Groundworker, Apprentice Lineworker, or Lineworker; Non-Certified DOQ

Groundworker, Apprentice Lineworker, or Lineworker (Non-Certified) - (DOQ)

Position Title Groundworker, Apprentice Lineworker, or Lineworker (Non-Certified) - (DOQ)

Position Number

Position Number 256008

FLSA Status

FLSA Status Non-Exempt

Full Time/Part Time

Full Time/Part Time Full Time

Salary $22.21 - $33.59 Hourly (Depending on Qualifications)

Under general supervision, performs semi-skilled work in the construction, maintenance and repair of electrical transmission and distribution systems.
Frist review of applications will be on September 7, 2026.

• Assists in the performance of tasks in the construction, maintenance, and repair of an electrical transmission and distribution system in accordance with standard trade practices.
• Assists the more experienced members of a line crew in the performance of their duties.
• Follows an established routine in detail for each job or work task.
• Aids crew members in placing poles and pulling wires.
• Loads and unloads materials and equipment.
• Responds to trouble calls and restores power promptly.
• Installs power pole hardware & equipment (transformers, switches, fuses, insulators, etc.) with minimal supervision.
• Operates various power and hydraulic tools (drills, crimpers, chainsaws, etc.) and wire tension equipment.
• Checks truck equipment for proper operation; monitors and replenishes vehicle stock.
• Drives and operates vehicles as needed (bucket trucks, digger derrick, backhoe, trenchers, boring equipment, etc.)
• Works shift schedule and call-out duty as needed (including nights, weekends, and holidays).
• Completes other job duties as assigned.

May provide leadership, training, and guidance to less experienced staff.

Knowledge of environmental requirements for construction and maintenance activities. Knowledge of the hazards involved in working around energized lines and equipment with high voltage. Knowledge of equipment, methods, materials, and BPUB Safety Policies and Regulations used in routine maintenance work. Considerable knowledge of the precautions necessary to work safely with and around mechanical and electrical equipment including high voltage equipment and energized lines.

Basic knowledge of National Electric Safety Code (NESC) and local ordinances. Knowledge of traffic flagman work. Knowledge of rigging and lifting procedures. Knowledge of trenching safety and procedures as well the set-up and operation of trenching equipment, boring machines, backhoe, and digger derricks. Skills to perform work under emergency and all-weather conditions. Skills in understanding and following oral and/or written instructions in English.

Computer skills including Microsoft Windows programs. Effective writing and verbal skills in English, bilingual in English and Spanish preferred. Ability to identify overhead and underground tools and materials as required. Ability to do heavy manual labor such as trenching, back filling, and shoveling materials. Ability to climb ladders and work from an elevated place. Ability to handle conflict and uncertain situations.

Ability to establish and maintain effective public relations through frequent contact with internal and external customers. Ability to maintain good standing while enrolled in the BPUB Lineworker Apprentice Program by performing self-study to progressively complete the associated modules/steps of the Groundworker position.

GROUNDWORKER – High School Diploma or GED or U.S. Equivalency report required and two (2) years’ experience in electric utility operations. Enrollment in a Department of Labor Journeyman Lineworker Program is preferred.

APPRENTICE LINEWORKER – High School Diploma or GED or U.S. equivalency report required and two (2) years of experience in utility construction. Successful completion of an Electrical Lineworker Certification Program may substitute for the minimum experience requirement.

LINEWORKER (Non-Certified) – High School Diploma or GED or U.S. Equivalency report required and four (4) years of experience in electric transmission and distribution maintenance and construction.