Lineman – Winchester

To perform, under strict supervision, diversified work of constructing and repairing electric distribution facilities of all classes and voltage, including energized lines and structures and equipment involved in the distribution of electricity to provide the most economical and reliable service to members while complying with safety policies and procedures.

Reports to: Operations Supervisor & Lead Lineman (as assigned)

Directs: None

• Perform, under strict supervision, diversified work including, but not limited to, the construction, installation, maintenance and removal of electric distribution lines of all classes and voltage, on both energized and de-energized lines
• Perform, under strict supervision, diversified work including, but not limited to, the construction, installation, maintenance and removal of structures and equipment involved in the distribution of electricity, including, but not limited to, transformer banks, regulators, line capacitors and oil circuit reclosers on both energized and de-energized lines
• Responsible for vehicle, tools and other SVEC equipment assigned for their use
• Assist in special projects as necessary

• High school diploma or GED
• 1 year of experience in the construction, operation, maintenance and repair of electric systems or equivalent work experience preferred
• Participation in employment development and powerline training programs
• Participation in job safety and training programs and other sponsored technical workshops and seminars
• Successfully complete certification as a flagman under the certified program for the state of Virginia
• Knowledge of basic electricity and experience with working in an electric utility environment preferred
• Must possess a valid Commercial Driver’s license, Class A
• Must obtain and hold forklift and flagman certification in the state of Virginia

• Must be able to maintain professionalism and control under all circumstances
• Has and maintains a valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record and is able to operate SVEC vehicles
• Must become and remain certified in CPR and first aid. Must also be skilled in the use of safety equipment
• Ability to handle the challenge of operating efficiently under a very flexible schedule due to the number of unanticipated and unplanned requests for services from the various individuals, departments, and outside contacts with whom this position is involved
• Ability to motivate peers toward goal achievement
• Strong verbal, written, analytical and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills
• Must be of high integrity and possess good working habits
• Ability to communicate effectively with fellow associates, public and especially members, during and after hours as first responder
• Must participate in SVEC’s scheduled on-call program
• Must have access to reliable transportation to and from work

• Participation in SVEC job safety and training programs, relevant workshops, seminars and other SVEC-sponsored courses and events
• Must be able to use office equipment including telephone, computer, and other systems and related software in the performance of position responsibilities
• Must be able and available, during any and all types of weather conditions, to work weekends, holidays, evenings and other times outside normal duty hours to assist in service restoration and other emergencies that may arise or when the workload demands
• Must always maintain an operating telephone or personal communication device at their place of residence. Ability to contact the telephone or personal communication device must be made available to SVEC for the purpose of contacting the manager to conduct legitimate routine and/or emergency business
• This position involves primarily outside work and may require occasional lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing 130 pounds or more, and routine lifting of objects weighing up to 50 pounds
• This position also requires routine walking, standing, some pulling, pushing, stooping, kneeling, climbing of poles and structures, and exposure to dirt and water, under all weather…