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Substation Technician

Entergy

Posted 02/03/26

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639 Loyola Ave, New Orleans, LA 70113

Apprenticeship
Entry level
Energy and Utilities
In Person

Job Description

* This position may be filled as a Substation Helper 1st Year, Apprentice 1st, 2nd, 3rd or 4th Year, or Substation Technician based on the qualifications and experience of the selected candidate. * The selected candidate is required to live within, or relocate to within, 45 miles of the service center headquarters. Location requirements may differ for certain roles based on established regional operational needs.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS:

Under close supervision, as an apprentice in training, must be able to perform the less difficult tasks and assist others in high and low voltage work involved in the construction and maintenance of electric transmission and distribution conductors, structures, substations, underground systems, and related equipment, and be qualified to do the following and related work as assigned:

  • Assist in the erection of substation structures, including foundations;
  • Work on energized conductors up to 600 volts;
  • Install miscellaneous hardware, grounds, fittings during construction, buss supports, and conductors on dead circuits;
  • Perform transmission and distribution switching;
  • Tie knots and splice rope;
  • Assist qualified mechanic in simple routine inspection and maintenance;
  • Assist in the handling, moving and installation of all transmission, distribution and plant equipment, machinery, etc.;
  • Assist in testing and filtering oil and minor repairs to transformers, oil circuit breakers, regulations, etc.;
  • Prepare reports and records;
  • Operate Company’s trucks and automobiles;
  • Prepare reports and records.
  • Operate Company's vehicles and equipment.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Minimum education required of the position:

  • A high school diploma or general education degree (GED)
EXPERIENCE AND SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum Experience:

  • Helper 1st Year: 0 years experience required
  • Substation Apprentice 1st Year: worked for at least 1 year as a qualified Helper, Helper Substation Dept., OR have equivalent experience in related work having all the qualifications of the previous classifications.
  • Substation Apprentice 2nd Year: worked at least 1 year as a qualified Substation Apprentice 1st Year - Substation Dept., OR have had equivalent experience in related work, having all the qualifications of the previous classifications.
  • Substation Apprentice 3rd Year: worked at least 1 year as a qualified Substation Apprentice 2nd Year, OR have had equivalent experience in related work, having all the qualifications of the previous classifications.
  • Substation Apprentice 4th Year: worked at least 1 year as a qualified Substation Apprentice 3rd Year, OR have had equivalent experience in related work, having all the qualifications of the previous classifications.
  • Substation Technician: worked for at least 1 year as a qualified Substation Apprentice 4th Year, OR have had equivalent experience in related work, having all the qualifications of the previous classifications.
  • Know Company's safety rules and be willing and able to administer all approved methods of resuscitation and be willing and able to render practical first aid.
  • Know the location of, and be willing and able to operate, all of the firefighting equipment. Know what kind of equipment to use on electrical, oil and other fires.
  • Hold a current Class A CDL license or be willing and able to obtain one within a specified time period.
  • Have knowledge of line and substation material and use of line and substation construction tools and equipment.
PHYSICAL QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Must be willing and able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.
PERSONAL QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Be particularly alert in observing hazards, communicating issues and avoiding accidents.
  • Be willing and able to attend and take part in safety meetings.
  • Be willing and able to work under unusual surroundings, as well as the normal working conditions pertaining to this job.
  • Be willing and able to receive and transmit orders and instructions in such a manner as to inspire respect and confidence of both superiors and subordinates.
  • Be especially neat, clean and orderly in work and person.
  • Be willing and able to meet the public in a pleasant and tactful manner.
  • Understand importance of always rendering and maintaining first class, courteous service to all customers.

Any certificates, licenses, etc. required for the position:

  • Successful Recommendation on EEI CAST Test
COMPANY TESTING:
  • Successful completion of the EEI CAST test *if EEI CAST Test Recommended, notate on resume.
  • Candidates selected to take the CAST test will be invited via e-mail**BE SURE TO MONITOR YOUR SPAM/JUNK EMAIL FOLDER.

WORKING CONDITIONS: As a provider of essential services, Entergy expects its employees to be available to work additional hours, to work in alternate locations, and/or to perform additional duties in connection with storms, outages, emergencies, or other situations as deemed necessary by the company. Exempt employees may not be paid overtime associated with such duties.

Please note: Authorization to work in the United States is a precondition to employment in this position. Entergy will not sponsor candidates for work visas for this position.

Benefits

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About Entergy

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Entergy exists to grow a world-class energy business that creates sustainable value for our four stakeholders.

• For our customers, we create value by constantly striving for reasonable costs and providing safe, reliable products and services.

• For our employees, we create value by achieving top-quartile organizational health, providing a safe, rewarding, engaging, diverse and inclusive work environment, fair compensation and benefits, and opportunities to advance their careers. 

• For our communities, we create value through economic development, philanthropy, volunteerism and advocacy, and by operating our business safely and in a socially and environmentally responsible way. 

• For our owners, we create value by aspiring to provide top-quartile returns through the relentless pursuit of opportunities to optimize our business.