Position will be filled as a Lineman or Apprentice Lineman depending on experience and skills of the successful candidate. The headquarters for this position is Laurel, MS. In addition to this requirement, the successful candidate must be able to routinely work within any location in the division.

This position will be covered by the Memorandum of Agreement between Mississippi Power and the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers

Job Summary

This position will be filled as a Lineman/Apprentice Lineman. This position is responsible for performing overhead distribution construction work for grid investment and/or capital improvement projects. Some examples include reconductors, storm hardening, voltage conversions, adding/upgrading sectionalizing equipment.  Other duties may include various system repairs and storm restoration. These projects will be in various locations across the MPC service territory and reporting to remote locations within 65 miles of the established headquarters, subject to applicable mileage reimbursement, may be required. Additionally, occasional overnight travel may be required. 

Job Responsibilities

Candidate must safely perform any work normally or reasonably required in this classification. This position builds, maintains, inspects, trouble-shoots, replaces, and repairs distribution power lines, poles, and related equipment according to Company specifications and manufacturer's recommendations. Successful candidate will review work orders and determine material needed to complete jobs; along with being able to safely load wire coils, poles, equipment, and materials onto trucks. Candidate is responsible for using hand tools to assemble materials, connectors, brackets, and other equipment in preparation for installation on pole-lines or underground systems. This position frequently works aerially from a ladder, lift bucket, and pole-climbing tools to remove/replace/repair equipment. Successful candidate must climb utility poles and other structures. This position is responsible for cleaning and maintaining tools/trucks. Successful candidate must maintain regular attendance and comply with all safety procedures, practices, and requirements. Candidate must be able to effectively communicate in person, by radio, and by phone to various company personnel in the normal course of duties. If this position is filled as an apprentice, the applicant will complete a prescribed Journeyman Development Program.

Job Requirements

• Must pass or have passed the Construction and Skills Trade Test (CAST) in order to be considered.
• Must currently have or possess the ability to obtain a valid Mississippi Commercial Driver’s license within 6 months of employment.
• Must maintain weight to comply with equipment manufacturer's restrictions.
• Must be available for call out overtime work, scheduled overtime work, and overnight travel as needed.
• Availability for timely response to call outs are required.

Other Requirements

In order for the applicant to be hired as a journeyman lineman, 5 years distribution line crew experience is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Candidates should have a comprehensive knowledge of customer relation skills and the ability to think clearly and make logical decisions under pressure.

Average or above average computer skills are desired.

Working knowledge of electricity and the maintenance of electrical lines is necessary.

Ability to operate machinery and vehicles, use basic hand tools, the ability to work at heights, climb tall structures, read blueprints, lift, carry, and pull heavy objects.

Ability to work in extreme weather conditions and work in enclosed, dark areas.

Work methods must adhere to all safe work practices and must possess the ability to build solid interpersonal relationships with other employees.

Behavioral Attributes

Exhibit Our Values behaviors of safety first, superior performance, Act with Integrity and Intentional Inclusion. 

Ability to work successfully in a team atmosphere.

Successful candidate must be ethical, customer oriented, self-motivated, a continuous learner and highly dependable.

Other

Please submit an updated resume with your application

If you are selected to take the CAST test required for this position, you will be notified via e-mail.

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