Lineman

PAE Government Services Inc.; Remote; SGD 77,000 - 103,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading support services company is seeking experienced Linemen for a seasonal contract to support the National Science Foundation's Antarctic program. Responsibilities include installing and maintaining electrical systems under extreme conditions. Ideal candidates should have a high school diploma, journeyman lineman license, and at least four years of relevant experience. This position requires working outdoors in challenging environments, including Antarctica.

Qualifications

• Minimum four years of experience in all phases of the lineman trade including wiring and power distribution.
• Extensive knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions in electrical trade.
• Ability to read and interpret design drawings and maintenance manuals.

Responsibilities

• Perform hands-on installation and maintenance of overhead electrical lines.
• Respond to emergency service calls during and outside normal working hours.
• Prepare and document safety analysis related to work activities.

Skills

Experience working with 4160 volt systems or higher

Knowledge of National Electrical Safety Code (NESC)

Proficient in risk assessment and PPE usage

Good organizational and planning skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

Current journeyman lineman license or proof of apprenticeship

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Seasonal Contract posit i on supporting the National Science Foundation managed United States Antarctic Program as part of the Antarctic Support Contract (ASC). Linemen will perform electrical distribution maintenance or construction work, or any combination thereof, under the supervision of the Lineman Foreman. Tasking is based ASC schedule requirements.

Position Responsibilities (not all inclusive) :

Perform hands-on installation of branch circuits, power distribution wiring, electrical equipment, fixtures, and conduit in compliance with the National Electrical Safety Code (NESC) and National Electric Code (NEC)

Perform hands-on installation and maintenance of overhead electrical lines in accordance with applicable codes, working with voltages up to 4160 volts

Perform hands-on diagnosis, repair, and scheduled Preventative Maintenance on existing systems, equipment, fixtures, and infrastructure

Timely response to emergency service calls during and outside of normal working hours

Maintain accurate and thorough documentation of hours worked, tasking performed, materials used, and processes involved

Advise immediate Supervisor of job progress and material/labor requirements

Work directly with other departments to plan and complete tasking

Prepare and document work plans, job hazard analysis, job safety analysis, code required forms, checklists, and internal procedural documents as required

Perform tasking outdoors in environmentally challenging conditions including wind and extreme cold weather

Routinely utilize independent judgment and discretion to identify potential issues and solve problems

Proactively identify any unsafe conditions, hazards, or Code violations and communicate them effectively

Work directly with other departments to plan and complete tasking

Learn and effectively utilize computer-based labor, material, and maintenance tracking applications

Follow established Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), suggest revisions as needed, and create SOPs as directed

Perform tasking outdoors in environmentally challenging conditions including wind and extreme cold weather

Proactively identify any unsafe conditions, hazards, or Code violations and communicate them effectively

Comply with all ASC Environmental, Safety and Health (ESH), Waste Management and Quality Assurance requirements

Participate in Work Center Safety Program and ASC safety objectives

Perform other duties as required

Required Education, Experience, Certificates and Licenses :

High School diploma or GED

Current journeyman lineman license, completion of an apprenticeship program, or proof of holding a journeyman lineman union card

Minimum four years of experience in all phases of the lineman trade including rough wiring, power distribution wiring, installation and maintenance of power distribution systems, installation of conduit, and wiring of electrical equipment

Expected Skills and Competencies:

Experience working with 4160 volt systems or higher

Thorough knowledge of the National Electrical Safety Code (NESC) and the principles of electricity

Understanding of National Electrical Code Grounding and Bonding requirements

Possess the competencies, willingness and ability to perform the duties of position

Skilled in ability to read and interpret design drawings, specifications, diagrams, maintenance manuals and manufacturer’s troubleshooting guides to accomplish tasking

Experienced developing written work plans, job hazard analysis, and job safety analysis related to the work activities under a permit to work system

Thorough knowledge of the principles of electricity and the current National Electrical Code

Possess prior computer experience and be able and willing to learn and effectively utilize computer-based labor, inventory, and maintenance tracking applications

Extremely knowledgeable regarding occupational hazards of the electrical trade and related safety precautions

Experienced in maintenance of commercial, government, industrial, and/or institutional facilities

Proficient in LOTO procedures for various tasking

Proficient in confined space safety protocols

Proficient in electrical safety procedures (NFPA 70E and OSHA)

Proficient in risk assessment and determination of PPE appropriate to specific tasking

Knowledgeable of limits of PPE and proper maintenance of PPE

Familiar with fall protection and respirator use

Competent analyzing situations and making technical and safety decisions based on specifications and applicable codes and manufacturer guidelines

Solid decision-making ability and sound judgment to safely and effectively solve problems

Good organizational and planning skills

Preferred:

Experience working in a commercial or industrial environment

Valid Commercial Driver’s License

Experience with Microsoft Office Suite

Physical and/or Other Requirements :

Willingness and ability to deploy to Antarctica for extended periods

Successful completion of Medical and Dental examinations required by the NSF for deployment to Antarctica

Successful completion of drug screening and background check required by employer

Successful completion of Federal Background Check required by the NSF

Must be willing and able to lift and move items, parts, assemblies, and equipment up to the safety regulation maximum as required by the position.

Must be willing and able to perform physical activities including heavy lifting, climbing in and out of equipment, crawling, and working outdoors in extreme cold as required by the position.

Must participate in community programs, such as “house-mouse” (chores), “daisy-picking” (cleaning-up around the station), recycling efforts & safety objectives .

Valid Driver’s License issued in the United States

Must be able to obtain and maintain facility credentials/authorization. Note: US Citizenship is required for facility credentials/authorization at this work location.

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