Lineman 2nd Class - Non-union

Utility Lines Construction Services; Burlington (NC); On-site; USD 2,480,000 - 4,133,000; Full time

Job summary

Utility Lines Construction Services in Burlington, NC is seeking an entry-level Overhead Distribution C Lineperson. You will install and maintain overhead power lines, poles, insulators, and related equipment, with exposure to energized systems.

Strong communication and safety discipline are essential for success in this role. Qualifications include experience or ability with high voltage systems, heavy equipment operation, and safe sagging techniques.

Qualifications

• Ability and specific skill to work with energized high voltage systems.
• Must possess strong communication skills both written and spoken.
• Ability to work with and around heavy equipment.
• Knowledge of proper sagging techniques.
• Ability to install and remove a service.
• May be able to identify primary and secondary voltage.

Responsibilities

• Installing transformers, lighting arrestors, cutouts, crossarms, insulators, switches, and switchgear.
• Setting poles and anchors, stringing overhead wire, proper sagging techniques.
• Troubleshooting trouble in primary and secondary systems.
• Replacing cutout fuses and clearing faulted circuits and systems.
• Solve problems with unidentified circumstances on any job.
• Daily testing and inspection of assigned tools and equipment.
• Communicate work to be performed with property owners.
• Maintain company equipment in a safe and efficient manner.
• General duties related to installation of overhead power supply.
• Perform new construction, maintenance or repair on energized/de-energized overhead lines.
• All other duties as required by Supervisors.
• Report potential safety hazards to Foreperson

Skills

High voltage safety

Strong communication

Operate heavy equipment

Sagging techniques

Install/remove service

Grounding procedures

Trench and rigging

Climb structures

Tool operation

Overhead maintenance experience

Job description

Description

Utility Lines Construction Services

Job Title:

Overhead Distribution C Lineperson

Job Description:

A entry-level line worker thatinstalls and fixes overhead distribution and transmission systems, which includes poles, cables, and electrical systems. Line Workers also fit, repair, and maintain underground cables and electrical equipment.

Pay:

• Competitive/Hourly – Discussed During Interview Process

Primary responsibilities:

• Installing transformers, lightening arrestors, cutouts, crossarms, insulators, switches, and switchgear
• Setting poles and anchors, stringing overhead wire, proper sagging techniques
• Troubleshooting trouble in primary and secondary systems.
• Replacing cutout fuses and clearing faulted circuits and systems.
• Ability to solve problems with unidentified circumstances on any particular job.
• Ensure daily testing and inspection of assigned tools and equipment.
• Will have contact with public and private property owners to professionally communicate work to be performed.
• Maintain company equipment in a safe and efficient manner.
• General duties related to the installation of overhead power supply.
• Perform new construction, maintenance or repair work of energized and de-energized overhead line work following company established Safety and Health standards.
• All other duties as required or requested by Supervisors.
• Reports all potential equipment and crew safety hazards to Foreperson

Minimum qualification:

• Ability and specific skill to work with energized high voltage systems
• Must possess strong communication skills both written and spoken.
• Ability to work with and around heavy equipment.
• Must have knowledge of proper sagging techniques
• Ability to install and remove a service
• May be able to identify primary and secondary voltage.
• Knowledge on tying in a primary conductor, phasing a circuit through a substation and identify induced voltage.
• Must have some knowledge of checking voltage on transformers, one shot on a recloser and grounding procedures.
• May have some understanding of flag and tag procedures.
• May be able to identify different materials used in linework.
• Must have some understanding of Kellum grips and phasing sticks.
• Must have some knowledge of load break tool and reconductoring job.
• Must have some proven previous Overhead Maintenance experience.
• Must have some knowledge of trenching and shoring, rigging, hand lines, and lineman knot tying and making and using a hand line
• Must have some knowledge of assisting hooking up a single or three phase transformers.
• May be able to inspect/use proper cover up.
• Must have some knowledge of minimum approach distance.
• May be capable of bucket rescue.
• Must have some knowledge of safely installing and removing a mechanical jumper.
• May be able to climb different structures and possess the tools to do the climb.
• Must be able to identify, operate and service all required tools and equipment. (i.e., bucket truck, digger derricktruck, tensioners, puller, rollers, hand tamp, chain saw, concrete saw, shovel)
• May be able to operate and service all required tools and equipment.
• Must be able to work long hours and overtime during holidays, emergencies, weekends, etc.

Education and experience:

• Must have a minimum of 1 - 2 years of experiencein the electrical power line construction industry.
• Be able to provide proof of work experience, schooling, and any certifications that you have obtained during your career.

Traveling requirements:

• Must be willing to travel out of state for emergency storm work.

Driver License:

• Valid Drivers License is preferred, if not must be able to discuss during the interview proess.
• Valid CDL is preferred or willingness to obtain valid CDL within 90 days of employment. If unable to obtain, please discuss this during the interview process.

Safety:

• Due to the inherently dangerous nature of the industry and requirements to work with or around hazardous equipment, employees must have sufficient eyesight to judge distance/coordination of equipment and tools, be able to maintain attention and concentration for extended periods of time, be able to withstand exposure to all kinds of weather while completing work assignments, be able to wear personal protective equipment as necessary, be able to enter and exit a vehicle numerous times a day, have the endurance necessary to traverse various terrain, be capable of performing job duties throughout a standard 8 or 10-hour day, be able to communicate with others, read, write, and comprehend written/verbal job instructions and information, and communicate and handle conflict professionally.

Pre-Screen

• Upon offer, employees may be required to complete and pass a pre-employment drug screen, background, and/or MVR check.

Physical requirements:

• Occasionally (up to 33%): Sitting, Kneeling, and Crawling
• Frequently (up to 66 %): Stooping, Squatting, Body Twisting, Manual Dexterity, Reading, Climbing Ladders, Climbing On/Off Truck, Climbing Poles, Gripping, and Climbing Stairs
• Continuously (up to 100%): Standing, Walking, Sense of Touch, Speaking Clearly, Seeing Distant, Seeing, Reaching, Range of Motion, Hearing-Speech Range, Depth Perception, Color Vision, Lifting, Carrying, Pushing, Pulling, Lifting Over 10 lbs. to 50 lbs., Balancing, Lifting Up to 10 lbs., and Lifting Up to 50 lbs.

Individuals with a disability who desire a reasonable accommodation can contact the ADA Coordinator by calling 1-833-222-3066. We partner with the Department of Homeland Security/U.S. Customs and Immigration Service to e-Verify all newly hired employees.

Important Information for Applicants:

• Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC and its family of companies are Equal Opportunity Employers. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to any legally protected characteristic.
• If you require reasonable accommodation during the application or hiring process, please contact our ADA Coordinator at 1-800-248-8733, ext. 3656.
• Employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of applicable pre-employment requirements, which include background screening, drug testing, and employment eligibility verification.
• Compensation determination is based on market data, job scope and individual qualifications.
• We offer a competitive total rewards package inclusive of health and welfare and retirement benefits, as well as paid time off and holiday pay benefits.
• Unsolicited resumes without an executed agency agreement become the property of the company.