Mississippi, MS, US
94 days ago
Low to Mid level apprentice positions (for collecting applications)
Welcome page Returning Candidate? Log back in! Low to Mid level apprentice positions (for collecting applications) ID 2024-4739 Category Field Operations/Craft Worker Position Type Full-Time Regular Location US-MS-Mississippi Workplace Type On-Site About Us

Southern Electric Corporation a Quanta Services, Inc. (NYSE:PWR) company, is an electrical utility contractor specializing in the construction of high-voltage transmission lines, underground, and distribution lines as well as providing emergency restoration services.  A proven leader in the industry since 1985, SEC has earned a reputation of providing superior work with a strong focus on customer satisfaction and safety.  We currently manage over 100 crews and nearly 2,000 pieces of late model equipment.  Customers include investor-owned utilities, electric cooperatives, and municipalities throughout our work footprint.  Our team is our family.  We are 100% committed to the safety of our team members and providing industry leading training.  We believe we can be the last job you ever want to apply for.  Call us family!

About this Role

Steps one and two gave the Apprentice the basic skills to use the common tools and techniques associated with powerline work. Step two introduced the Apprentice to energized secondary work to teach them the principles of live work. During step three the Apprentice will begin energized primary work. In addition, the Apprentice will learn how to connect single phase transformers. 

 Complete set of personal climbing gear MUST be obtained no later than the end of step two Apprenticeship, no exceptions.

While working aloft on or near energized primary circuits the step three Apprentice must be directly supervised by a Lineman or Foreman at the same physical location as the Apprentice (on the pole with, in the bucket with or adjacent to).

What You'll Do

The following, along with the tasks listed in the previous steps, is a list of the kind of tasks the step three Apprentice should be engaged in and learning while on the job. 

Installing primary protective cover.HosesBlanketsGuardsDirectly supervised primary line work.Assisting and installing0 single phase transformers.Hanging with truck (on pole and from bucket)Hanging with blocks from pole.Making connections to transformers.Operation of switches.Fusing.Apparatus grounding (case grounds, etc.).Taking primary AMP readings.Conductor transferring.Lay out/hot armsLateral transfersSagging primary conductorsDead-ending primary conductorsRigging for transfersMaterial handler transfersWorking on reconductor projects.Installing stringing blocks.Tangent (straight line)Slight angleHard AnglePrimary clipping and 1ying.Copper tiesAluminum tiesAngle tiesPreform tiesArmor rodsInstalling dead-end assembly.Installing jumpers.Mechanical temporaryPermanentUsing wire stringing equipment.Rope rigTensionerKellum Grips/wire socksPhasing primary circuits with phasing sticks.

Courses commonly assigned to step three Apprentices from the T&D Power Skills training website are as follows. 

Advanced RiggingOverhead Distribution SystemsService InstallationPole Framing and GuyingSetting and Replacing PolesSafety in Overhead Line MaintenanceMultimeter Operation and UseUsing Line Test EquipmentTree TrimmingSafe Bucket Truck Operations What You'll Get Medical Dental Vision401K Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us the Company’s Human Resources department.

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