Underground A & B Lineman

About The Role

This role is pivotal to our business and plays a vital part in ensuring the reliability and resilience of the nation's power grid. Under the direction of the Foreman, the Apprentice Lineman must safely install, troubleshoot, repair and remove overhead/underground distribution power lines, set/stand poles, and install lighting within the scope of his/her training. The Apprentice Lineman must safely operate various equipment including but not limited to, bucket trucks, digger derrick, pickup trucks, excavation and track equipment.

Key Responsibilities

• Use apprentice level knowledge of electrical line work to safely construct and maintain electric distribution lines.
• Climbs poles of all types and performs jobs, depending on experience level, off the poles, including changing out of arms, transformers and conductors.
• Utilize general knowledge of working around energized lines/equipment and progress to more specific knowledge in order to construct, maintain and repair electrical systems both de-energized and energized lines.
• Provides assistance, tools, material and supplies to upper class lineman.
• Possess own basic hand tools.
• Prepare the equipment and worksite for effective completion of assignments. Demonstrate the ability to assist ground crew operations as directed.
• Drives and operates necessary equipment to frame and set poles, lay wire, connect and disconnect services.
• Responds to power outages and customer problems and trouble shoots to restore power.

Key Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years' Experience
• Proficient in troubleshooting primary and secondary systems, demonstrating the ability to identify, diagnose, and resolve technical issues efficiently.
• Skilled in splicing operations, including setup, execution, and quality assurance of splicing tasks.
• Experienced in switching procedures, ensuring safe, accurate, and timely switching operations.
• Experienced in building risers, including installation, routing, and securing of riser cables in accordance with safety and construction standards.
• Capable of performing moderate overhead work, demonstrating proper safety practices and physical ability to complete tasks at elevated heights.
• Must be able to read and understand technical information, manuals, policies, procedures, work orders, blueprints, and diagrams.
• Must be able to deal with emergency situations, hazardous conditions, multiple priorities, frequent interruptions, and time constraints.
• Must be able to understand and use the English language, both oral and written, to communicate information, instructions, and ideas to other personnel.
• Must be dependable and trustworthy.
• Train for Lineman responsibilities.

Key Nice-To-Haves

• Lineman Certification.
• OSHA 10/30-Hour Certification.
• Graduate degree in Electrical Engineering.
• CPR/First Aid Certification.
• CDL Class A License.
• NCCER Certification.

Key Info

United Utility is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We encourage candidates of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities to apply. Your unique perspective and skills are valued assets that can help us power a brighter future for all. Join us in our mission to keep America's lights on and communities thriving!

Contact Information

Email: HRSC@unitedutility.com