City of Statesville : Line Technician

About the role

This position is responsible for performing technical work assisting in the construction, maintenance, repair, and operation of electric transmission and distribution lines.

Responsibilities

• Assembles and attaches crossarms and guy wires.
• Installs distribution transformers and associated devices.
• Replaces old service lines.
• Installs meters.
• Raises and sets poles.
• Hangs transformers and streetlights.
• Operates a line and aerial bucket truck.
• Operates an excavator, trencher, and plow backhoe.
• Trims trees and picks up limbs and debris.
• Installs temporary services for new houses and businesses.
• Maintains traffic signals, security lights, and streetlights.
• Performs switching and tagging operations on lines.
• Climbs poles and strings secondary and primary wires.
• Loads and unloads materials on work truck.
• Participates in the Lineman Career Development Program.
• Sets up safe work zones and flags traffic.
• Prepares materials and supplies for top linemen.
• Troubleshoots overhead and underground electric outages.
• Locates and repairs underground wires using specialized equipment.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Possession of a valid North Carolina CDL Class A or Class B license.
• Live within a 45-minute response time of Statesville, NC.

Skills

• Knowledge of the methods, materials, tools, and equipment used in electrical construction and maintenance work as well as underground wire/transformer installation.
• Knowledge of the principles of electricity as applied to power circuits, wiring diagrams, and plant operations.
• Knowledge of the operation of aerial devices such as a Bucket Truck.
• Knowledge of the hazards and safety precautions related to electrical work.
• Knowledge of required OSHA training for Confined Space, Trenching & Shoring, CPR/First Aid, and Flagger practices, equipment, and regulations (Training provided by the City of Statesville).
• Ability to perform manual work under adverse weather conditions.
• Ability to climb poles, operate machinery, tools, and equipment used in electrical work.
• Ability to communicate ideas clearly, concisely, and effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, supervisors, and the public.