Lineman 5th Class - Non-union

Lineperson Class B role focused on installing, repairing, and maintaining overhead and underground electrical distribution and transmission systems.

Responsibilities

• Set poles and anchors
• String overhead wire
• Install transformers, lightning arresters, cutouts, cross arms, insulators, switches, and switchgear
• Perform new construction, maintenance, or repair work on energized and de-energized overhead lines while complying with all Safety and Health rules
• Troubleshoot issues with primary and secondary systems
• Replace cutout fuses and clear faulted circuits and systems
• Conduct daily testing and inspection of assigned tools and equipment to maintain safety and efficiency
• Report all injuries, near misses, and other safety and health concerns to the Foreperson
• Perform any other duties related to the installation of overhead power supply or as requested by Supervisors

Requirements

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Knowledge of heavy equipment and ability to problem-solve in unidentified circumstances
• Experience working with energized high-voltage systems requiring a specific skill set
• Able to climb different structures and possess the necessary tools for climbing
• Must be able to identify, operate, and service all required tools and equipment (e.g., bucket truck, digger derrick truck, tensioners, puller, rollers, hand tamp, chain saw, concrete saw, shovel)
• Minimum 5+ years of experience in the electrical power line construction industry
• Ability to provide proof of work experience, schooling, and certifications
• Valid driver’s license required; willingness to obtain a CDL within 90 days of employment preferred
• Willing to travel out of state for emergency storm work

Physical Requirements

• Occasional (up to 33%): Sitting, kneeling, crawling
• Frequent (up to 66%): Stooping, squatting, body twisting, manual dexterity, reading, climbing ladders, climbing on/off trucks, climbing poles, gripping, climbing stairs
• Continuous (up to 100%): Standing, walking, sense of touch, speaking clearly, seeing distant, seeing, reaching, range of motion, hearing-speech range, depth perception, color vision, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, lifting over 10 lbs. to 50 lbs., balancing, lifting up to 10 lbs., lifting up to 50 lbs.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Matching 401(k) plan
• Paid holidays and vacation
• FR clothing provided
• Employee payroll deduction program

Pay

Competitive hourly rate.