Utility Foreman, Grid (T-Line)

Work Place Flexibility: Onsite

Legal Entity: Entergy Arkansas, LLC

***This posting is for a potential future opening(s) with Entergy. This posting is to build a candidate pool, should the opening(s) become available.***

Job Duties/Responsibilities

The Transmission Foreman supervises and directs the work of transmission line crews in the construction, maintenance, repair, and operation of transmission systems. This position is responsible for ensuring safe work practices, quality workmanship, adherence to schedules, and compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations. The Transmission Foreman serves as a liaison between management and field personnel, coordinating activities on transmission projects and troubleshooting operational issues.

Job Duties/Responsibilities

• Supervise and direct transmission line crews in the construction, maintenance, repair, and inspection of transmission towers, poles, conductors, cables, and associated equipment.
• Plan, organize, and schedule work activities for transmission projects; allocate resources and manage timelines to meet operational and project requirements.
• Ensure compliance with all safety protocols, OSHA regulations, Company policies, and industry standards (NESC, NERC); conduct safety briefings and toolbox talks.
• Inspect completed work to ensure quality standards are met and deviations are identified and corrected.
• Operate and maintain transmission line equipment, vehicles, and tools; coordinate equipment maintenance and repair.
• Respond to transmission emergencies, outages, and storm events; direct restoration and repair efforts to restore service safely and efficiently.
• Train, mentor, and evaluate crew members; provide coaching and development opportunities to support career advancement.
• Maintain accurate work records, timesheets, equipment logs, and incident reports; communicate status updates to management.
• Coordinate with other departments (Distribution, Generation, Operations, Engineering) on transmission projects and maintenance activities.
• Conduct job safety analysis (JSA), hazard assessments, and pre-work briefings for high-risk transmission work.
• Identify safety hazards and near-miss incidents; recommend corrective actions and process improvements.
• Manage contractor work on transmission projects; ensure adherence to contract terms and safety requirements.
• Support capital projects including transmission line upgrades, equipment replacement, and system modernization initiatives.

Minimum Requirements

Minimum education required of the position

• High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED) equivalent.

Minimum experience required of the position

• Seven (7) or more years of experience in transmission line construction, maintenance, or operation, with a minimum of two (2) years in a supervisory or lead capacity.

• Experience must include working with transmission systems operating at voltages of 69 kV or higher.

Minimum knowledge, skills, and abilities required of the position

• Comprehensive knowledge of transmission system design, operation, and maintenance practices.
• Knowledge of electrical safety, high-voltage work procedures, and arc flash hazards.
• Strong leadership and supervisory skills; ability to direct and motivate crew members.
• Excellent communication skills; ability to communicate effectively with diverse stakeholder groups.
• Problem-solving and decision-making skills; ability to prioritize multiple tasks in fast-paced environment.
• Technical proficiency with transmission equipment including voltage regulators, circuit breakers, disconnect switches, transformers, and protective relays.
• Proficiency with GPS, GIS systems, and transmission work management software.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting transmission system maps, single-line diagrams, and technical specifications.
• Ability to work at heights and in confined spaces; capability to operate aerial lifts and climbing equipment.
• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record; ability to operate Company vehicles safely.
• Physical ability to perform heavy physical labor including lifting, climbing, and repetitive movements.

Any certificates, licenses, etc. required of the position

• Valid driver's license (class appropriate to vehicles operated).

• OSHA 10-hour card (or OSHA 30-hour card preferred).
• CPR/First Aid certification.
• Completion of Company-required transmission safety training and qualification program.
• NFPA 70E electrical safety certification (or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire).
• Competency card or certification for high-voltage work (as required by employer policy).

Primary Location: Arkansas- Arkansas : Little Rock || Arkansas : Alexander || Arkansas : Arkadelphia || Arkansas : Bald Knob || Arkansas : Batesville || Arkansas : Beebe || Arkansas : Benton || Arkansas : Berryville || Arkansas : Blytheville || Arkansas : Blythville || Arkansas : Brinkley || Arkansas : Cabot || Arkansas : Camden || Arkansas : Clarenden || Arkansas : Conway || Arkansas : Corning || Arkansas : Crawfordsville || Arkansas : Crossett || Arkansas : DERMONTT || Arkansas : Danville || Arkansas : Dardanelle || Arkansas : Des Arc || Arkansas : Dewitt || Arkansas : Dumas || Arkansas : Earle || Arkansas : El Dorado || Arkansas : Elaine || Arkansas : England || Arkansas : Eudora || Arkansas : Flippin || Arkansas : Fordyce || Arkansas : Forrest City || Arkansas : Glenwood || Arkansas : Gurdon || Arkansas : Hamburg || Arkansas : Hardy || Arkansas : Harrisburg || Arkansas : Harrison || Arkansas : Hazen || Arkansas : Heber Springs || Arkansas : Helena || Arkansas : Hot Springs || Arkansas : Hotsprings || Arkansas : Hoxie || Arkansas : Hughes || Arkansas : Jacksonville || Arkansas : Jones Mill || Arkansas : Junction City || Arkansas : Lake Village || Arkansas : Lonoke || Arkansas : Magnolia || Arkansas : Malvern || Arkansas : Mammoth Sprgs || Arkansas : Marianna || Arkansas : Marion || Arkansas : Marked Tree || Arkansas : Marshall || Arkansas : Maumelle || Arkansas : Mcgehee || Arkansas : Monette || Arkansas : Monticello || Arkansas : Moro || Arkansas : Morrilton || Arkansas : Mountain Home || Arkansas : Mountain View || Arkansas : Newark || Arkansas : Newport || Arkansas : No. Little Rock || Arkansas : Osceola || Arkansas : Pine Bluff || Arkansas : Pocahontas || Arkansas : Rector || Arkansas : Redfield || Arkansas : Russellville || Arkansas : Searcy || Arkansas : Sheridan || Arkansas : Smackover || Arkansas : Stamps || Arkansas : Stephens || Arkansas : Strong || Arkansas : Stuttgart || Arkansas : Trumann || Arkansas : Walnut Ridge || Arkansas : Warren || Arkansas : West Helena || Arkansas : Wilson || Arkansas : Wynne || Arkansas : Yellville Job Function: Corporate

FLSA Status:

Relocation Option: No Relocation Offered

Union description/code:

Number of Openings: 3 Req ID: 125499 Travel Percentage:50% to 75%

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Additional Responsibilities: 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.

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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.