Lineman

A commitment to safety, providing reliable utility services, protecting public health and providing excellent customer service are the responsibilities of all job positions at Decatur Utilities. We believe that teamwork, open communication, honesty, integrity, fairness, diversity and respect for each other are essential traits to perform all job duties.

• Constructs and repairs overhead and underground distribution lines.
• Installs and repairs service lines for residential, commercial, and industrial customers according to applicable National Electric Safety Code (NESC) and electric construction standards.
• Installs and repairs transformers.
• Constructs and repairs 46kv sub-transmission lines.
• Performs energized line work on 17 kv and below.
• Operates and maintains specialized line construction and rigging equipment.
• Uses specialized test equipment, such as voltmeters, ammeters, phasing meters and ohmmeters.
• Reads and interprets blueprints, drawings and work orders.
• Reads and interprets traffic control manuals referenced by Decatur Utilities.
• Provides training and assistance to Apprentice Linemen and Crewmen to develop skills associated with line work with emphasis on safety and quality workmanship.
• Communicates with customers and investigates trouble calls.
• Assesses work situations to ensure that all safety policies and procedures are followed.
• May occasionally be assigned lead responsibilities in absence of lead lineman.

This job has no supervisory responsibilities. May provide general scheduling and work direction in the absence of Lead Lineman and training assistance to Lineman Apprentices.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

High School diploma or GED. Minimum 6-8 years related work experience in electric utility (4 years as Lineman Apprentice).

Ability to read, interpret, comprehend and follow documents such as safety rules, National Electric Code, National Electric Safety Code, operating and maintenance instructions, drawings and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to interact and effectively communicate with customers, co-workers, supervisors.

Ability to use Microsoft Office Suite (Microsoft Outlook, Word & Excel) as required to perform job tasks. This includes using software applications for email and online training modules and using Internet Explorer to navigate online Employee Self Serve webpage for personal payroll, benefit and employee information.

Ability to solve high school level mathematical problems using mathematical concepts such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, percentages, units of length, volume, weight measurement and distance and apply to practical business situations. Ability to use and apply basic electric formulas.

Ability to apply substantial judgment and analytic ability, such as performing somewhat complex calculations, following detailed instructions, solving moderate problems or performing specialized repairs; ability to set-up, operate and maintain specialized equipment; ability to comprehend and practice National Electric Safety Codes and other applicable standards.

Regularly required to stoop, bend, kneel, and stand for extended periods of time; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb ladders and…