Liniero Aprendiz / Apprentice Lineman

Job Title: Liniero Aprendiz / Apprentice Lineman

Location: Puerto Rico

Reports to: Crew Supervisor or Liniero Clase A / Class A

Compensation: $25.77

About ARG Ceres JV  

ARG Precision Corporation (ARG) was founded in 1996 under the laws of the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico. It was created to address the industry's demand for power generation services on the island and the struggle to find local companies that could offer this type of service. The objective was to build this company, committed to satisfying the needs of the Power Generation Industry and being the first option of our clients. 

 ARG/Ceres JV operating under the name of Hyperion Power Solutions was formed in 2023 (Ceres majority control), becoming a leader in construction in the Power Generation Industry in Puerto Rico. The extensive experience of ARG/Ceres JV engineers in the field, more than 25 years, has led the company to an honorable status among our clients. This experience provides a full range of comprehensive services tailored to the client's needs. Being at the forefront of technology allows ARG/Ceres JV to provide unparalleled technical expertise that is essential to addressing the complex requirements of today's projects. 

At Hyperion Power Solutions, we believe you’re more than just an employee; you’re part of a team with a purpose and a meaningful mission -- to deliver reliable, innovative, and sustainable power solutions that strengthen Puerto Rico’s energy infrastructure and support the communities we serve. 

We value initiative, respect diversity, and give our people the freedom to lead. We offer competitive pay,  travel opportunities, and a culture built on resilience and teamwork. If you show up with compassion, share the commitment, react with urgency, and deliver solutions, you’ll fit right in. We don’t just respond to challenges, we rise to them. 

What We Are Looking For

The Apprentice Lineman assists in the installation, maintenance, repair, and reconstruction of overhead and underground power lines under the direct supervision of a Class A Lineman or Supervisor. This position is designed to develop practical skills and technical knowledge essential for advancement in the electrical line trade.

What You Will Do

• Assist in the installation and repair of poles, crossarms, insulators, transformers, and other electrical components for overhead and underground power lines.
• Load, organize, and prepare tools, materials, and equipment needed for fieldwork.
• Perform excavation, compaction, and cable laying tasks under direct supervision.
• Climb poles using ladders or climbers when trained and authorized, while maintaining proper clearance distances from energized areas.
• Apply electrical safety practices, including respecting minimum approach distances and wearing personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times.
• Maintain clean and safe work zones to prevent hazards.
• Participate actively in technical and safety training programs, including OSHA/NESC standards, first aid, blueprint reading, and emergency response.
• Operate hand and power tools under supervision to support field operations.
• Handle equipment such as winches and booms with prior training.
• Assist in inventory checks and basic documentation of completed tasks to ensure accurate records.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma (preferably with technical courses in electricity or mechanics).
• Valid driver's license (Class 3 or higher preferred).
• Positive attitude to learn and follow instructions.
• Ability to work in teams under demanding conditions.
• Physical condition for lifting weights and working at heights.
• Availability for extended shifts and emergencies.

Preferred Qualifications

• Basic experience in construction or electricity.
• Familiarity with basic electrical or mechanical tools.
• Prior exposure to safety protocols in outdoor or high-risk environments.
• Bilingual proficiency in Spanish and English.

What to Expect

As an Apprentice Lineman at Hyperion Power Solutions, you'll spend most of your time in outdoor field settings, assisting seasoned linemen with the hands-on installation, maintenance, and repair of power lines—both overhead and underground—to ensure reliable electricity for Puerto Rico's communities. This entry-level role fits within the Operations - Transmission and Distribution team, where you'll report to a Crew Supervisor or Class A Lineman without managing others. Expect a structured path for growth, focusing on developing practical skills like climbing poles, handling tools, and adhering to safety standards under close supervision.

Your days will involve physically demanding tasks such as loading equipment, digging trenches, and climbing heights in varying weather conditions, often requiring extended shifts or emergency responses during outages. You'll participate in ongoing training on OSHA/NESC regulations, first aid, and blueprint reading to build technical knowledge for advancement. Success in the first year means mastering basics safely, contributing to team efficiency, and progressing toward higher lineman classifications through evaluations.

While no prior experience is required, you'll need a high school diploma, a valid driver's license, and the physical stamina for lifting and heights, plus a team-oriented mindset for urgent, high-stakes work. Preferred traits include basic construction background and tool familiarity, but training is provided for "nice-to-haves." Overall, this role offers a dynamic, mission-driven environment with moderate to high risks near energized lines, emphasizing safety gear and protocols—ideal for those eager to learn and make a tangible impact on energy infrastructure.

Physical Requirements and Environment

ARG Ceres JV provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and to applicants with sincerely held religious beliefs, as required by law. The physical requirements listed below reflect the essential functions of this role. If you need accommodation to perform these functions, please inform us during the application process.

• Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Specific vision abilities to include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus where required to safely perform the job.
• Willing to wear PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) including but not limited to hard hat, protective eyewear, steel-toed boots, etc. in jobs that require PPE.
• Ability to work in adverse weather/field conditions, elevated spaces, confined spaces, extreme temperatures, exposure to mechanical parts, wet and/or humid conditions, high, precarious places, fumes or airborne particles, risk of electrical shock and vibration, and loud noise levels.
• Commitment to following safety standards and protocols.

Why Join Hyperion Power Solutions?

At Hyperion, you won’t just have a job, you’ll have a mission. Your work will directly strengthen Puerto Rico’s energy infrastructure and power the growth of its communities.

We offer:

• A collaborative, mission-driven culture.
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement.
• The chance to make a lasting difference for communities.

Hyperion is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, religion, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.

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