Apprentice Lineman

Ameren

Robinson, IL

Internship

Posted September 29, 2026

$70k - $85k· Est.

Utilities

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Freshness: Open in the current public read path; this is not an employer guarantee.Last observed September 30, 2026
Classification: Modern power-system classification not yet published for this listing.Legacy source industry field: Utilities
Pay provenance: Estimated benchmark; not employer-provided

Job Description

With the public when requesting outages on service wires in order that certain work may be done, such as transferring from old to new poles or reversing outlets.

Key Responsibilities

Under immediate supervision; working in a line construction or maintenance crew in the capacity of a lineman in training for advancement to Journeyman Lineman, to receive instructions and perform work involving such practice in preparation for such skilled duty, over a three-year period
To advance in such work in accordance with Apprentice Lineman Agreement and apprentice curriculum, initially on unenergized circuits, and later on energized circuits ranging progressively from lower to maximum voltage
To perform such work under the immediate supervision of a Lineman initially, and then independently after ability to perform each phase of the work skillfully and safely has been demonstrated
To do similar and less skilled work as assigned.
In this connection to perform details of work, such as:
During the initial period, make up or assemble line materials, hardware or pole fixtures
climb poles and assist Lineman as directed on services, secondaries, and unenergized conductors or higher voltage rating
perform any groundwork normally performed by a Lineman.
Later, continue the work of the first period, and in addition, to work alone on energized conductors ranging to 480 volt
Perform less complicated work on higher voltages under the immediate supervision of a Lineman.
Perform all the full range of duties of a skilled Lineman as a rounding out and proficiency attainment period, continuing under the immediate supervision of and accompanied by a fully skilled Lineman while working on voltages above 480 volts.
May work alone on conductors of all voltages involving work of a less complex nature
Under the direct but not constant supervision of a foreman, perform work on more difficult work in order to prepare for examination.
At the end of the Apprentice Program, an Apprentice Lineman must successfully complete an examination, either oral, written, or practical demonstration, or selected features of all these.
Responsible for adherence to safety rules and the use of appropriate protective equipment to ensure their own safety, fellow crew members, and the public; for exercising care when working with Company or customer-owned equipment.
Availability for and timely response to call-outs on a regular basis and predictable and reliable attendance are conditions for satisfactory job performance.
Use initiative and judgment within established policy and procedural guidelines.
For prudent use and care for vehicles, tools, equipment, and materials.
Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with other employees and the general public.
Communicate effectively in writing, orally, electronically and with others to assimilate, understand, and convey information, in a manner consistent with job functions