Lineman 5th Class - Non-union

Utilities Service, LLC; Delhi (LA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/Dental/Vision Insurance

Short/Long Term Disability

Matching 401(k) Plan

Paid Holidays and Vacation

FR Clothing Provided

Employee Payroll Deduction Program

Job summary

Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC is seeking a Lineperson Class B in the United States to install and repair overhead distribution and transmission systems, including poles, cables, and electrical equipment.

Responsibilities include setting poles and anchors, stringing overhead wire, installing transformers and switchgear, and performing construct/ maintenance for energized and de-energized lines while adhering to safety rules. Travel may be required; CDL within 90 days is preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years experience in electrical power line construction.
• Ability to provide proof of work experience, schooling, and certifications.

Responsibilities

• The setting of poles and anchors; stringing overhead wire.
• Installing transformers, lightning arresters, cutouts, cross arms insulators, switches, and switchgear.
• Maintenance or repair work on energized/de-energized overhead lines with safety rules.
• Troubleshooting primary/secondary systems.
• Replacing cutout fuses and clearing faulted circuits.
• Daily testing and inspection of tools/equipment for safety.
• Report injuries and safety concerns to Foreperson.
• Other duties related to overhead power supply installation.

Skills

Heavy equipment knowledge

Problem solving

High voltage systems

Climbing structures

Tool operation

Tools

Bucket truck

Digger derrick

Tensioners

Puller

Rollers

Hand tamp

Chain saw

Concrete saw

Shovel

Job description

Description

Lineperson Class B

A line worker installs and fixes overhead distribution and transmission systems, which include poles, cables, and electrical systems. Line Workers also fit, repair, and maintain underground cables and electrical equipment.

Pay : Competitive/Hourly

Benefits

• Health/Dental/Vision Insurance

• Short/Long Term Disability

• Matching 401(k) Plan

• Paid Holidays and Vacation

• FR Clothing Provided

• Employee Payroll Deduction Program

Essential Functions & Responsibilities:

• The setting of poles and anchors. Stringing overhead wire.

• Installing transformers, lightning arresters, cutouts, cross arms insulators, switches, and switchgear.

• Performing new construction, maintenance, or repair work of energized and de-energized overhead line work while complying with all Safety and Health rules

• Troubleshooting issues with primary and secondary systems.

• Replacing cutout fuses and clearing faulted circuits and systems

• Ensure daily testing and inspection of assigned tools and equipment to maintain equipment in a safe and efficient manner.

• Reports all injuries, near misses, and other safety and health concerns to Foreperson

• Any other duties related to the installation of overhead power supply.

• All other duties as required or requested by Supervisors.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must be 18 years of age or older.

• Knowledge of heavy equipment.

• Ability to problem solve with unidentified circumstances on any job.

• Knowledge of working with energized high voltage systems requiring a specific skill set.

• 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 derrick truck, tensioners, puller, rollers, hand tamp, chain saw, concrete saw, shovel)

Education & Experience

• Minimum 5+ years experience in the electrical power line construction industry.

• Ability to provide proof of work experience, schooling, and other certifications obtained during career.

Pre-Screen

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

License & Certifications:

• Driver License Required, willingness to obtain a valid CDL within 90 days of employment preferred.

Travel Requirements:

• Willing to travel out of state for emergency storm work.

Physical Requirements:

• OCCASIONAL (up to 33%): Sitting, Kneeling, and Crawling

• FREQUENT (up to 66 %): Stooping, Squatting, Body Twisting, Manual Dexterity, Reading, Climbing Ladders, Climbing On/Off Truck, Climbing Poles, Gripping, and Climbing Stairs

• CONTINUOUS (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.