Description
This position will be filled as a Journeyman Lineworker. The successful candidate will work in a line crew on overhead and underground construction and maintenance of distribution systems. This position is responsible for responding to and correcting problems with the electrical distribution system during normal working hours, after hours, nights, weekends, and holidays.
The candidate must safely perform any work normally or reasonably required in this classification. This includes building, maintaining, inspecting, trouble-shooting, replacing, and repairing distribution power lines, poles, and related equipment according to Company specifications and manufacturer's recommendations. The successful candidate will review work orders and determine material needed to complete jobs; along with being able to safely load wire coils, poles, equipment, and materials onto trucks.
The candidate is responsible for using hand tools to assemble materials, connectors, brackets, and other equipment in preparation for installation on pole-lines or underground systems. This position frequently works aerially from a ladder, lift bucket, and pole-climbing tools to remove/replace/repair equipment. The successful candidate must climb utility poles and other structures.
This position is responsible for cleaning and maintaining tools/trucks. The successful candidate must maintain regular attendance and comply with all safety procedures, practices, and requirements. The candidate must be able to effectively communicate in person, by radio, and by phone to various company personnel in the normal course of duties.
If this position is filled as an apprentice, the applicant will complete a prescribed Journeyman Development Program.