Utility Apprentice Jobs in Arizona (NOW HIRING)

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
Helper:
High School Diploma or GED Certificate.
6-12 months experience in Electrical Construction & electrical field
Indenturement in the Apprenticeship Program is required in accordance with standards
Requires a Valid Driver's License or CDL Commercial Driver's Learners Permit, Class "A" (subject to motor vehicle review) Learners permit is to be validated to CDL License within (6) months from date of employment.
Apprentice:
High School Diploma or GED Certificate.
Vocational/Specialized Training.
1-2 years experience in electrical construction & electrical field.
Knowledge in Utility Operations preferred
Requires a Valid Commercial Driver's License, Class "A" (subject to motor vehicle review)
Journeyman:
High School Diploma or GED Certificate.
Journeyman certification from a Bonafide Apprenticeship program as Lineman.
Vocational/Specialized Training.
3-5 years experience in Electrical Construction & Electrical Field
3-5 years experience in Utility Teaching
Requires a Valid Commercial Driver's License, Class "A" (subject to motor vehicle review)
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES AND PERFORMANCE OBJECTIVES:
Helper:
Performs leak detection and repairs on NTUA facilities
Patrols electric lines
Assists in the construction, operation and maintenance of electric transmission and distribution lines under close supervision of a qualified Line Maintainer Journeyman or those of higher classification
Assists with troubleshooting service interruptions and electrical outages
Climbs poles to install wires, line hardware, insulators, crossarms, wooden timbers, and any other apparatus
Assists in maintaining inventory of test equipment.
Assists in investigating customer complaints pertaining to voltage problems, required to climb poles, etc., and takes corrective action.
Performs other duties assigned or requested.
Apprentice:
Assists in the construction, operation and maintenance of electric transmission and distribution lines under close supervision of a qualified Line Maintainer Journeyman or those of higher classification.
Climbs poles to install wires, line hardware, insulators, crossarms, wooden timbers, and any other apparatus.
Patrols electric lines.
Repairs electric distribution systems and substations in order to maintain service to customers.
Learns the operation of a digger truck and usage of lineman tools.
Troubleshoots overhead and underground circuits.
Assists in switching and restoring service on distribution lines and substations.
Assists in maintaining inventory of test equipment.
Assists in investigating customer complaints pertaining to voltage problems, required to climb poles, etc., and takes corrective action.
Performs other duties assigned or requested.
Journeyman:
Performs maintenance and construction on transmission and distribution lines involving replacement of poles, crossarms, guys, anchors, primary and secondary conductors, involving a large crew or several work orders in adjacent locations or where work requires special work equipment.
Constructs normal line extensions involving primary and secondary facilities, installs transformers, and services.
Repairs electric distribution systems and substations in order to maintain service to customers.
Patrols and inspects lines and schedules maintenance requirements in the multiple utilities and maintain records.
Connects distribution transformers of various sizes and voltages, determines proper transformer size and fuse size.
Conducts investigation of customer complaints regarding voltage problems, required to climb poles, etc., and takes corrective action.
Reviews project plans, drawing, and specification to ensure all field installation complies with established standards.
Performs switching as required.
Trains Lineman Apprentices in construction practices and hot line work procedures involving non-energized conductors, equipment and usage of insulated work tools.
Operates an aerial life device in conjunction with construction, operation and maintenance of electric transmission and distribution facilities, using live line tools.
Resets circuit breakers and re-closers on transformers, line taps and customer services in electric.
Performs substation inspections in accordance with established procedures.
Acts as Leadman or Crew Leader as directed.
Conducts safety meetings and tailgate sessions both on and off the job and documents such meetings.
Conducts inspections on non-NTUA work, such as meterloop installation.
Performs other duties as assigned or requested.
Navajo Preference
Navajo Veteran Preference
This institution is an equal opportunity provider and employer.