Journeyman Lineman: Field Power Systems Tech

FirstEnergy Corp; Montrose (Susquehanna County); On-site; USD 6,903,000 - 7,661,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension plan

401(k) with company match

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Life insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

FirstEnergy is seeking qualified Journey Line Workers to support its distribution network, primarily in Pennsylvania with positions in Montrose, PA. The role requires a federal/state line worker apprenticeship or equivalent IBEW program, a valid Class A permit, and ability to work outdoors in all weather.

Training, safety, and bonding are emphasized throughout the selection process. Open to candidates who can travel, lift 100 pounds, and meet physical requirements.

Qualifications

• Completion of a federal or state sanctioned line worker apprenticeship with approved supporting documentation (e.g. IBEW Journeyman Lineman A Ticket) and/or union or union-affiliated sponsored line worker apprenticeship
• Must possess a valid Class A driving permit by first day of employment
• Must have passed a DMV medical exam by first day of employment
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• High School diploma, GED or equivalent work experience
• Ability to wear company provided Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
• Ability to lift and carry up to 100 pounds
• Ability to work and drive in all types of weather and road conditions
• Capable to work extended hours, nights, weekends and holidays
• If hired as Provisional, must complete the provisional training plan within one year from hire date.
• Successful candidates must pass the following pre-employment requirements prior to beginning employment: drug screen, background check, Post Offer Physical (POPA)
• Experienced in rubber gloving and hot stick procedures
• Experience in transmission and distribution work, underground and numerous voltages
• Effective team player with strong communication skills

Responsibilities

• Travels to various job locations within geographical assigned region (for General Construction).
• Reviews job work requirements and provides input regarding work for the day.
• Loads and unloads tools, materials and supplies into and out of vehicles at crew headquarters and job site.
• Lifts, pulls and carries insulators, cross-arms, equipment, tools, grounds, dampers, and other materials to and from job sites.
• Loads and unloads tools, materials, and equipment off of hand lines while standing on elevated structures that include: Wood poles and insulated work platforms.
• Climb poles using boot hooks or aerial lift.
• Tests, frames; sets and/or anchors poles; strings electric power lines and install cross-arms.
• Performs substation switching; installs and replaces switches, circuit protection equipment, insulators, meters and streetlights.
• Hangs and energizes transformers.
• Take voltage readings.
• Troubleshoots problems and determines extent of repairs on primary and secondary overhead or underground dead legs.
• Work will include the use of hand and power tools; digging holes by hand for pole installation; climbing ladders, poles, embankments and towers; working at heights above 35' on poles and in aerial lifts; setting grounds; working with live circuits; and working in trenches, manholes and confined spaces.
• Sets and installs underground structures, locates, pulls, removes, splices or terminates cables.
• Installs and replaces equipment, meters and streetlights.
• Operates hydraulic equipment including: drills, boom truck, digger, pole tamper, hydraulic jack and bucket truck once certified.
• Operates lift equipment such as aerial lifts and line truck booms.
• Operates forklift to load and unload work materials and supplies.
• Travels by vehicle, motor boat or off-road utility vehicle (OUV) to access job sites.
• May drive a Class A vehicle (i.e. bucket truck and line truck) to and from the job site.
• May drive a company pickup truck or passenger vehicle to job sites and work locations, meetings and training and will may use vehicle to go to vendor locations and pick up or deliver supplies and materials.
• Conducts daily vehicle inspections.
• Journeyman Lineman may provide back-up relief in temporary absence of foreman; direct work to other crewmembers and act as a leader.
• Must attend all mandated OSHA and company training.
• Provides on-the-job training, orientation, demonstration and assistance to apprentice linemen.

Skills

Line worker apprenticeship

Class A driving permit

DMV medical exam

High School diploma

Lift up to 100 pounds

Education

High School diploma

Job description

FirstEnergy is seeking qualified Journey Line Workers to support its distribution network, primarily in Pennsylvania with positions in Montrose, PA. The role requires a federal/state line worker apprenticeship or equivalent IBEW program, a valid Class A permit, and ability to work outdoors in all weather.

Training, safety, and bonding are emphasized throughout the selection process. Open to candidates who can travel, lift 100 pounds, and meet physical requirements.