Line Worker Apprentice

FirstEnergy at a Glance

We are a forward-thinking electric utility powered by a diverse team of employees committed to making customers' lives brighter, the environment better and our communities stronger.

FirstEnergy (NYSE: FE) is dedicated to integrity, safety, reliability and operational excellence. Headquartered in Akron, Ohio, FirstEnergy includes one of the nation's largest investor-owned electric systems, more than 24,000 miles of transmission lines that connect the Midwest and Mid-Atlantic regions, and a regulated generating fleet with a total capacity of more than 3,500 megawatts.

About the Opportunity

This is an open position with Penelec, a subsidiary of FirstEnergy Corp

FirstEnergy is dedicated to the recruitment, training, and development of new and upcoming line workers in the electrical linework field. We aim to recruit a diverse workforce of dedicated employees who exemplify FirstEnergy 's core values and behaviors daily while promoting a safe and inclusive work environment.

The Line Worker Apprentice position supports the operations process in providing and maintaining service to new and existing customers. Employees in this apprentice position will learn the day-to-day operations and specifications of the distribution system and gain working knowledge of computer systems, tools, materials, and equipment used on the job.

Apprentices will be hired full-time after successfully completing information sessions, interviews and pre placement physical assessments, a drug screen and a background check. Successful candidates will participate in a combination of skills, on-the-job, and academic training located in Erie, PA and, based on demonstrated performance, will have the opportunity to progress in job class.

We are seeking local talent eager to build a rewarding career in the electric utility industry.
New hires must reside within 40 minutes from the Somerset, PA locations and will be required to become members of IBEW Local 459.

Duties and Responsibilities
- Under direct supervision regularly and customarily does the most complicated construction and maintenance on deenergized, tested, and grounded primary conductors, structures, and equipment.
- Under direct supervision regularly and customarily works on energized conductors, structures and equipment not exceeding 600 volts.
- Under direct supervision, perform the less complicated work in installing instruments and equipment.
- Attend and satisfactorily complete all necessary training as prescribed by the Company, including pole top resuscitation.
- Driving and operating Company vehicles as assigned.
- Upon occasion or in emergency perform less-skilled work as required or directed, including the operation of transportation equipment.
- Performing other work, as assigned.

Qualifications

- Strongly prefer candidates currently residing within a 40-minute radius of the Service Center located in Somerset, PA.
- Must possess a valid State of Pennsylvania, Bureau of Motor Vehicles, Operator 's License and meet the Company 's driving requirements.
- Must possess the ability to acquire a valid DOT Medical Examiner 's Certificate.
- Must pass motor vehicle operator tests prescribed by the Company and must possess the ability to acquire a valid Class A, State of Pennsylvania, Commercial Drivers' License with all the necessary endorsements.

- Must have the ability to work safely and follow safety rules and regulations including those applicable to working on or near energized lines and equipment.
- Must perform work while properly applying rubber goods and other Personal Protective Equipment required to work safely on or near energized lines and equipment.
- Candidates must demonstrate the physical and mental ability to climb and work aloft safely with self confidence from poles and structures by successfully completing the required technical examination.
- Candidates must be physically able to lift and handle up to 90 pounds.
- Must have the ability to learn the layout, functions and operation of electrical equipment and circuit connections of the distribution systems in the area to which assigned.
- Must know the proper application of first aid, safety and resuscitation practices as prescribed by the Company.
- Must have the ability to perform heavy physical work in all weather conditions.
- Must be available to work irregular hours, including weekends and holidays.
- Must be available to work an appropriate amount of overtime and respond to callouts.
- Outdoor work experience preferred.

Benefits, Compensation & Workforce Diversity

At FirstEnergy, employees are key to our success. We depend on their talents to meet the challenges of our changing business environment. We are committed to rewarding individual and team efforts through our total rewards philosophy which includes competitive pay plus incentive compensation, a company-sponsored pension plan, 401(k) savings plan with matching employer contribution, a choice of medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, and life insurance programs, as well as skills development training with tuition reimbursement. Please visit our website at to learn more about all of our employee rewards programs. FirstEnergy proudly supports workforce diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with a disability. No recruiters or agencies without a previously signed contract. Unable to sponsor or transfer H-1B visas at this time.

Core Values

FirstEnergy's core values encompass what matters most to us and guide the decisions we make and the actions we take. When our values of integrity, safety, diversity equity & inclusion, performance excellence and stewardship are at the center of everything we do, it positively impacts our decisions and performance and leads to success.

There are five behaviors that flow through our values and bring them to life through day-to-day observable and measurable actions: Accountability, Collaboration, Courage, Customer Focus and Trust.
Applicants will be expected to exemplify these behaviors both in word and action during the course of the hiring process.

1.Information Session:
Candidates that meet the eligibility criteria will be invited to an information session that will include a review of the values and behaviors expected as an employee. Candidates will be asked to demonstrate these behaviors in both the physical assessment and interview.
2.Physical Assessment:
Each candidate will be evaluated on the physical components required to do the job. As the candidates are going through the physical assessment, they will be evaluated on demonstrated behaviors and given a rating by the field instructors and workforce development instructors.
3.Interview:
Each candidate successfully completing the physical assessment will be interviewed by a diverse panel. FirstEnergy's interview will further identify the candidate's demonstrated behaviors during the interview.

Position Classification
Bargaining Unit
FirstEnergy Human Resources Team