Powerline Lineman

Description

The Powerline Lineman is responsible for constructing, repairing, and maintaining overhead and underground Electrical Distribution Systems (EDS). The Lineman regularly works on poles and/or steel towers while operating aerial utility equipment. The candidate will possess considerable experience and depth in constructing, troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining medium voltage electrical distribution systems and associated utility equipment.

• Install, remove, transfer, maintain and/or repair cross arms, pins, insulators, guys, transformer and switch racks and other overhead pole equipment using a variety of hand tools, equipment, and power tools
• Install and/or remove transformers, cut-outs, disconnecting switches, circuit breakers and other overhead line devices, and work with crew to raise or lower EDS equipment
• Perform emergency repairs; perform load checks to balance feeders
• Inspect lines, poles, and equipment for signs of damage or wear and report all preventive maintenance
• Transport poles, dig holes, anchor poles and other operations involved in the setting or demolition of poles; may erect steel towers
• Troubleshoot EDS problems on company and customer equipment
• Conduct jobs in accordance with current codes and site‑specific procedures while following applicable safety procedures
• Ensure all medium voltage equipment and PPE are in proper working order and tested/certified to meet or exceed OSHA requirements
• Utilize a working knowledge of BLS Electrical medium voltage safety and grounding manuals
• Communicate with other crew members to maintain satisfactory work site safety and project site‑specific conditions
• Mentor apprentices from beginning to end of assignment to ensure quality work and facilitate learning
• Ensure all resources are available for apprentices to progress satisfactorily in their apprenticeships
• Take an active role in apprentice on‑the‑job training
• Increase job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities, reading technical and regulation publications, as applicable
• Perform duties as assigned

• Preventive and corrective maintenance for distribution systems up to 34.5 kV
• Pole & pad mount transformer knowledge
• Substations, reclosers, capacitors and secondary distribution knowledge
• Ability to work on energized systems safely with or without supervision
• Will work under the direction of a Line Crew Foreman but have the knowledge and ability to lead the crew if the foreman is not present
• Minimum 4 years bucket experience with a Class A or B CDL license

• Preventive and corrective maintenance for distribution systems up to 34.5 kV
• Pole & pad mount transformer knowledge
• Substations, reclosers, capacitors and secondary distribution knowledge
• Ability to work on energized systems safely with direct supervision only
• Will work under the direction of a Line Crew Foreman
• Minimum 2 years bucket experience with a Class A or B CDL license

• Preventive and corrective maintenance for distribution systems up to 34.5 kV
• Pole & pad mount transformer knowledge
• Substations, reclosers, capacitors and secondary distribution knowledge
• Ability to work on de‑energized systems safely with direct supervision only
• Will work under the direction of a Line Crew Foreman
• Minimum 1 year bucket experience with a Class A or B CDL license

• High School Diploma/GED or higher level and accredited lineman schooling
• Experience in the high voltage industry
• Valid Class A or B Commercial Driver's License
• Able to communicate effectively (reading, writing, speaking) in the English language

• Able to provide your own hand tools
• Able to read blueprints
• Possess a safe driving record
• Able to obtain a DOT medical card and keep it current throughout employment
• Competent documentation skills

Both mental and physical labor are a part of this craft. Working conditions could be indoor or outdoor and the job may be subject to extreme weather conditions. Some light to moderate travel is possible.

Salary

Description:

$30-$55