What are the responsibilities and job description for the HELPER APPR-OVERHEAD position at El Paso Electric Company?
Job Description
DATE POSTED: 05/04/2026
CLOSING DATE: 05/10/2026
DEPARTMENT: Distribution Design Const & Maintenance
STARTING SALARY: $26.04/hr.
Job Summary Purpose
Under the direction of the Supervisor – Distribution Crew is responsible for performing general labor functions for the construction and maintenance of overhead distribution lines.
Education
DATE POSTED: 05/04/2026
CLOSING DATE: 05/10/2026
DEPARTMENT: Distribution Design Const & Maintenance
STARTING SALARY: $26.04/hr.
Job Summary Purpose
Under the direction of the Supervisor – Distribution Crew is responsible for performing general labor functions for the construction and maintenance of overhead distribution lines.
Education
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- One (1) year experience in general construction labor and/or similar maintenance capacity or successful completion of EPE’s Pole Climbing Overview and Assessment.
- Knowledge of construction methods, electrical trades, related equipment and tools, and safety procedures.
- Must pass a Human Performance Evaluation (HPE).
- Valid Driver's License and comply with the Company's Driving Policy; Department of Transportation (DOT) Certification or must obtain certification and pass DOT physical within the introductory period.
- Must sign the Pre-Apprenticeship Agreement and comply with its provisions.
- Must pass pole climbing school within six (6) months from the date of hire.
- Available to work shift, overtime and/or irregular hours.
- Loads and unloads materials and tools onto and out of the line trucks and trailers.
- Carries materials to the job site for the construction and/or maintenance of distribution lines.
- Climbs poles and other structures for the positioning of overhead distribution lines.
- Assists crews with the performance of construction and/or maintenance on distribution lines.
- Complies with all applicable Company policies, procedures and code of ethics as well as all applicable governmental laws and regulations to include employment, safety and environmental standards and regulations.
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