FGA Power Lineman

Doyon, Limited; Alaska; On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Doyon Utilities in Fort Greely, Alaska, is seeking a Journeyman Lineman to install, maintain and repair electrical distribution facilities for the U.S. Military base. You will climb poles, operate bucket trucks and respond to outages with safety-first practices.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma, Alaska Journeyman Lineman Certificate of Fitness, and a Class B CDL, with the ability to work outdoors in extreme conditions and follow DoD security directives.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Journeyman Lineman Certificate of Fitness from Alaska upon hire.
• Class B CDL License issued by Alaska upon hire.
• Ability to analyze electrical systems to determine safe outage responses.
• Knowledge of airfield lighting, street lighting and traffic lighting.

Responsibilities

• Climbs poles or uses a bucket truck to install or repair wires and hardware.
• Install and repair underground facilities such as cable, transformers and pedestals.
• Operate switches, grounding devices and protective equipment for safe energizing.
• Maintain base utility systems including substations and distribution lines.
• Serve as first responder for outages and reestablish service promptly.
• Perform inspections and testing of electrical equipment and meters.
• Comply with safety programs and DoD installation requirements.

Skills

Pole climbing

High voltage distribution

Safety compliance

Teamwork

Manual dexterity

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Journeyman Lineman Certificate of Fitness from State of Alaska

Class B CDL License issued by State of Alaska

Job description

Overview

Doyon Utilities provides excellent career opportunities for motivated individuals. As the primary utility provider for the U.S. Military in Alaska, we offer stability and opportunity even in uncertain times. If you want to be a part of a work family that values professionalism, dedication, collaboration and innovation, we're the right company for you.

Assist in the installation, rearrangement, maintenance, operation, removal and inspection of electrical distribution facilities, including substations and services. Drive and operate line trucks and associated auxiliary equipment. Serve as a member of a line crew responsible for maintenance and repair of both overhead and underground electrical distribution systems. Provide standby electrical coverage within published response times as required by the Doyon Utilities privatization contract to ensure response to electrical outages at the installation where employed. Employee must maintain a Class B commercial driver's license and a Journeyman Lineman Certificate of Fitness issued by the State of Alaska.

Location: This is an in-person position located in Fort Greely, Alaska.

Starting Wage: Union Scale

What you will do

• Climbs poles or uses a bucket truck to install or repair wires, arms, insulators, or other hardware on poles.
• Install and repair underground facilities such as cable, transformers, potheads and pedestals.
• Install pole hardware and such auxiliary equipment as transformers, lightning arresters, switches, fuses and insulators using hand tools and mechanical devices.
• Opens and closes switches and installs grounding devices to lines and equipment.
• Use insulated poles (hot sticks) to facilitate safe handling of high voltage lines without interrupting service, install protective grounds and cover-up. Operate hot sticks fitted with mechanically or hydraulically operated grasping and crimping tools to perform energized line work up to 35 KV. Use personal protective equipment such as rubber gloves and cover-up.
• Maintain electrical components for base wide utility system including substations, transfer switches, transformers, street lighting systems, airfield lighting systems and distribution lines using scheduled work orders and planned maintenance system.
• Serve as first responder for electrical outages, assess cause and develop a response/repair course of action to reestablish electrical service.
• Perform technical inspections on electrical equipment and maintain assigned equipment in safe and operable condition.
• Performs inspection and testing of secondary & primary meters to include repair and replacement as required.
• May be required to test and/or maintain emergency and backup generators.
• Learn, adopt, and apply safety programs.

Conditions of Employment

Must pass a pre-employment drug test, random drug test thereafter in accordance with the published policy of Doyon Utilities. Must have a valid driver's license issued by the State of Alaska. Must be eligible to work on a military installation in Alaska. Eligibility to work on a military installation includes compliance with Department of Defense mandates with respect to employee background and health directives.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent Required
• Ability to analyze electrical systems and select a safe course of action to determine causes of power outages. (required proficiency)
• Possess journeyman level of knowledge for High Voltage Electrical/Lineman duties. (required proficiency)
• Must possess knowledge of airfield lighting system, street lighting system and traffic lighting. (required proficiency)
• Must possess ability to climb poles. (required proficiency)
• Must possess a working knowledge of the National Electric Safety Code and OSHA. (required proficiency)
• May be required to perform technical inspections of electrical work accomplished by contractors or in-house personnel. (required proficiency)
• Must be able to work outside in extreme environmental conditions such as cold, wind, snow and rain. (required proficiency)
• Demonstrate ability to operate in a safe, journeyman manner and an ability to work well with other employees. (required proficiency)
• Journeyman Lineman Certificate of Fitness from State of Alaska Upon Hire Required
• Class B CDL License issued by State of Alaska Upon Hire Required

Reasonable Accommodation

Doyon Utilities will provide reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities. Accommodation requests should be made, in writing to the Human Resources Department.

EEO

We are an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics. The EEO Know Your Rights poster is available at Know Your Rights (eeoc.gov) For questions on the job posting contact 907-455-1500.

Physical Demands

The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Standing - Constantly
• Walking - Constantly
• Sitting - Occasionally
• Lifting - Constantly (50 lbs.)
• Carrying - Constantly (50lbs.)
• Pushing - Constantly (50 lbs.)
• Pulling - Constantly (50 lbs.)
• Climbing - Constantly
• Balancing - Constantly
• Stooping - Constantly
• Kneeling - Constantly
• Crouching - Constantly
• Crawling - Frequently
• Reaching - Constantly
• Handling - Constantly
• Grasping - Constantly
• Feeling - Constantly
• Talking - Frequently
• Hearing - Frequently
• Repetitive Motions - Constantly
• Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination - Constantly

Working Conditions

Extreme cold - Occasionally

• Extreme heat - Occasionally
• Humidity - Occasionally
• Wet - Occasionally
• Noise - Frequently
• Hazards - Frequently
• Temperature Change - Occasionally
• Atmospheric Conditions - Occasionally
• Vibration - Frequently

Doyon Utilities is committed to delivering safe and resilient utility services with an emphasis on reliability and efficiency. Our employees are committed professionals in their fields and passionate about what they do and the customers they serve: the United States Military. Inherent in our mission is modernizing facilities; employing best utility practices that reflect leading industry standards; and operating as vigilant stewards of the environment while ensuring the health and safety of our workforce and our customers.

Preference Statement

Doyon Utilities grants a preference to qualified Doyon, Limited shareholders in all phases of employment and training, which include, but are not limited to hiring, promotion, layoff, transfer, and training.