Journeyman Lineman & Troubleman - NE, East & Coastal Regions (Athens, Augusta & Savannah Areas)

Job Summary

Job Duties include (but not limited to): Pole Climbing (up to 60 feet). Working in an overhead position while on the pole. Pulling and splicing wires. Installing Electrical Service (pole to pole OR pole to service point). Operating/Driving Company Trucks including Bucket Trucks. Operating heavy equipment (Backhoe or similar equipment). Work in adverse conditions outdoors - day and night hours. Operating Electrical system - Transmission, Substation and Distribution Switching. Writing Switching Orders. Basic understanding of electrical Distribution Systems. Troubleshooting.

Job Requirements

• Experience as a Journeyman Lineman with a minimum of 5 years' experience in the electric utility industry and 3 years of Journeyman Lineman experience working with voltages above 600 volts.
• Overhead distribution experience (up to 25Kv) required.
• Underground distribution experience (up to 25Kv) preferred.
• Previous experience working on the Georgia Power system highly preferred.
• Leadership experience preferred.
• Must demonstrate skills, knowledge, and ability by successfully completing the company's pre-employment New Journeyman Evaluation.
• Familiar with work involving energized conductors required.
• Construction and maintenance line work is desirable.
• Familiar with heavy equipment directly related to line work skill sets.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Basic mechanical aptitude.
• Knowledge of hand tools.
• Experience using hydraulic and battery tools.
• Previous experience with material handling bucket trucks.
• Knowledge of when and how to apply proper cover-up in energized situations.
• Proficient climber up to 60 feet.
• Knowledge of circuit protection.
• Able to take instructions, directions and translate into actions.
• Familiar with industry standard safe work practices.

Other Requirements

• Must be available for scheduled or emergency call out which could include evenings, weekends and holidays.
• Must be available to travel outside of the state for storm restoration as needed.
• Currently holds a valid driver's license and "Class A" CDL is required.
• Current weight limit of 270 lbs. fully clothed (includes hard hat and work boots) due to weight-restricted aerial devices required.
• Customer oriented, team player, willing to learn new skills, motivated, resourceful, excellent driving skills, proactive, performs work following safety standards and procedures.
• Candidates are responsible for all expenses related to traveling for testing, interview(s), etc. related to pre-employment requirements.
• A thorough background check and DOT drug screen will be conducted prior to employment (after a job offer is extended).
• Required This position has been identified as a role that will require the use of a Georgia Power fleet vehicle.

Pay

The starting salary for a Lineman is $53.52/hr or $9277/mo. (non-negotiable and level of experience does not apply) and this pay is governed by this agreement which includes an increase every six months assuming satisfactory performance, until you max out in your job classification and a negotiated general increase every July.

Schedule

Full time

Benefits

Additional and specific details about total compensation and benefits will also be provided during the hiring process.