Electric Line Worker (00603) (Groundman, 3rd, 2nd, or 1st Class)

City of New Bern; New Bern (NC); On-site; USD 58,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

City of New Bern seeks skilled Electric Line Worker to assist in construction, maintenance and repair of electric transmission and distribution lines. Work involves climbing poles, operating line trucks and performing live work on circuits.

Positions require completion of Powerline Technician levels and CPR/first aid; valid NC CDL is required. Candidates should be able to work in adverse weather and respond to emergencies as part of standby rotations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and extensive experience as Electric Groundworker or Power Line Technician I.
• Possession of Powerline Technician Level I, II and III certifications.
• First aid and CPR certifications are required.

Responsibilities

• Climbs wooden poles and works from heights.
• Performs live work on secondary circuits.
• Installs and repairs underground cable.
• Operates line truck and related equipment.
• Responds to emergency calls under adverse weather conditions.
• Works standby on rotation basis.

Skills

Pole climbing

Live work

Underground cabling

Transformer installation/repair

Equipment operation

Emergency response

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Powerline Technician Level I/II/III certifications

Job description

Depending upon experience and level of training performs skilled work assisting in the construction, maintenance and repair of electric transmission and distribution lines; does related work as required. Works in all aspects of electric utility system.

Electric Line Worker 1st Class - $58,260 - $94,818

Electric Line Worker 2nd Class - $52,844 - $86,003

Electric Line Worker 3rd Class - $45,648 - $74,293

Electric Groundworker - $39,433 - $64,177

Essential Functions/Typical Tasks

Installing, maintaining, and repairing low voltage power lines and related distribution system facilities.

(The following tasks are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.)

• Climbs wooden poles and works from heights.
• Performs live work on secondary circuits.
• Helps perform installation, maintenance, and repair work on power lines.
• Installs and repairs underground cable.
• Operates line truck, auger, bucket truck, trenchers, and backhoes.
• Hangs and removes transformers and wires up secondaries; hangs capacitors.
• Installs, repairs, and replaces cross arms, leg supports, cable, insulator, and lightning arrestors.
• Performs required line work on de-energized high voltage circuits.
• Installs low voltage underground and overhead services.
• Assists in the installation of new and replacement poles.
• Installs, repairs, and maintains streetlights.
• Responds to emergency calls and assists with a variety of problems under adverse weather conditions.
• Works standby on rotation basis and during emergencies.
• Performs related tasks as required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

General knowledge of electric line construction, maintenance and repair and the safety hazards encountered; ability to set poles, string wire and do related work; ability to perform work in accordance with standard methods and procedures; ability to follow oral directions; ability to observe safety rules and regulations; strength to perform manual work and physical stamina to withstand working under adverse weather conditions; ability to climb poles and work off climbing hooks; skill in the operation of a variety of line maintenance equipment; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates and the general public.

Requirements

Education and Experience

Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school and extensive experience as an Electric Groundworker or Power Line Technician I.

• Electric Line Worker 1st class - Possession of Powerline Technician Level I, II and III, first aid and CPR certifications.
• Electric Line Worker 2nd Class - Possession of Powerline Technician Level I and II, first aid and CPR certifications.
• Electric Line Worker 3rd Class - Possession of Powerline Technician Level I, first aid and CPR certifications.

Special Requirements

Possession of an appropriate commercial driver's license valid in the State of North Carolina. Possession of Powerline Technician Level I, first aid and CPR certifications.

The City of New Bern is an Equal Opportunity Employer.