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Journeyman Lineman green card sponsorship follows the EB-3 skilled worker path: your employer files PERM labor certification with DOL, then an I-140 petition with USCIS, before you adjust status or complete consular processing. Per-country backlogs apply, so starting early with a sponsoring utility or contractor matters.
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Date: Nov 10, 2026
Location: Broussard, Louisiana, United States
Company: Entergy
Work Place Flexibility: Onsite
Legal Entity: Entergy Louisiana, LLC
JOB QUALIFICATIONS:
Under directive supervision, with some latitude for planning or laying out of working details, must be able to do the most complicated construction and maintenance work on dead or energized transmission and underground or overhead distribution conductors, structures and equipment, and be qualified to do the following and related work as assigned:
- Have equivalent experience in related work, having all the qualifications of Lineman 2nd Class.
- Make all types of transformer installations; do phasing and check rotation on circuits; trace and clear grounds and opens on series circuits.
- Do all classes of hot line tool work.
- Reeve blocks.
- Plan and lay out all work in a safe and efficient manner.
- Check, handle and be responsible for all material removed from and returned to stock, and prepare reports and records.
- Act in capacity of supervisor when authorized.
- Direct work of assistants, instruct and train new employees.
EXPERIENCE AND SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS:
- Know Company's safety rules, and be able to administer all approved methods of resuscitation, and be able to render practical first aid on or off the ground.
- Know the location of, and be able to operate, all of the firefighting equipment. Know what kind of equipment to use on electrical, oil and other fires.
- Maintain a valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License.
- Have a thorough working knowledge of electric transmission and distribution circuits and related equipment including Switchman certification.
- Have thorough knowledge of hot line tools and their application.
- Be able to read and understand all wiring diagrams and blueprints as related to transmission and distribution construction and maintenance.
- Fully understand and be proficient in using technology needed to perform job such as computers, tablets and associated software.
- Accurately identify and record all changes to constructed jobs according to Company requirements.
PHYSICAL QUALIFICATIONS:
- Must have full use of mental and physical faculties.
- Have strength and endurance adequate for arduous labor in all kinds of outdoor weather conditions.
- Be able to work at heights and close spaces.
- Good hand-eye coordination and physical dexterity.
Louisiana (Bargaining):
Apprentice 1st Year: Completion of an accredited Lineworker Training program OR prior demonstrated linework experience required
Apprentice 2nd Year: 2 years lineman experience required
Apprentice 3rd Year: 3 years lineman experience required
Apprentice 4th Year: 4 years lineman experience required
Journeyman Lineman: 5 years lineman experience required
Company Testing
None
Essential Functions of the Linemen Position:
- Must be able to traverse uneven terrain (including, but not limited to, wet, muddy and/or slippery terrain, concrete or asphalt) with a full complement of tools weighing up to fifty pounds.
- Must be able to work in extreme weather, including, extreme heat and cold.
- Must be able to work in confined spaces.
- Must be able to work alone when performing restoration services.
- Must be able to perform physical tasks, including digging, pulling, pushing, carrying and lifting up to 115 pounds.
- Maintain a valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License.
- Must be able to safely operate trucks and heavy equipment and safely work around energized lines and equipment.
- Must be able to work at heights for extended periods of time.
- Must be able to work overhead from a bucket truck (perform work above shoulders on energized overhead lines).
- Must be able to climb up and descend from wooden/steel structures, poles and ladders and be able to balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, grip, handle and feel.
- Must have the ability to perform emergency rescue operations, including bringing unconscious or injured co-worker down from significant height or elevated area.
- Must have sound judgment necessary to work safely in inherently dangerous environment.
- Must be able to understand and follow safety rules.
- Must be able to work up to 16 continuous hours per day.
- Must have the ability to wear required personal protection equipment.
- Must be able to perform basic computer tasks, such as entering time worked, noting beginning and completion of assigned task, checking and responding to emails, completing computer-based training, and other similar tasks.
- Must be able to communicate effectively and interact with a team.
- Must have the ability to manage stress and handle tense situations.
- Must have regular and reliable attendance.
- Must be able to work overtime when necessary.
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Primary Location: Louisiana - Broussard Louisiana : Broussard
Job Function: Field & Skilled Trade
FLSA Status: Nonexempt
Relocation Option: No Relocation Offered
Union description/code: Bargaining
Number of Openings: 1
Req ID: 125615
Travel Percentage: Up to 25%
An Equal Opportunity Employer, Minority/Female/Disability/Vets. Please click here to view the EEO page, or see statements below.
