Apprentice Lineman

About the Role

Under the supervision of the electric distribution superintendent, provides ground support for linemen while completing the lineman apprenticeship program. Responsible for exercising judgment as to the details of assigned work within prescribed operating procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assists Linemen in:
  • Setting and changing out electric poles
  • Setting pad mounts and hanging transformers
  • Hanging capacitor banks
  • Hooking up primary and secondary meters
  • Installing and repairing street light poles
  • Installing and repairing street lights and wiring
  • Repairing meters
• Operates a trencher and backhoe for installation
• Backfills ground and performs yard work
• Trims trees for line clearance
• Runs chipper for branch disposal
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Prompt and regular attendance is required for this position

Peripheral Duties

• Performs tasks such as running errands and retrieving additional parts and equipment
• Assures equipment is maintained safely and properly
• Attends monthly safety meetings
• Helps other team members accomplish tasks
• Wears Personal Protective Equipment, as required
• Abides by all standards, conduct, and policies, as stated in Employee Handbook

Skills and Abilities

Physical

• Ability to perform physical activities that require considerable use of arms and legs and moving the whole body, such as sitting, standing, walking, bending, climbing, twisting, squatting, reaching overhead, grasping, lifting, balancing, kneeling, pushing, pulling, and handling of objects; is on feet most of shift
• Ability to frequently lift up to 50 pounds, occasionally 75 pounds with assistance
• Normal eyesight and depth perception, with or without correction; ability to see and read instructions, meters, gauges, and technical materials
• Ability to distinguish between colors
• Hand/eye/foot coordination adequate to operate equipment controls
• Ability to hear normal tones, with or without correction

Cognitive

• Ability to take satisfaction from being busy and productive
• Ability to take direction, follow through, and make corrections necessary to stay on track; to prioritize, then act
• Ability to take psychological ownership of work; committed to stable values such as honesty and loyalty
• Ability to work under supervision and cooperatively with other employees
• Ability to listen, understand, read, and communicate information
• Ability to react quickly, calmly, and logically in emergencies
• Ability to perform tasks accurately, meeting precise tolerances and standards
• Ability to demonstrate flexibility in work environments, performing a variety of frequently changing tasks
• Ability to search for reasons and causes, to consider all factors that might affect a situation

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to outside weather conditions, including temperature extremes. The employee may occasionally be exposed to fumes, diesel fuel, and other chemicals and toxins. The employee will be exposed to mechanical and electrical hazards. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate; is occasionally loud.