Line Mechanic C-A - Lima

About the role

Perform work involved with the installation, rearrangement, maintenance, operation, removal, and inspection of electrical transmission and distribution facilities, drive and operate line trucks and associated auxiliary equipment. All job duties apply to overhead and underground equipment and facilities. The Line Mechanic C builds upon the skills, abilities and knowledge learned as a Line Mechanic D (or equivalent). This is an Evergreen Requisition established to identify and engage qualified candidates for future Line Mechanic C‑A opportunities; candidates who meet the qualifications may be considered for current and future vacancies as they become available throughout the service territory.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, install, maintain, remove and competently inspect overhead and underground facilities including conductors, cables, transformers, fixtures, structures and associated equipment under immediate or general supervision as skill level dictates.
• After completion of C‑100 (or equivalent), perform work on conductors and equipment energized up to 260 V under general supervision; assist with work on secondary voltages up to 600 V under immediate supervision of higher classification.
• After completion of C‑200 (or equivalent), work on conductors and equipment energized up to 600 V under general supervision; use volt meters, amp meters, ground meggers, continuity testers and other electrical test equipment for voltages up to 600 V; may cover up stationary tied‑in primary conductors under direct supervision.
• After completion of C‑300 (or equivalent), may cover up, transfer or move primary conductors and equipment under direct supervision as skill level dictates.
• After completion of C‑400 (or equivalent), perform the same duties as outlined in the B classification during the first twelve months, including assisting with work on energized lines, replacing fuses, and operating switching and sectionalizing devices under general supervision.
• Build and erect equipment mountings (regulator and transformer platforms) and overhead transformer installations.
• Conduct proper tagging procedures while performing switching of energized circuits.
• Perform inspection and trouble‑shooting of lines.
• Perform similar or less skilled work as assigned.
• Direct the work of employees assigned to assist.
• Complete Monthly Apprentice Cards and submit to local supervision for review.

Requirements

• Education: High school diploma or GED.
• Experience: Minimum of one year distribution electrical power line work experience, OR one year of related line experience defined as: successful completion of a one‑year electrical power line school certificate plus a minimum of 16 weeks internship or distribution electrical power line experience, or an Associate degree from an electrical power line school which includes a minimum of 16 weeks internship or distribution electrical power line experience.
• Must have performed the duties of and possess all qualifications of Line Mechanic D or equivalent.
• Must have the ability and desire to acquire the knowledge and skills necessary to perform the duties of Line Mechanic