EEO Statement: The Entergy System of Companies provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a protected veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. The Entergy System of Companies complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
The Entergy System of Companies expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of the Entergy System of Company employees to perform their expected job duties is absolutely not tolerated.
Accessibility: Entergy provides reasonable accommodations for online applicants. Requests for a reasonable accommodation may be made orally or in writing by an applicant, employee, or third party on his or her behalf. If you are an individual with a disability and you are in need of an accommodation for the recruiting process please click here and provide your name, contact number, the accommodation requested and the requisition number that you are requesting the accommodation for. Employee Services will contact you regarding your request.
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.
Equal Opportunity
The non-confidential portions of the affirmative action program for individuals with disabilities and protected veterans shall be available for inspection upon request by any employee or applicant for employment. Please contact HRCompliance@entergy.com to schedule a time to review the affirmative action plan during regular office hours.
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.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Journeyman Lineman
Get your credentials evaluation done early
Foreign electrical trade credentials and apprenticeship completions need a formal equivalency evaluation before PERM moves forward. Order a credential assessment from a NACES-member evaluator that documents your training hours and journeyman-level competency in U.S. terms.
Target utility contractors with PERM history
Transmission and distribution contractors working on federally funded infrastructure projects are more likely to have established PERM workflows. Search DOL PERM disclosure data by SOC code 49-9051 to identify employers who have certified positions for electrical line work.
Find green card sponsors on Migrate Mate
Migrate Mate lists U.S. employers with verified green card sponsorship history, searchable by role and location. Use it to surface utility companies and electrical contractors actively sponsoring Journeyman Lineman positions before you start cold outreach.
Confirm the prevailing wage tier before accepting an offer
Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the prevailing wage for SOC 49-9051 in the employer's county. Your offered wage must meet or exceed that level for PERM to be certified, and Level II or III wages are standard for journeyman-classified positions.
Ask employers about their PERM recruitment timeline
PERM requires the employer to run a 30-day recruitment test and document that no qualified U.S. workers were available. Ask hiring managers whether they've completed this process before or will need to initiate it fresh, since that affects your green card start date.
Understand AC21 portability before you change employers
If your I-485 has been pending 180 days or more, AC21 lets you move to a new employer in the same or a similar occupation without losing your place in the queue. Confirm the new role still falls under SOC 49-9051 or a closely related code.
Green Card Journeyman Lineman: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Journeyman Lineman role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Most Journeyman Lineman positions qualify under EB-3 as skilled workers, since the role requires at least two years of apprenticeship training rather than a bachelor's degree. EB-2 is available if you hold an advanced degree or a bachelor's degree plus five years of progressive experience, but that credential profile is uncommon in this trade. Your employer's immigration attorney will confirm the correct category based on the job description and your credentials.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for this role?
Green card sponsorship through PERM leads to lawful permanent residence, not a temporary work status. The employer files a prevailing wage determination and a recruitment test with DOL before submitting an I-140 petition to USCIS. Unlike the H-1B visa, there is no lottery, but per-country annual limits mean nationals from high-demand countries can face priority-date backlogs before the final I-485 or consular step can be completed.
How do I find employers willing to sponsor a Journeyman Lineman green card?
Migrate Mate lists U.S. employers with verified green card sponsorship history, so you can search specifically for utility companies and electrical contractors that have sponsored positions in this trade. You can also review DOL PERM disclosure data by SOC code 49-9051 to identify employers who have certified Journeyman Lineman roles in the past.
What documents do I need to support a PERM application for this role?
Your employer will need a prevailing wage determination from DOL and documentation of their recruitment efforts showing no qualified U.S. workers were available. You'll need to provide your foreign apprenticeship or trade credentials, ideally with a formal equivalency evaluation from a NACES-member organization, along with any state journeyman licenses or certifications relevant to the work location.
Can I change employers after my green card sponsorship is in progress?
Yes, under two different rules depending on your stage. If your original employer's I-140 was approved, a new employer can file a fresh I-140 and you can retain your original priority date. If your I-485 adjustment application has been pending for 180 days or more, AC21 portability lets you move to a new employer in the same or a similar occupation without restarting the green card process from scratch.