Journeyman Electric Lineworker

Journeyman Electric Line Worker

CDE Lightband, the municipal electric and broadband power provider for the City of Clarksville, offers electric, television, internet, and phone service to customers within the city limits. CDE Lightband serves over 80,000 metered homes and businesses with electric service, and over 30,000 customers with broadband services over our Fiber-to-the-Premise Network.

We are looking for a candidate to fill the position of Journeyman on our Electric Line Worker Team. Applicants must have at least 5 years of experience in electric distribution line work.

All Applicants should have the stated experience, including completion of a five-year line worker apprenticeship program approved by the U.S. Department of Labor, Bureau of Apprenticeship and Training, to have received a Journeyman Standing.

Team/Division:
Operations / Electric

Reports To:

Foreman Journeyman / General Foreman

Job Status:
Full-Time

Work Schedule:

Rotating Weekday Shifts - Operating Hours 6am
-5pm

Pay Status:
Hourly

FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt

Pay Grade: LT2 Updated:
December 2017

Job Summary

Highly skilled and trained position, expected to exercise independent judgment and initiative while working under the supervision of the Foreman and General Foreman. Incumbents construct and maintain the overhead and underground electrical service distribution systems. Responsibilities may include the installation, repair, replacement, and inspection of equipment and materials required for the transmission and distribution of electric power. Work performed may need to be done while the system is energized.

Responsibilities also include collaborating with the Foreman to train Apprentice Line Workers, furthering their skills and abilities, and promoting personal development and continuous learning. Employees are also expected to maintain an inventory of standard parts and equipment and keep records of activities as required by policy and procedure. Additionally, they are expected to uphold the highest safety standards as outlined in the American Public Power Association (APPA) Safety Manual and any other applicable safety policies, rules, and regulations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

· Installs, maintains, and repairs electric systems, which may include constructing, installing, removing, and servicing secondary distribution lines both overhead and underground, as well as performing work on energized and de-energized lines. It frequently requires digging when installing poles, anchors, and underground lines.

· Effectively capable of climbing utility poles to perform work when necessary, safely, and meet all safety requirements on an annual basis

· Operates vehicles of various sizes, weights, and descriptions safely and cautiously, following all local, state, and federal rules and regulations, including DOT and Commercial Driver's License requirements.

· Attend regular training as required; participate in any other meetings, training, or other required programs as specified, including all safety meetings, and maintain and follow all safety requirements as outlined by CDE Lightband, APPA, OSHA, TOSHA, and any other local, state, or regulatory agency.

· Monitors and maintains inventory of parts and equipment while working with warehouse personnel to maintain accurate outgoing and incoming connections with assigned work; notifies supervisor when levels are low

· Working with Foreman to respond to and resolve customer complaints, explaining programs, policies, and procedures

· Prepares and maintains various operational reports and paperwork for submission as required, including safety reports, work orders, and other assigned documents.

· Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.

Qualifications

Education: High School Diploma or equivalent (GED)

Experience: Five years of experience in electric distribution line work, including completion of a five-year line worker apprenticeship program approved by the DOL, Bureau of Apprenticeships and Training

Certifications & Licenses: Completed Apprenticeship Training to receive Journeyman Standing Commercial Driver's License, CPR/AED, or ability to obtain upon hire

Other Requirements: An…