4672 - Lineman Apprentice 1
Black & Veatch
Assist in installing/repairing electrical power cables, poles, and related equipment.
21 days ago ago
Entry-level
Full Time
North Carolina, United States
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
cable installation
splicing
grounding
safety compliance
accident reporting
equipment operation
- Lay underground cable directly in trenches, or string it through conduit running through the trenches.
- Understand, support, and follow lockout/tag out procedures. Attend site specific training and assure you follow all procedures as out lined in training.
- 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.
- Pull up cable by hand from large reels mounted on trucks.
- Attach grounding devices to remove electrical hazards from disturbed or fallen lines or to facilitate repairs.
- Report all accidents and near misses to supervisor; participate in investigation process as needed.
- Actively participate in on-the-job training and mentoring opportunities with co-workers in your craft when provided.
- Climb poles or use truck‐mounted buckets to access equipment.
- Work around hazardous equipment.
- Listen to co-workers’ suggestions, safety concerns, and recommendations giving full attention to what they are saying and take the time to understand the points being made, asking questions and providing feedback when appropriate.
- 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.
- String wire conductors and cables between poles, towers, trenches, pylons, and buildings, setting lines in place and using winches to adjust tension.
- Coordinate work assignment preparation and completion with other workers.
- Help install, maintain, inspect, and repair 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.
- Dig holes, using augers, and set poles, using cranes and power equipment.
- Follow established safety rules and regulations and maintain a safe and clean work environment.
- Requires using hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools or controls according to a set procedure.
- Stand, Kneel, Bend, Stoop, Move in and around confined and cluttered places, and uneven areas, see and hear naturally or with correction.
- Attach cross‐arms, insulators, and auxiliary equipment to poles prior to installing them. Replace or straighten damaged poles.
- May utilize equipment to excavate for foundations, layout and install ground grid, utilize equipment to spread rock, or operate manlift.
- 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 de-energized cables together or to overhead transmission lines, customer service lines, or street light lines, using hand tools, epoxies, or specialized equipment.
- Coordinate work with other crafts and co-workers on the job.
- Lift and carry heavy items weighing up to 50 pounds.
- Climb and maintain balance on steel framework, stairs, ladders and scaffolds.
- Clean, tin, and splice corresponding de-energized conductors by twisting ends together or by joining ends with metal clamps and soldering connections.
- Drive vehicles equipped with tools and materials to job sites.
What you bring
extreme temps
physical labor
safety awareness
communication
math skills
flexibility
- 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.
- Work up to a 12-hour shift doing hard physical labor in varying temperature extremes and other outside conditions.
- 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).
- Use effective verbal and written communication skills. Add, subtract, multiply and divide whole numbers and fractions rapidly and accurately.
- Includes exposure to sounds and noise levels that are distracting or uncomfortable.
- Requires repetitive movement.
- Requires working in extremely bright or inadequate lighting conditions
- Requires working in cramped work spaces and getting into awkward positions.
- Full range of motion and flexibility consistent with requirements of the job duties.
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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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