B Lineman - Overhead (AEP)

Position Summary

The Class B Lineman - Overhead is a semi-skilled position in the construction, maintenance and repair of electrical overhead distribution systems. This position works at various locations and may also be required to travel to another state depending on customer demands.

About the Role

This position requires a 5-year minimum of recent field experience. Must be able to read and communicate effectively in English. A Commercial Driver’s License is preferred. Able to lift in excess of 50 lbs. Must be able to work for extended periods in various locations, when required. Must be able to work outside, frequently in inclement weather.

Responsibilities

• Strings overhead wire.
• Sets poles and anchors.
• Installs transformers, lightening arrestors, cutouts, crossarms, insulators, switches and switchgear.
• Troubleshoots in primary and secondary systems.
• Replaces fuses in transformers and clears faulted circuits and systems.
• Frequently works with energized high voltage systems requiring skill and care to protect the lives of themselves and others.
• Maintains company vehicles, equipment and tools in good working order.
• Does all other related work as required to complete the job.

Requirements

• Able to identify primary and secondary voltage on a circuit.
• Able to identify induced voltage.
• Able to understand grounding procedures.
• Able to use a load buster tool.
• Able to install and hook up a single phase transformer.
• Able to safely set a pole.
• Able to understand equipment setup and grounding.
• Able to work at heights and/or confined spaces.
• Able to properly install and remove Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Able to check voltage on transformers.
• Able to tie in a primary conductor.
• Able to climb different types of structures (wood, steel, etc.) and possess the necessary tools to do so.
• Able to understand how to phase out a line using phasing sticks.
• Able to understand how to obtain a one shot on a recloser.
• Able to effectively conduct a pre-job or tailgate briefing.
• Able to safely perform a reconductoring job.
• Willing to glove/work live high voltage distribution power lines.
• Able to safely install and remove mechanical jumpers.

Qualifications

• Able to work for extended periods in various locations, when required.
• Able to work outside, frequently in inclement weather.
• Able to lift in excess of 50 lbs.
• Able to properly inspect rubber goods and PPE.
• Willing to work over-time when requested.
• Willing to work outside of the normal work schedule including weekends, holidays, and overtime as required for the position.

Skills

Must be able to follow Company safety rules and all other Company policies.

Benefits

Equal Opportunity Employer - Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled VA Approved Apprenticeship Program – GI Bill Benefits Available to Eligible Veterans Pike is a Non-union Company

Pay

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Schedule

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About the Team

Electric We work with utilities across the country to solve our nation’s energy infrastructure challenges, from designing new transmission and distribution systems, upgrading and managing installation of the latest smart meter technologies, and integrating renewable energy sources onto the grid.