Foreman

Pennline; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A utility services provider is looking for an experienced Lead Lineman in Roanoke, VA. Candidates should have at least 5 years of lineman experience and must possess strong leadership skills. The role involves directing others safely, ensuring effective team performance during storm restoration, and performing various physical tasks including climbing and lifting. A CDL with a Standard Endorsement is preferred. The company is committed to a drug-free workplace and values diversity in its hiring practices.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years Lineman experience.
• Ability to lift in excess of 50 lbs.
• Maintain a CDL with a Standard Endorsement.

Responsibilities

• Direct others in the safe completion of work.
• Lead a crew to meet goals and budgets.
• Travel to work site as required.

Skills

Leadership

Communication Skills

Team Focused

Self-motivated

Customer Focused

Education

Lineman School

Wood Pole Climbing Certificate

OSHA 10 Card

Tools

Aerial Bucket

Track Digger

Track Bucket

Wire Stringing Equipment

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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