Date: Apr 15, 2021
Entergy Texas, Inc.-GTX
***This posting is scheduled to close on 04/26/2021.***
***This position will be filled as an Apprentice 3rd Year – Apprentice 4th Year, depending upon experience***
APPRENTICE 3RD YEAR
JOB QUALIFICATIONS:
Under close and/or directive supervision, and following prescribed routine and instructions as to methods and working details of average difficulty and
importance, must know, understand and be willing and able to apply all applicable Company construction specifications in order to perform the less
complicated tasks on high and low voltage line work involved in the construction and maintenance of electric transmission and distribution conductors,
structures and equipment, and be qualified to do the following and related work as assigned:
1. Use hot line tools under close supervision of qualified workman.
2. Under close and/or directive supervision may be allowed to cover and work energized circuits when they and their supervisor are confident that this
can be done safely.
3. Fuse transformers and sectionalizing fuses.
4. String, sag and tie in conductors on dead lines of all classes.
5. Install all types of transformer installations, make tap changes and install primary metering equipment under supervision of qualified workman.
6. Install, maintain, and repair street lighting equipment and fixtures.
7. Assist in making aerial and submarine cable installations, including the making of joints and installing potheads.
8. Assist in the installation of pole type regulators and transformers to boost or buck line voltage.
9. Assist in phasing and checking rotation in circuits direct and with potential transformers.
10. Assist in erecting and maintaining steel towers and outdoor substations.
11. Assist in receiving blocks.
12. Direct work of helpers, apprentices, and underclassmen as required.
APPRENTICE 4TH YEAR
JOB QUALIFICATIONS:
Under directive supervision, with limited latitude for planning or laying out of working details, must know, understand, and be willing and able to apply all
applicable Company construction specifications in order to perform high and low voltage line work involved in the construction and maintenance of
electric transmission, underground and distribution dead or energized conductors, structures and equipment, and be qualified to do the following and
related work as assigned:
1. Use hot line tools.
2. Work on all types of conductors.
3. Install all types of transformer installations, make tap changes and install primary metering equipment.
4. Locate trouble and restore service on all classes of lines, substations, sectionalizing equipment, etc.
5. Make underground and submarine cable installations, including the making of joints and installation of potheads.
6. Install pole type regulators and transformers to boost or buck line voltage.
7. Phase and check rotation in circuits direct and with potential transformers.
8. Make field tests of distribution transformers.
9. Check for ground faults on circuits or equipment.
10. Erect and maintain steel towers and substations.
11. Direct work of assistants, instruct and train other employees.
PHYSICAL QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Must be willing and able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.
PERSONAL QUALIFICATIONS:
1. High school diploma or equivalent
2. Be particularly alert in observing hazards and avoiding accidents.
3. Be willing and able to attend and take part in safety meetings.
4. Be willing and able to work under unusual surroundings, as well as the normal working conditions pertaining to this job.
5. Be willing and able to receive and transmit orders and instructions in such a manner as to inspire respect and confidence of both superiors and subordinates.
6. Be especially neat, clean and orderly in work and person.
7. Be willing and able to meet the public in a pleasant and tactful manner.
8. Understand importance of always rendering and maintaining first class, courteous service to all customers.
Apprentice 4th Year – 4-5 years experience required
Apprentice 3rd Year – 3 years experience required
Company Testing
Successful completion of EEI CAST Test.
***Candidates selected to take the CAST test will be invited via e-mail. You may need to check your spam email.
As a condition of employment this position requires a pre-employment Fitness for Duty exam.
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Primary Location: Texas-Conroe
Job Function: Skilled / Craft
FLSA Status: Nonexempt
Relocation Option: No Relocation Offered
Union description/code: GTX Utility Ops-U05
Number of Openings: 1
Req ID: 102236
Travel Percentage:Up to 25%
An Equal Opportunity Employer, Minority/Female/Disability/Vets. Please click here to view the full statement.
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In addition to EEI testing there is also Fit-for-Duty testing which will identify and assess the abilities and skills needed for certain jobs. If this position does require Fit-for-Duty testing, the type of test will be located under the qualifications section of the job posting.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
As a provider of essential services, Entergy expects its employees to be available to work additional hours, to work in alternate locations, and/or to perform additional duties in connection with storms, outages, emergencies, or other situations as deemed necessary by the company. Exempt employees may not be paid overtime associated with such duties.
Please note: Authorization to work in the United States is a precondition to employment in this position. Entergy will not sponsor candidates for work visas for this position.
