A Class Journeyman Lineman

Responsibilities

• Able to perform rigorous physical labor as required, including climbing, rigging, lifting, rescue operations, etc.
• Able to identify primary and secondary voltage on a circuit.
• Proficient in all aspects of energized line working, energized voltage conductors greater than 600 volts.
• Possess professional demeanor and interact positively with fellow crew members, general public, and customer representatives.
• Proficient in understanding and reading blueprints.
• Able to properly sag wire.
• Capable of leading crew in assembly and erection of structures to all heights, in absence of Crew Foreman or with minimal supervision.
• Understands dead ending and sagging operations for all conductors.
• Capable of executing hot line work on conductor systems.
• Proficient at operation of Bucket Truck, Digger Derrick, Backhoe, and other equipment.
• Proficient in Pole/Tower Climbing.
• Proficient in all aspects of heavy lifting and rigging.
• Must be familiar with induced voltage.
• Understands grounding procedures.
• Capable of working at heights and/or confined spaces.
• Capable of properly installing and removing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and cover-up.
• Must be able to climb different types of structures (wood, steel, etc.) and possess the necessary tools to do so.
• Understands how to phase out a line using phasing sticks.
• Able/willing to function within a Team environment and share knowledge with fellow crew members as appropriate.
• Capable of planning safe work based on a job print or work order.
• Understands how to obtain a "one shot" on a recloser.
• Understands minimum approach distance.
• Understands flag and tag procedures.
• Capable of performing basic bucket rescue/escape.
• Must be able to effectively lead a Job Task Safety Analysis meeting or tailgate briefing.
• Capable of safely installing and removing mechanical jumpers.
• Possess knowledge to properly inspect rubber goods, cover, and PPE.

Requirements

• The employee is required to sit; frequently climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, bend, crouch, or crawl.
• The employee must frequently lift and/or maneuver up to 40 pounds and occasionally lift and/or maneuver up to 75 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Work is primarily performed outdoors, so physical exposure to often extreme weather conditions, animals, and insects, and other outdoor hazards is unavoidable and required.

Qualifications

• Possession of a valid Class A CDL is highly preferred.
• If hired without a CDL, it may be required to obtain within 90 days of employment.
• Must have a High School Diploma or equivalent.

Skills

• Physical labor skills, including climbing, rigging, lifting, rescue operations, etc.
• Energized line working proficiency, including handling energized voltage conductors greater than 600 volts.
• Understanding and reading blueprints.
• Proper sag wire techniques.
• Leadership and team collaboration skills.
• Equipment operation proficiency, including Bucket Truck, Digger Derrick, Backhoe, and others.
• Pole/Tower climbing skills.
• Heavy lifting and rigging expertise.
• Familiarity with induced voltage and grounding procedures.
• Ability to work at heights and/or confined spaces.
• Knowledge of PPE and cover-up usage.
• Understanding of electrical safety practices, such as phase-out using phasing sticks, flag and tag procedures, and bucket rescue/escape.
• Planning and execution of safe work based on job prints or work orders.
• Ability to perform basic bucket rescue/escape.
• Leading Job Task Safety Analysis meetings or tailgate briefings.
• Safely installing and removing mechanical jumpers.
• Inspection and maintenance of rubber goods, covers, and PPE.

Benefits

• Competitive wages.
• Paid vacation and holidays.
• Full benefit package including Health, Dental, Vision, Optional Critical Care Insurance, LifeLock Identity Protection, and both Company Paid & Supplemental Life Insurance.
• 401k Retirement Savings Plan with a substantial company match.
• Eligible for entry into SUI's DOL Certified 4-Year Apprenticeship Program after 6 months of employment.