Journeyman Lineman

Job Title

Journeyman Lineman – FLSA:
Hourly/Non-Exempt

Electric – Reports to Electric Director

$41.09

This job description should not be interpreted as all inclusive. It is intended to identify the major responsibilities and requirements of this job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this specification. Any essential function or requirement of this class will be evaluated as necessary should an incumbent/applicant be unable to perform the function or requirement due to a disability as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

Under the general supervision of the Electric Director, General foreman and the crew foreman, and is an experienced, fully trained and certified journeyman lineman performing complex work in the construction, operation, maintenance and repairs of power and lighting distribution systems; restores power, maintains lines and related/associated equipment used in overhead and underground service and substations to provide reliable service. The incumbent exercises independent decision making in accomplishing specific assignments and works under the general supervision of the Crew Chief.

This position works on all aspects of the Claremore electric distribution system and spends much of the time training or instructing apprentice linemen to learn skills, principles and procedures required of apprenticeship training. The foreman is responsible for the safety of everyone on his crew and is responsible for the conduct of everyone on his crew. The incumbent is responsible for the equipment that is provided as well as making sure the jobs are completed in a timely, safe, effective manner.

• Performs complex installation, operation, maintenance and repair of overhead and underground electrical power lines, systems, and associated/related equipment.
• Performs complex construction, operation, maintenance and repair of transmission and substation facilities.
• Completes multiple service calls concerning power outages and electrical problems.
• Operates motorized equipment, uses hand tools and performs routine maintenance on electrical equipment, machinery and tools.
• Uses climber’s belt and tools and climb poles.
• Follows safety guidelines as set forth by OSHA, NESC and APPA.
• Works on all aspects of the electric distribution system.
• Must be willing to periodically perform stand‑by and call‑back duties and be available for call outs during off duty hours.
• Must live within twenty‑five (25) miles of Electric warehouse.
• Provides training both in book/classroom skills and on the job skills.
• Shall stock and service vehicles to be equipped to respond to emergency situations.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

• Knowledge: Complete knowledge of methods, materials and tools used in electrical distribution system maintenance work; complete knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of the trade; complete knowledge of the principles of electrical theory as applied to electrical circuits and wiring systems and ability to apply this knowledge to work situations. Demonstrate the knowledge of proper methods, procedures and safety precautions of line work.
  
  Have the ability to understand and follow complex oral and written instructions; ability to work under varying weather conditions.
• Abilities: Come to work on time, follow directions, be honest and dependable, maintain safe work environment, be cooperative, have a positive attitude, be courteous and considerate team member, manage time effectively, concentrate on work, recognize problems and find solutions, ability to learn proper methods, procedures and safety precautions of line work; ability to understand and follow complex oral and written instructions;
  
  ability to work under varying weather conditions; ability to climb poles with a climber’s belt and hooks and perform strenuous duties in all kinds of conditions and weather; ability to understand and provide oral and written instructions quickly and accurately, and under adverse conditions; must be able to learn to make some…