Overhead - A Lineman

Job Summary

Required Qualifications

• •Possession of a valid Class A CDL
• •Existing experience as a construction crew
• •Total commitment to safety and compliance
• •Able to perform rigorous physical labor as required
• •Able to identify primary and secondary voltage on a circuit
• •Proficient in all aspects of energized line work
• •Proficient in understanding and reading blueprints
• •Able to properly sag wire
• •Capable of leading crew in assembly and erection of structures to all heights, in absence of Crew Foreman or with minimal supervision
• •Understands dead ending and sagging operations for all conductors
• •Capable of executing hot line work on conductor systems
• •Proficient at operation of Bucket Truck, Digger Derrick, Backhoe, other
• •Proficient in Pole/Tower Climbing
• •Proficient in all aspects of heavy lifting and rigging
• •Must be familiar with induced voltage
• •Understands grounding procedures
• •Capable of working at heights and/or confined spaces
• •Capable of properly installing and removing PPE and cover up
• •Must be able to climb different types of structures (wood, steel, etc.) and possess the necessary tools to do so
• •Understands how to phase out a line using phasing sticks
• •Understands proper use of phasing sticks
• •Able to identify and locate puller and tensioner setups
• •Able/willing to function within a Team environment and share knowledge with fellow crew members as appropriate
• •Capable of planning safe work based on a job print or work order
• •Understands how to obtain a 'one shot' on a recloser
• •Understands minimum approach distance
• •Understands flag and tag procedures
• •Capable of performing basic bucket rescue/escape
• •Must be able to effectively lead a Job Task Safety Analysis meeting or tailgate briefing
• •Capable of safely installing and removing mechanical jumpers
• •Possess knowledge to properly inspect rubber goods, cover and PPE
• •Able/willing to travel long distances on short notice, when required
• •Able/willing to work for extended periods in various locations, when required
• •Able/willing to work Overtime, when required
• •Must have a HS Diploma or equivalent and CDL (for Apprenticeship Program eligibility after 6 months)
• •Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus
• •Physical exposure to often extreme weather conditions, animals and insects and other outdoor hazards is unavoidable and required
• •The employee is required to sit; frequently climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, bend, crouch or crawl
• •The employee must frequently lift and/or maneuver up to 40 pounds and occasionally lift and/or maneuver up to 75 pounds

Desired Qualifications

• •Preference may be given to candidates who are able to bring along additional qualified candidates to form entire crews

Additional Requirements

• •Candidates must demonstrate commitment to safety
• •Employees must be drug and alcohol-free