4674 - Lineman Apprentice 3 1
Black & Veatch
Assist linemen installing and repairing electrical power and distribution systems.
11 days ago ago
Entry-level
Full Time
NC, US
Field
Company Size
12,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering
Construction services
Consulting
Project Management
Design
Technical Services
Turnkey
General Contractor
Sector Specialisms
Power Delivery
Fuels
Power Generation
Water Solutions
Communications
Renewable Energy
Smart Grids
Digital Infrastructure
Role
What you would be doing
pole climbing
cable splicing
trench digging
line stringing
safety compliance
electrical testing
- Climb poles or use truck‐mounted buckets to access equipment.
- Dig holes, using augers, and set poles, using cranes and power equipment.
- Stand, Kneel, Bend, Stoop, move in and around confined and cluttered places, and uneven areas, see and hear naturally or with correction.
- Lay underground cable directly in trenches, or string it through conduit running through the trenches.
- Place insulating or fireproofing materials over conductors and joints.
- Climb and maintain balance on steel framework, stairs, ladders, and scaffolds.
- Clean, tin, and splice corresponding conductors by twisting ends together or by joining ends with metal clamps and soldering connections.
- Follow established safety rules and regulations and maintain a safe and clean work environment.
- Coordinate work assignment preparation and completion with other workers.
- Open switches or attach grounding devices to remove electrical hazards from disturbed or fallen lines or to facilitate repairs.
- Identify defective sectionalizing devices, circuit breakers, fuses, voltage regulators, transformers, switches, relays, or wiring, using wiring diagrams and electrical‐testing instruments.
- String wire conductors and cables between poles, towers, trenches, pylons, and buildings, setting lines in place and using winches to adjust tension.
- May utilize equipment to excavate for foundations, layout and install ground grid, utilize equipment to spread rock, or operate manlift.
- Participate in all safety related processes and programs as requested. Engage with your work team to ensure we achieve zero injuries. Understand that no job is so important that your safety and that of your crew will be compromised. Watch for hazards and report any concerns to your supervisor or safety professional. If needed, use your stop work authority until the issue is resolved.
- Participate in all pre‐job work planning and safety discussions; Identify safety hazards you or other employees may be subject to and take all necessary corrective action to eliminate and/or mitigate hazards.
- Splice or solder cables together or to overhead transmission lines, customer service lines, or street light lines, using hand tools, epoxies, or specialized equipment.
- Attach cross‐arms, insulators, and auxiliary equipment to poles prior to installing them. Replace or straighten damaged poles.
- Requires using hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools, or controls according to a set procedure.
- Drive vehicles equipped with tools and materials to job sites.
- Lift and carry heavy items weighing up to 50 pounds.
- Work around hazardous equipment.
- Use appropriate hand (i.e., drill, screwdriver) and power tools to properly measure, cut, assemble, install, test or repair cables or wires; and install all other related items in accordance with the applicable plans and specifications.
- Pull up cable by hand from large reels mounted on trucks.
- Help install, maintain, inspect, test, and repair energized secondary voltages only, up to 300v on electrical distribution and transmission systems, including conduits, cables, wires, and related equipment, such as transformers, circuit breakers, and switches according to electrical diagrams and specifications. All energized work must be performed under the direct supervision of a journeyman lineman or qualified supervision.
- Understand, support, and follow lockout/tag out procedures. Attend site specific training and assure you follow all procedures as out lined in training.
- Report all accidents and near misses to supervisor; participate in investigation process as needed.
What you bring
noise
communication
math
safety
physical
flexibility
- Includes exposure to sounds and noise levels that are distracting or uncomfortable.
- Use effective verbal and written communication skills. Add, subtract, multiply and divide whole numbers and fractions rapidly and accurately.
- Requires working in cramped workspaces and getting into awkward positions.
- Understand and respond appropriately to all safety hazards and warning devices (i.e., back‐up alarms, smell of smoke, different colored warning tags, warning sirens).
- Work up to a 12-hour shift doing hard physical labor in varying temperature extremes and other outside conditions.
- Requires working in very hot (above 90 F degrees) or very cold (below 32F degrees) temperatures and exposure to inclement weather such as dust, wind, snow, rain, etc.
- Requires repetitive movement.
- Full range of motion and flexibility consistent with requirements of the job duties.
- Requires working in extremely bright or inadequate lighting conditions
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Company
Overview
1915
Year Founded
A century-old firm with a rich history.
$4.735B Revenue
2023 Annual Revenue
Generated $4.735 billion in revenue in 2023, solidifying its position as a top design firm.
100% Employee-Owned
Ownership Structure
Unique among firms of its size, ensuring a long-term focus and shared success.
100+ Offices
Global Presence
Operates across six continents, showcasing vast global reach.
- Headquartered in Overland Park, Kansas, it delivers multi‑billion‑dollar projects in energy, water, communications and industrial sectors.
- The company’s portfolio spans landmark work—from power plants and water treatment systems to hydrogen and LNG facilities.
- It handles full lifecycle services: from strategic advisory and engineering through procurement, construction and operations.
- Its history features many firsts: early U.S. water and power infrastructure, the first U.S. hydrogen conversion project, and biosafety labs overseas.
- We create long-term value for our clients, communities and employees.
- We embrace diversity, respect individual differences and believe in the importance of teamwork and collaboration.
- We act with integrity and deliver on our promises.
- We are committed to continuous improvement and innovation.
- We build and maintain strong relationships through trust and accountability.
2050
Net-Zero Commitment
Committed to achieving net-zero carbon emissions by this year.
- Helps clients design and implement sustainable infrastructure that reduces environmental impacts.
- Focuses on renewable energy solutions, including solar, wind, and energy storage.
- Supports environmental stewardship in communities through responsible project planning and execution.
- Enhances internal sustainability programs, such as reducing energy consumption and waste.
23% Workforce
Gender Diversity Overview
This figure highlights the proportion of women in the workforce, showcasing progress toward gender representation goals.
- Creating an inclusive environment for all backgrounds.
- Commitment to improving leadership diversity with specific goals.
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