Foreman

Pennline; Harrisonburg (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A utility services company is seeking experienced linemen to manage crew operations and ensure safety during work duties. Candidates must have a background in lineman tasks, including the ability to perform physical demands such as lifting over 50 lbs and working at heights. The ideal applicant should possess strong communication skills and a CDL. Opportunities exist for storm restoration work, and the company values a diverse workplace, encouraging all qualified candidates to apply.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years lineman experience.
• Must maintain a CDL with a standard endorsement.
• Experience with various heavy equipment.
• Ability to read drawings and blueprints.
• Lead a crew and conduct pre-job briefings.

Responsibilities

• Direct others in the safe completion of work.
• Lead a crew to meet goals and budgets.
• Conduct effective pre-job briefings.
• Ensure equipment and vehicles are maintained and in good condition.
• Coordinate with peers and supervisors to meet goals.

Skills

Communication Skills

Team Focused

Self-motivated

Education

Lineman School (preferred)

Wood Pole Climbing Certificate (preferred)

OSHA 10 Card (or equivalent)

Tools

Wire Stringing Equipment

Track Digger

Aerial Bucket

Job description

Training

• Attended Lineman School (preferred)
• Wood Pole Climbing Certificate (preferred)
• OSHA 1O Card (or equivalent)
• Aerial Bucket
• Track Digger
• Track Bucket
• Wire Stringing Equipment
• Phasing out Conductors

Physical Demands

• Lifting in excess of 50 lbs.
• Climb Wood Poles
• Work heights up to 100’ or more
• Climb Other Structures
• Climb Steel Towers
• Work in Inclement Weather
• Work in high and low temperatures
• Work on secondary conductors
• Work on primary conductors
• Work on Transformer Banks
• Work on Capacitors
• Work Off Ladders
• Work on Regulators
• Work on Reclosers
• Work in Confined Spaces
• Other Duties as Needed

Leadership

• Direct Others in the Safe Completion of Work
• Minimum of 5-years Lineman Experience
• Lead a Crew to Meet Goals and Budgets
• Conducts Effective Pre-job Briefings
• Maintain a CDL with a Standard Endorsement (preferred)
• Obtain and Maintain Required Switching Eligibilities
• Lead Crews on Storm Restoration Efforts
• Respond to Callouts
• Direct Troubleshooting on Primary and Secondary Conductors
• Demonstrate Good Communication Skills
• Follow Directions as Required
• Work Overtime as Required
• Maintains Vehicles/Equipment in Good Working Condition
• Read and Follow Drawing and Blue Prints
• Make One Calls Before Digging
• Do Time, Inspections and Other Reports
• Perform other duties as needed

Travel

• Travel to Work Site
• Maintain a CDL with a Standard Endorsement
• Work Storm Restoration Work as Required
• Stay away from home on extended Storm Restoration efforts

Available Work Schedules

4 X 10’s

5 X 10’s

Communication Skills

• Get along well with other employees
• Customer Focused
• Self-motivated
• Effectively Lead a Crew
• Team Focused

Penn Line Service is a growing company that has been in business since 1940, and based in Scottdale, PA and Morgantown, WV. The Line Division performs work in PA, WV, OH, MD and VA. You can locate more information on our website at www.pennline.com.

We are a Drug Free Workplace.

We encourage minorities and females to apply.

Accessibility: If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process please contact Human Resources at Phone: [phone] ext:151

In compliance with Federal and State equal employment opportunity laws, qualified applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, veteran status, non-job related disability, or any other protected group status.

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