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Sumter UtilitiesPosted 25 months ago

Overhead Crew - All Positions (Foreman/A, B , C Lineman/Operator/Groundman

On-siteNantahala, North Carolina, United States

Full TimeMedium

Job Summary

Conduct maintenance and construction on electrical distribution projects, including pole setting, wire stringing, and equipment repair. Provide direct supervision and technical guidance to crews, coordinate personnel mobilization, and enforce safety protocols. Operate heavy equipment such as bucket trucks and digger derricks, or perform manual tasks like digging trenches and flagging traffic. Interpret site plans and blueprints to execute tasks while maintaining vehicles and tools in good working order. Travel long distances on short notice and work extended periods or overtime as required.

Required Qualifications

  • HS Diploma or equivalent
  • CDL
  • Class A CDL
  • Valid Class A CDL
  • Active enrollment in SUI apprenticeship program
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Able/willing to travel long distances on short notice
  • Able/willing to work for extended periods in various locations
  • Able/willing to work Overtime
  • Total commitment to safety and compliance
  • Experience with digger derricks, bucket trucks, trenchers, and groundwork with utility crews
  • Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, blueprints and scopes of work
  • Ability to read and interpret site plans, construction drawings, and scopes of work
  • Ability to coordinate & collaborate effectively with multiple levels within company
  • Willing to travel and work away from home
  • Proficient in all aspects of energized line work
  • Proficient in understanding and reading blueprints
  • 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
  • Must be able to climb different types of structures (wood, steel, etc.)
  • Must be able to effectively lead a Job Task Safety Analysis meeting or tailgate briefing
  • Possess knowledge to properly inspect rubber goods, cover and PPE
  • Work safely while performing new construction, maintenance or repair work of energized and de-energized conductors
  • Capable setting poles and anchors according to safety policies and specifications
  • Maintains company vehicles, equipment and tools in good working order
  • Capable of learning distribution voltages on a circuit
  • Capable of learning to understand and read blueprints
  • Capable of obtaining knowledge of wire stringing techniques
  • Capable of learning and understanding how to sag wire from structure or bucket
  • Able to assist with assembly and erect poles to all heights
  • Able to assist in framing and setting most basic line structures
  • Able to assist in framing a de-energized pole structure in the air
  • Able to assist with installing all types of compression connections
  • Capable of working at heights and/or confined spaces
  • Capable of properly installing and removing PPE and cover up
  • Capable of properly inspecting rubber goods, covers and PPE
  • Understand how to tie various lineman knots
  • Capable of making up and using a hand line
  • Understands grounding procedures
  • Understands principles of proper equipment set-up
  • Able to identify different types of materials used in line work
  • Understands minimum approach distance
  • Understands flag and tag procedures
  • Capable of performing basic bucket rescue/escape
  • 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
  • Capable of planning safe work based on a job print or work order
  • Understands how to obtain a 'one shot' on a recloser
  • Capable of safely installing and removing mechanical jumpers
  • Possess basic knowledge of proper techniques for stringing overhead wire
  • Possess working knowledge of proper techniques for setting poles and anchors
  • Proficient in safe operation of heavy equipment such as line/bucket trucks, knuckle cranes, digger derricks, etc.
  • Possess basic knowledge of rigging principles
  • Understand the proper use and maintenance of hand tools
  • Capable of receiving and following directions
  • Possess a basic knowledge of materials used in line work
  • Understands the basic concepts of equipment set up and grounding
  • Able to comprehend, interpret and follow direction from Crew Foreman and senior crew members
  • Able to comprehend and apply training in Safety, First Aid and job/task specific topics
  • Able and willing to perform rigorous physical labor in outdoor weather conditions
  • Demonstrate a professional appearance & attitude in dealings with co-workers, customers, subcontractors and the general public

Desired Qualifications

  • Possession of a valid Class A CDL
  • Ability to work at heights up to and above 60 feet
  • Must be able to communicate effectively, demonstrate & encourage teamwork skills and able to understand, comprehend, and follow directions in the workplace
  • Must have a quality work ethic and be committed to optimal Customer Service
  • Able to identify primary and secondary voltage on a circuit
  • Capable of leading crew in assembly and erection of structures to all heights, in absence of Crew Foreman or with minimal supervision
  • Understand dead ending and sagging operations for all conductors
  • Capable of executing hot line work on conductor systems
  • Possess professional demeanor and interact in positive way with fellow crew members, general public and customer representatives
  • Possess comfort level with using new technologies (mobile devices/apps) and/or show willingness to learn
  • Able to work alone on de-energized lines
  • Capable of properly installing and removing PPE and cover up
  • Capable of performing basic bucket rescue/escape
  • Capable of making up and using a hand line
  • Understands flag and tag procedures
  • Capable of properly inspecting rubber goods, covers and PPE
  • Able to identify different types of materials used in line work
  • Understands minimum approach distance
  • Understands flag and tag procedures
  • Capable of performing basic bucket rescue/escape
  • Possess knowledge to properly inspect rubber goods, cover and PPE
  • Capable of working at heights and/or confined spaces
  • Understands the basic concepts of equipment set up and grounding
  • Capable of working at heights and/or confined spaces
  • Understands minimum approach distance
  • Understands flag and tag procedures
  • Capable of making up and using a hand line
  • Possess knowledge to properly inspect rubber goods, cover and PPE
  • Capable of properly installing and removing PPE and cover up
  • Capable of properly inspecting rubber goods, covers and PPE
  • Must be able to climb different types of structures (wood, steel, etc.) and possess the necessary tools to do so
  • Understand how to tie various lineman knots
  • Capable of making up and using a hand line
  • Understands grounding procedures
  • Understands principles of proper equipment set-up
  • Able to identify different types of materials used in line work
  • Understands minimum approach distance
  • Understands flag and tag procedures
  • Capable of performing basic bucket rescue/escape

Additional Requirements

  • Must be able to climb different types of structures (wood, steel, etc.)
  • Must be able to lift and/or maneuver up to 40 pounds frequently and up to 75 pounds occasionally

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