Lineman Apprentice Jobs in Decatur, GA (NOW HIRING)

HQ Location: 205 Southfield Parkway, Forest Park, GA but you will be assigned to work assignments throughout the State of Georgia

NOTE: We are anticipating filling several vacancies.

Job Summary 

There are multiple openings for Apprentice Lineman who work in the construction of Transmission Lines throughout the state of Georgia.

Candidates hired as Apprentice Lineman must have 1 year or more as Journeyman Lineman experience and will participate in a 3 - 3 year training program. 

Candidates hired as Apprentice Lineman who have 4 years or more of being a certified Lineman may be evaluated, and based on experience, background, and competency, may be placed in a 12- month accelerated training program. 

This position is a physically demanding position, works four, ten-hour days and requires overnight and out-of-town stays during the week near the construction site.  Depending on work location, you could be away from home as many as 200 nights per year.  This is cumulative, not consecutive nights.

Job Requirements

Education Requirements:

• High School diploma or equivalent

Experience Requirements:

• It is required candidates have prior experience in the following:
  • 1 year or more as Journeyman Lineman experience
• It is a plus for candidates to have experience in the following:
  • Transmission Lineman on voltages from 46kV TO 500kV 
  • Distribution Lineman experience

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Candidates must have:

• A basic mechanical and electrical aptitude or background
• A basic knowledge of hand tools
• Ability to read, understand, and follow procedures, rules, and regulations
• Ability to take instruction, direction and translate those into actions
• Ability to perform physically demanding activities while working outside in all weather conditions

It is preferred candidates have prior experience with:

• Construction machinery such as skid steers, excavators, back hoes, cranes or heavy load rigging and lifting
• Transmission Line Construction equipment and installation work to include installing, maintaining, and retiring of transmission lines on voltages from 46kV to 500kV construction skills

It is a plus for candidates to:

• Be self-motivated
• Take personal ownership of projects and assignments
• Have previously demonstrated the ability to successfully work in a team environment
• Have good communication skills

Behavioral Attributes 

Candidates must:

 Demonstrate a commitment to Safety Excellence

• Display ethical behavior
• Understand the value of customer service and support

Other Requirements

1. Driver's License and Commercial Driver's License (CDL) 

Candidates must have:

• A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) 

Note: Any candidate who holds a current CDL will require verification with current and past employers upon job offer.

2. Pre-Employment Testing

To be considered for an interview, candidates must pass:

•  The Construction and Skilled Trades Exam (CAST test)
• Practice Test Link 

EEI online test preparation materials

3. Interview

• If invited to an interview, candidates will be required to travel to a designated location in Georgia (most likely the Atlanta area).  Candidates will not be paid for time or travel to complete these pre-employment tests and interview.

4. Prior To Employment

• Pass a Post Offer Evaluation Test 
• Prior to employment, a thorough background check and DOT drug screen will be conducted (after a job offer is extended).
• You must successfully meet requirements for a Pre-Employment (DOT) physical exam approved by our company physician and Worker's Compensation Medical Questionnaire.  
• Any offer of employment is contingent upon the applicant successfully completing all required fitness assessments.

5. Weight Restriction

• Because of the nature of our work and weight restrictions on our equipment a candidate must currently weigh and maintain their body weight at or below 300 pounds fully dressed including steel-toed work boots and hardhat.

6. Travel and Working Conditions

• All construction jobs require extended overnight stays and travel throughout the state of Georgia.  You could be away from home as many as 200 nights per year.  This is cumulative, not consecutive. 
• Candidates must be able to frequently work in extreme weather conditions including heat, cold, rain, snow and ice.

Additional Information

Pay

• This is a position covered by a collective bargaining agreement between Georgia Power Company and IBEW Local 84.  Union membership is optional. Current starting pay is $6458 per month / $37.26 per hour and is not negotiable.

Training And Development

•  Transmission Construction employees will undergo an extensive training program, including classroom and on-the-job training.  The training program lasts approximately 3 to 3 years.  
• Upon successful completion of the training, the employee is eligible to bid on Lineman positions as they become available. 

Safety Sensitive Position

• Georgia Power Company has classified this position as "Safety Sensitive" and as such is subject to relevant pre-employment screening(s) to determine fitness for duty.  Any offer of employment is contingent upon the applicant successfully completing all required fitness assessments.  All candidates must apply online while this posting is active (including submitting resume information) and answer a series of job-related questions to be considered.

As an employee of Southern Company, the value you bring is realized through the results you achieve and the demonstration of "Our Values". In return, Southern Company provides a job and a company in which you can take pride; a supportive workplace in which you can be successful; and a competitive pay and benefits package. 

Georgia Power is the largest electric subsidiary of Southern Company (NYSE: SO), America's premier energy company. Value, Reliability, Customer Service and Stewardship are the cornerstones of the Company's promise to 2.6 million customers in all but four of Georgia's 159 counties. Committed to delivering clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy at rates below the national average, Georgia Power maintains a diverse, innovative generation mix that includes nuclear, coal and natural gas, as well as renewables such as solar, hydroelectric and wind. Georgia Power focuses on delivering world-class service to its customers every day and the Company is consistently recognized by J.D. Power and Associates as an industry leader in customer satisfaction. For more information, visit www.GeorgiaPower.com and connect with the Company on Facebook (Facebook.com/GeorgiaPower), Twitter (Twitter.com/GeorgiaPower) and Instagram (Instagram.com/ga_power)