High Voltage Sr. Journeyperson

trimgroup; Kennett Square (Chester County); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Medical Insurance

401k Retirement Program with Company Match

Paid Holidays

Vacation/Sick Leave

Job summary

Tri-M Group, LLC, located in Kennett Square, seeks skilled candidates for installation and maintenance of electrical systems. You will work under supervision ensuring compliance with safety regulations while carrying out various tasks necessary for project completion.

Ideal applicants should have prior experience in the electrical trade and hold a high school diploma or equivalent. Benefits include competitive pay, comprehensive insurance, and a retirement program with company match.

Qualifications

• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.
• Valid CDL or in process of obtaining.
• Reliable transportation to and from work.

Responsibilities

• Install and maintain various electrical systems.
• Read and interpret construction drawings.
• Conduct training of apprentices and maintain equipment.

Skills

High school diploma

Completion of a state-approved apprenticeship program

Minimum of four years' experience in the electrical trade

Ability to operate bucket truck

Ability to calculate voltage drop and conductor derating

Understanding of basic troubleshooting techniques

Education

High School Diploma

State-approved apprenticeship completion

Tools

Commercial Driver’s License-Class A (CDL)

Electrical meters

Heavy equipment

Job description

Job Requirements

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future employer-sponsored work authorization.

Summary Description

Under the supervision of a Superintendent or 1st Class Line Foreperson and 1st Class Lineman, performs various tasks related to the layout and installation of various commercial and industrial electrical systems.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Complies with and ensures compliance with all Tri-M safety policies and procedures.
• Complies with and ensures compliance with all Tri-M employment policies and procedures including standards of conduct and appearance to reflect positively on the Company.
• Reads and interprets construction drawings (i.e., electrical, mechanical, architectural, etc.).
• Performs layout of assigned tasks.
• Terminates 5 KV cable and up with cold shrink kits (Perform hand splice with supervision).
• Installs various outdoor lighting systems.
• Installs underground duct bank systems.
• Installs outdoor transformers and capacitors with supervision.
• Installs medium voltage cable and terminates it properly.
• Troubleshoots electrical problems utilizing appropriate test equipment with supervision.
• Assures compliance with National Electrical Code and High Voltage Electrical Safety.
• Conducts appropriate on‑the‑job training of apprentices.
• Safeguards and maintains tri‑M equipment, tools and vehicles.
• Assures that quality and productivity meet Company and customer standards.
• Keeps up to date of new techniques and developments in the electrical construction trade.
• Recommends improved methods of operation.
• Assures that good housekeeping practices are maintained at the job site.
• Attends hot line schools and rigging schools.

Job Qualifications

Skills/Educational Requirements:

• High school diploma.
• Completion of a state‑approved apprenticeship program or equivalent.
• Minimum of four years’ experience in the electrical trade.
• Ability to operate bucket truck, line truck, large trencher, 580 backhoe.
• Ability to identify and operate meters used in the electrical construction industry (recording volt and amp meters, meggers).
• Ability to size, install and connect single‑ and three‑phase transformers utilizing standard connections.
• Ability to calculate (voltage drop, mixed conductor conduit fill, conductor derating).
• Ability to terminate 3‑m cold shrinks and molded splice for medium voltage cable with the supervision of line foreperson or the superintendent.
• Have current lineperson /cableperson handbook.
• Ability to properly lay out and administer small jobs (normally one to three men).
• Understanding of basic troubleshooting techniques.
• Good working knowledge of the National Electric Code (NEC) and the National Electric Safety Code (NESC), and the high voltage electrical safety book.
• Good character, neat appearance.
• Good mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to climb height of 70 ‘on poles or scaffolds.
• Maintain a valid commercial driver’s license-Class A (CDL) or in the process of obtaining and a history of safe driving.
• Must have reliable personal transportation to and from the assigned work location/office.
• Must purchase Company required personal tools and maintain in good condition.
• Ability and willingness to travel nationally to jobsites.
• Confident, decisive, safety orientated and self‑motivated.
• Proficient with use of laptop and tablet.

Physical Requirements

• Working 40 hours/week, scheduled in 8 to 10-hour shifts.
• Standing and climbing 4 to 6 hours/day.
• Kneeling, lifting, reaching above shoulders, and bending (90º) 4 to 5 hours/day.
• Twisting (180º) and walking 2 to 3 hours/day.
• Squatting and sitting 1 to 2 hours/day.
• Lifting weights of 0 to 100 lbs. at the following frequencies: continuous lifting of 10 to 35 lbs.; frequent lifting of 35 to 50 lbs.; occasional lifting of 50 to 100 lbs.; sizes & shapes of objects vary from concrete blocks to cylinders to 20' lengths of conduit; average carry requirements, 60 lbs. for 40'.
• Ability to lift from floor to above shoulder.
• Repetitive use of hands includes: continuous grasping up to 50 lbs.; frequent pushing and pulling of 50 to 75 lbs.; and fine motor coordination for receptacle installation and wire terminations.
• Repetitive use of feet is required for operating heavy equipment, conduit benders, and vertical climbing.
• Vision adequate for blueprint reading and color‑coding for wire identification.
• Balance adequate for continuous climbing of ladders, scaffolds, and lifts, wooden poles, metal light poles.

Environmental Factors

• Working in temperature extremes of 0º F to 100º F; up to 8 hours inside or outside; atmospheric exposure to dust, gases, fumes, odors; and poor ventilation in confined spaces.

Special Hazards

• Exposure to mechanical, electrical, chemical, and explosive hazards.

Personal Protective Equipment

• Use of hard hat, safety glasses, protected‑toe boots, and appropriate gloves for the task. Equipment on an "as needed" basis may include fall protection, dust mask, respirator, hearing protection, arc flash protective gear, and dielectrically insulated gloves and/or sleeves, etc.

Here at The Tri‑M Group, LLC we offer:

• Fair and competitive pay
• Comprehensive Medical, Prescription, Vision and Dental Insurance
• HRA Spending Account
• Employer‑paid Life and AD&D Insurance
• Seven Paid Holidays
• Vacation/Sick Leave
• 401k Retirement Program with Company Match
• Employee Assistance Program
• And much more!

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.