Journey Line Mechanic (Exp Electrician w/Overhead & Underground bkgrd)

About the role

The Journey Line Mechanic performs all tasks associated with the Apprentice Line Mechanic Primary classification and directs the work of a single crew in the performance of various tasks associated with the construction and maintenance of overhead and URD systems.

Responsibilities

• Leads single company crew to perform overhead and URD construction and maintenance work up to 600 V energized, to include setting, removing and bracing poles.
• Ensures productivity, quality control, safety and proper conduct of all assigned personnel as well as all associated administrative activities.
• Covers job site to make sure it is ready.
• Performs work on 3-3 kV to 500 kV circuits under the direction of a lead employee.
• Investigates service failures or other trouble on Overhead and URD systems to maintain and repair service due to failure, storms or other emergency situations.
• Trains and instructs lower classified employees in the performance of various jobs in accordance with the Overhead Progression Program Guidelines and the individual's level of skill and ability in both classroom and field environments.
• Performs work by climbing poles, using aerial lifts, working in trenches, on ladders, platforms, towers or other such methods.
• Utilizes a wide variety of highly specialized tools and equipment such as hot sticks, hydraulic compression tools, hydraulic saw, impact drill or tension pulling machine.
• Operates company radios, electronic devices, and phones according to company and FCC rules.
• Performs work by climbing poles, using aerial lifts, working in trenches, on ladders, platforms, towers or other such methods.
• Utilizes a wide variety of highly specialized tools and equipment such as hot sticks, hydraulic compression tools, hydraulic saw, impact drill or tension pulling machine.
• Operates necessary excavation equipment to dig around energized equipment to install/maintain the URD system.
• Performs meter sets for 'plug in' type meters when required.

Requirements

• Demonstrated ability and experience as an Apprentice Line Mechanic Primary.
• Possess a working knowledge of all related Transmission and Distribution System Specifications, work procedures, operating and maintenance practices, safety requirements etc.
• Ability to perform competently as directed in all phases of Overhead I URD Lines work.
• Possess a thorough working knowledge of applicable company safety regulations and general first-aid methods.
• Ability to communicate both verbally and in written form and convey information of a complex nature.
• Possess the following licenses:
• Valid Class A restricted Commercial Driver's License
• Class 7-D operating engineers license (DC)
• Flagger Certification (MDOT)

Qualifications

• Ability to write, speak, read, comprehend and communicate clearly and accurately in the English language.
• Willingness and ability to work overtime on a regular basis and availability for callout overtime, consistent with the Labor Agreement.

Skills

• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, schematic drawings, equipment diagrams, feeder maps, plats, etc.
• Ability to climb poles, use aerial lifts, work in trenches, on ladders, platforms, towers or other such methods.
• Ability to utilize information technology.

Benefits

• Hourly rates will be paid in accordance with terms of the candidate’s skills, qualifications, experience or collective bargaining agreement: $55.69/Hr.
• Average Annual Bonus for eligible positions: 4%
• 401(k) match and annual company contribution
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Life and disability insurance
• Generous paid time off options, including vacation, sick time, floating and fixed holidays, maternity leave and bonding/primary caregiver leave or parental leave
• Employee Assistance Program and resources for mental and emotional support
• Wellbeing programs such as tuition reimbursement, adoption and surrogacy assistance and fitness reimbursement
• Referral bonus program