Appalachian State University: Power Line Tech II

ElectriCities of NC; New Light (NC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

ElectriCities of NC is seeking a skilled Electric Distribution Lineworker in New Light, North Carolina. The role involves construction, maintenance, and repair of high voltage underground and overhead lines, requiring knowledge of safety techniques and electrical equipment. Candidates must be a high school graduate with relevant credentials from an Electrical Utility Lineman School Program and possess at least 4 years of experience in the field. A CDL Class B license is necessary. Join us to support essential infrastructure in your community.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of construction, maintenance, and repair of high-voltage lines.
• Ability to operate University owned vehicles and possess a valid driver's license.
• Demonstrates journeyman level skills and knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Construct and maintain high voltage underground and overhead electric distribution lines.
• Install and maintain NRLP’s fiber optic network cables.
• Assist less experienced lineworkers with repairs.

Skills

High voltage line maintenance

Electrical equipment handling

Schematic interpretation

Safety techniques

Heavy lifting

Education

High school diploma

Credentials from an Electrical Utility Lineman School Program

Tools

Climbing gear

Excavators

Bucket/digger trucks

Job description

Overview

Job Summary: Work in this class involves the construction, maintenance, and repair of high voltage underground and overhead primary and secondary electric distribution lines. Install and maintain New River Light & Power’s fiber optic network.

Primary Responsibilities

• This position is responsible for working with live high voltage conductors, maintenance of electrical equipment, installation of underground power lines, and the repair of overhead lines and poles.
• Will install and maintain NRLP’s fiber optic network cables.
• Climbing, hand work, digging, heavy lifting, and all weather work is required.
• This position must be able to train and assist less experienced “B” lineworkers with the proper repair of live high and low voltage lines.
• This position must be familiar in the use of various powered equipment and safety techniques including; climbing gear, bucket/digger trucks, excavators, high voltage gloves, and hoses.

Job Requirements

• Knowledge, skills, and abilities that involve the construction, maintenance, and repair of high-voltage underground and overhead primary and secondary electric distribution lines.
• Applies thorough knowledge of all applicable codes and methods of installation and repair.
• Read and interpret schematics drawing and recommend corrective actions.
• Must have the ability to operate University owned vehicles and valid driver’s license.
• Demonstrates journeyman level skills and knowledge, with ability to complete both physical and technical duties.
• Must live or relocate to within approximately 20 minute commute of Boone within 90 days of hire.
• High school graduate.
• Credentials from an Electrical Utility Lineman School Program and 4 years of electrical Lineworker related work experience or 5 years of electrical Lineworker related work experience.
• Holds DoL journeyman credentials.
• Holds CDL Class B license.