Line Troubleman - UP-2202 - PA Operations - Altoona

Job Opportunity

We are a forward-thinking electric utility powered by a diverse team of employees committed to making customers' lives brighter, the environment better and our communities stronger.

First Energy is dedicated to integrity, safety, reliability and operational excellence. Headquartered in Akron, Ohio, First Energy includes one of the nation's largest investor-owned electric systems, more than 24,000 miles of transmission lines that connect the Midwest and Mid-Atlantic regions, and a regulated generating fleet with a total capacity of more than 3,500 megawatts.

This is an open position with Penelec, a subsidiary of First Energy Corp. This posting is for two (2) Trouble man Shifts, based out of the Altoona, PA location. These positions will work Wednesday - Saturday, 4:00PM - 2:00AM.

• Engages in any work of construction, maintenance and repair of transmission and distribution lines.
• Demonstrates a solid commitment to all aspects of safety.
• Installing and removing poles, installing and changing insulator assemblies, stringing, splicing and tying in conductors.
• Performing various operations such as transferring circuit loads by making cuts and taps.
• Making cutovers from old poles and equipment to new or temporary installations.
• Locating faults on open or grounded street light circuits.
• Demonstrates sound internal and external customer service.
• Inspecting poles, lines and co-worker's equipment.
• Assisting with the directing and training of less experienced employees

• Journeyman Lineworker with at least 5 years of hands-on experience with electric utility or a utility lines construction contractor.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Works safely following safety rules and regulations.
• Ability to safely operate motor vehicles.
• Skills in pole climbing in distribution and transmission, installing and removing poles, towers, structures, installing and changing transformers.
• Thorough knowledge of principles and operation of transmission and distribution systems.
• Advanced knowledge in elements of applied electricity including AC and DC circuits.
• Questioning attitude to learn, produce results and develop relationships.
• Understanding the practices and procedures for clearing and grounding lines and the equipment for the protection of the public, personnel and property.
• Knowledge of the mechanical and dielectric characteristics and properties of the materials used in making cables and cable joints.
• Understanding the practices, principles of operation and the proper application of equipment as prescribed by the company for safety, first aid and rescue.
• Basic understanding of National Electric Code and NESC.
• Ability to interpret complex prints and specifications.
• Ability to perform heavy physical work indoors and outdoors in all seasons.
• Prepare legible and accurate reports using paper documents and mobile computer.
• Valid CDL Operator's License, Class A, for the state of Pennsylvania.
• Reside within a 45-minute travel time of the service center location.
• Successfully pass written and hands on tests and submit to our pre-employment physical and substance screenings.
• Pass a background investigation, which will include a driver's abstract from Pennsylvania Department of Motor Vehicles.

At First Energy, employees are key to our success. We depend on their talents to meet the challenges of our changing business environment. We are committed to rewarding individual and team efforts through our total rewards philosophy which includes competitive pay plus incentive compensation, a company-sponsored pension plan, 401(k) savings plan with matching employer contribution, a choice of medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, and life insurance programs, as well as skills development training with tuition reimbursement.

First Energy proudly supports workforce diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with a disability. No recruiters or agencies without a previously signed contract. Unable to sponsor or transfer H-1B visas at this time.

Safety is a core value for First Energy and is essential to all of our business activities. We ensure employees have the tools, information, and processes to perform their duties in a manner that assures safety for themselves, their co-workers, our customers and the public. Our goals are to provide a safe work environment, to maintain an accident-free, injury-free workplace, and to promote and maintain public safety.

To meet these goals, we dedicate ourselves to achieving world-class safety standards.

Position Classification:
Bargaining Unit