Class B OH Distribution Lineman - Columbus, OH

5 Star Electric, LLC (5 Star) is a premier full-service provider of electrical construction, maintenance, and repair services with offices in Western Kentucky and Dallas/Fort Worth, Texas. 5 Star specializes in Distribution and Transmission Power Line work, Substation, Industrial, Commercial, Streetlighting, and Fiber installations (Pole Change out, DACR, VVO and Reconductor Work).

About the role

The Overhead Distribution Lineman – B Class is responsible for all Groundman and Class C Lineman responsibilities in addition to working energized and de-energized lines and equipment. Guided by Safety. Focused on Communities. Powered by Care.

Responsibilities

• Thorough knowledge of methods, practices and equipment of electrical line work.
• Thorough knowledge of the hazards of electrical work and necessary safety precautions.
• Ability to climb poles and perform strenuous duties in a variety of weather conditions.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions and communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Ability to work with angry or difficult customers.
• Skill in operating listed tools and equipment.
• Ability to accurately read and record data from various types of meter dials.
• Ability to work in inclement weather.
• Operate service truck.
• Dig holes and set poles for electrical lines.
• String wire on new construction or in repairing line breaks.
• Set and connect transformers and other electrical distribution equipment.
• Climb poles and make necessary repairs.
• Trim trees along electrical lines and perform related work as required.
• Respond to work orders for utility disconnections, reconnections, new orders, and other public works service.
• Maintain assigned tools and equipment.
• Stand on-call after working hours as needed and directed.
• Ensure safety standards for self and crew; report accidents/incidents and potential safety hazards to the foreman immediately.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Two to three (2-3) years of experience or equivalent hours.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid State of Residence Driver License.
• Clean Valid Class A CDL and current medical examiner card.
• Willingness to work overtime and storm work.
• Crews can work 40-60 hours per week.
• Must pass criminal and Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) background checks and pre-employment drug screen.
• Must complete OSHA 10hr Safety Training Program within 60 days.
• Completion of formal training program or at least four years of verifiable experience including three years of energized work.
• Successful completion of appropriate knowledge and skills examinations.
• Compliance with Safety Performance Standards.
• May be Employee Performance Tested to a higher level with testing and verifiable experience.
• Completion of Insulate/Isolate Course.
• Critical review and recommendations from Operations, Safety/Training.
• Ability for frequent travel for training requirements and potential for overtime including storm work.

Skills

• Ability to work outdoors in diverse terrain and in all weather conditions.
• Physical capabilities required to safely operate a motor vehicle in all driving conditions.
• Possesses sight, strength, and coordination necessary to safely and effectively operate heavy and light equipment and tools.
• Lifts up to 50 pounds.
• Climbs poles and works at heights.
• Full-body exertion: strenuous lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling.
• Required to stand, walk, and use hands to finger, handle, feel, or operate objects, tools, or controls.
• Specific vision abilities: close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus.