Title: Apprentice Lineman/Cable Splicer
Department: Engineering
Re-Post Date: 12/3/2021
Close Date: Until Filled
Hay Point Evaluation: N/A
100% Hourly Rate of Pay: $42.473* (See Wage Progression Chart)
Position Classification: Safety Sensitive
Location: Various
Reports To: Gang Foreman
Union Affiliation: International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW)

** Note:

This position is responsible for climbing poles up to 90ft., with gaffs and belts; installing transformers and cross arms; working in underground spaces to splice cables and disconnect switches; lift and carry heavy components for installation; study each month's materials and complete homework assignments.

• A four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent (GED or TASC) approved by a State's Department of Education or recognized accredited organization.

• Must be willing and able to obtain a Class 3 driver's license.

• Must pass an initial 10-day intensive program for pole climbing and demonstrate the ability to climb 70 ft. poles.

• Demonstrated ability to give as well as receive and understand written and oral instructions.

• Demonstrated capability and willingness to climb poles up to 90 ft.

• Prior electrical training.

• Prior pole/tree climbing/working at heights experience.

• Exams will be given on each lesson, a passing grade must be achieved.

• Failure of 3 lessons in the three-year training period is grounds for dismissal.

• Final exam will be administered; if candidate fails exam, there will be one opportunity for re-examination.

• Training Program is two parts:

In addition to meeting the minimum requirements of the position, the selection process may include, but is not limited to, a pre-screening assessment (i.e., physical, written and/ or practical evaluation) and interview. Candidates forfeit further consideration in the process if they fail to participate in any step of the process when scheduled. Make up dates/times will not be given. In addition, LIRR employee applicants must be in their current position for the 12 months immediately preceding the close date of this posting and must possess a satisfactory work history, including attendance and discipline record. Absence control violation(s) or more than ten sick days without medical documentation in two of last three years is considered unsatisfactory attendance. Not all qualified applicants are guaranteed an interview due to the competitive selection process. A medical examination and safety sensitive drug/alcohol test may also be required.

Qualified applicants can submit an online application

All LIRR employees must go to https://www.mymta.info/ , sign in using your BSC ID and navigate to My Job Search and then Careers.

When applying for positions, please ensure that you attach a resume during the application process and that you receive a confirmation e-mail that your application was accepted. If you do not receive an email confirmation your application may not have been received and will not be able to be considered after the deadline date. If you encounter problems, please call the BSC Customer Management Center at (646) 376-0123 Monday through Friday (except MTA HQ holidays), 8:30am – 5:00pm.