Journeyman Lineman Distribution

DTE Energy; Westland (MI); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

DTE Energy in Michigan is seeking a skilled lineman to perform line construction, maintenance and betterment under management oversight. You will climb wood poles, steel towers and operate related equipment, sometimes driving a commercial vehicle, all under strict safety procedures.

Requirements include 5 years of work experience (including apprenticeship), a High School Diploma/GED, the ability to lift up to 90 pounds, a Group A CDL with air brakes, and passing the Lineman Hands-On Skills

Qualifications

• 5 years of work experience including apprenticeship
• High School Diploma or GED with electrical theory background
• Must be physically able to lift up to 90 pounds
• Ability to climb wood poles up to ~90 ft or steel towers up to ~300 ft
• Must communicate effectively in writing and verbally
• Must have Group A CDL with air brake endorsement or equivalent
• Must pass Lineman Hands-On Skills Demonstration (recommended)

Responsibilities

• Construct and maintain poles and towers with related hardware and equipment across voltages (transmission to distribution)
• Work during off-hours when required for efficiency or emergencies
• Record and report work orders to supervisors, system operation and dispatch
• Operate reclosers, sectionalizers and pole top switches; replace fuses with hot sticks
• Perform Groundman duties and other related tasks as assigned

Skills

Lineman experience

Physical fitness

Climbing ability

Communication skills

CDL with air brakes

Lineman Hands-On Skills Demo

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Electrical Theory

Tools

CDL

Job description

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DTE is one of the nation’s largest diversified energy companies. Our electric and gas companies have fueled our customer’s homes and Michigan’s progress for more than a century.And as Michigan’s largest source of renewable energy, we’re creating a cleaner, healthier environment to power our future. We’re also serving communities beyond Michigan, where our affiliated businesses offer renewable energy, emission control technologies, and energy services to industries in 19 states.

But we’re more than a leading energy company... and working at DTE is more than just a job.At DTE, we take great care of each other and our customers, and we use our energy to be a force for growth and prosperity in our communities. When you join us, you’ll be part of a team that welcomes, recognizes, and celebrates differences and values everyone’s health, safety, and wellbeing. Are you ready to make that kind of difference? Bring your energy to DTE.Together, we can achieve great things.

Testing Required: Lineman Hands-On Skills Demonstration

Job Summary

Under indirect and intermittent supervision of Management and the work direction of a Crew Leader performs line construction work, line maintenance, betterment, and operating work. Climbs and works from wood poles, steel towers, and buckets, extension, or step ladders. Within the limits of established practices and stringent prescribed safety procedures, works on energized and de-energized equipment. Uses related tools and equipment. As assigned, drives, and operates commercial vehicles. Assists in the training and evaluation of apprentice linemen and as required performs work of a groundman.

Key Accountabilities

• Performs line construction work which involves the erection of poles and towers and the assembly and attachment of related line hardware and equipment such as cross arms, braces, tower steel, guys, platforms, transformers insulators, voltage regulators, switches, reclosures, capacitors, fuse carriers, lightning arrestors, street lighting and outdoor protective lighting hardware, and conductors of various sizes, etc. Present voltages consist of transmission (120 and 345 KV), sub-transmission (24-40KV), primary distribution (4.8-13.2 KV), and various secondary distribution voltages. Delta and Wye.
• Subject to work during off hours when necessary for efficient progress of the job or in case of emergency.
• Records, executes, and reports back on work orders issued by Central System Supervisor, System Operation and peers, Dispatch and Report Center or a Dispatcher Organizer on routine and emergency work, as required.
• Operates reclosers, sectionalizes, sectionalizing devises, including replacing fuses with a hot stick. Operates pole top switches, as required.
• Performs work of Groundman as required, along with other related work as assigned.

Qualifications

• Work Experience Required: 5 years of work experience, including apprenticeship
• Education: High School Diploma/GED, Electrical Theory equal to approximately one credit month
• Must be physically able to lift and handle up to 90 pounds.
• Hand, eye, and foot coordination to climb wood poles approximately 90’ or higher using Lineman’s climbers and/or climb steel towers to approximately 300’ or higher.
• Must have the ability to communicate both verbally and in writing.
• Meet Company driving standards. Must possess, or obtain prior to transfer date, a Group “A” Commercial Driver’s License with air brake endorsement or a Classified Endorsement Temporary instruction permit to operate a Group “A” vehicle with air brakes.
• Must receive a "recommended" on the Lineman Hands-On Skills Demonstration.

THIS JOB WILL COMPY WITH DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (DOT) DRUG AND ALCOHOL TESTING

At DTE Energy, we are committed to providing an inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome and a sense of belonging. We seek individuals with a heart for service, a passion to help our communities prosper, and ideas to help shape the future of energy. We are proud to be an equal opportunity, employer that considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, disability, national origin, citizenship, height, weight, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, protected veteran status or any other status protected by applicable federal and/or state laws.