Apprentice Lineman Transmission Line Construction at Southern Company in Forest Park, GA

APPRENTICE LINEMAN - Transmission Line Construction

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 - we are actively sourcing and beginning the hiring process now for these positions.

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 4 years or more as certified Lineman experience and will participate in a 3 – 3 ½ 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 – 18 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.

Per Diem for-Travel expenses, hotel expenses and meals

Option Plan I, Option 1 –Long Money

-Non-taxable to employees

-Amount: $166

- To qualify, an employee must satisfy the following requirements:

Distance from home to assigned work location is 50 or more miles

AND - Lodging location is near assigned work location

AND - Lodging expense is incurred

AND - Employee stays in the hotel room, camper, house, condo, etc. for which the expense supports

• Amount will be adjusted annually to keep pace with the applicable “standard” per diem rates as defined by the US General Services Administration.

Plan I, Option 2 –Option 2

- Non-taxable to employees

-Amount: $50

-To qualify, an employee must satisfy the following requirements:

- Distance from home to assigned work location is 50 or more miles

-AND Lodging is provided by the company or paid for on employee’s p-card

-AND Employee stays in the accommodation provided by the company

Plan II – “Short Money”

- Taxable to employees

- Amount: $26

- If an employee does not meet Plan I requirements, they are eligible for per diem under Plan II.

This position is covered under the Memorandum of Agreement between Georgia Power Company and the IBEW Local No. 84 which includes a pay increase every six months until you max out in your job classification if employee is meeting expectations. Currently there is also a cost-of-living increase annually. This position is subject to call-out overtime work, scheduled overtime work, and storm restoration response. Under the Memorandum of Agreement, candidates hired as Apprentice Lineman into Section 6B are required to fulfill a 1- year obligation before they are eligible to bid into other company positions inside Section 6 (Transmission Construction).

Job Requirements

Education Requirements:

High School diploma or equivalent

Experience Requirements:

It is required candidates have prior experience in the following:

4 years or more as certified 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 musthave:

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 preferredcandidates 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)

Test before interviewing:

https://secure.eei.org/eeitests/onlineproducts/[secure.eei.org]

Username: southern

Password: testing

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 $6218 (monthly) 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 ½ 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).