Lineman: Transmission & Distribution Expert

EPB; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

EPB in Chattanooga seeks a Journeyman Lineman to construct and maintain EPB's transmission, distribution, and telecommunications facilities.

You will erect and climb poles, install and connect conductors on 12 kV and 46 kV circuits, operate line equipment, and participate in on‑the‑job training of apprentices. A valid Class A CDL is required, and you must report within 1 hour of EPB’s Operations Center; overtime and emergency shifts may apply.

Qualifications

• Journeyman Lineman required.
• Completed an approved Lineman Apprenticeship program or demonstrated work experience deemed acceptable by the department manager.
• Demonstrated ability to understand and apply techniques of constructing and maintaining overhead lines to prevent power outages.
• Demonstrated ability to use and operate hand tools, hydraulic tools, hot sticks, protective devices, aerial lift devices, climbing equipment, etc.

Responsibilities

• Erect, remove, and climb poles, towers, or structures or use approved aerial devices to construct and maintain transmission and distribution overhead lines.
• Install, sag, and connect conductors of the same or different types for satisfactory operation.
• Perform work on 12KV and 4KV distribution circuits, energized and/or de-energized, using proper approved protective equipment and tools. Work on 46KV sub-transmission lines.
• Assemble, install, remove, and transfer pole line hardware for satisfactory operation.
• Understand and explain the operation of pole handling equipment, digging equipment, and grounding equipment.
• Use appropriate tools and equipment to construct and maintain transmission and distribution lines.
• Work during system emergencies and scheduled activities to prevent schedule delays or customer inconveniences and maintain department overtime call-in standards.
• Responsible for working a minimum of 16 consecutive hours during emergencies. This includes all calls in and/or scheduled overtime-Complete any necessary administrative work required to update records.
• Drive and operate assigned vehicles as necessary.
• Assist in on-the-job training of Lineman Apprentices.

Education

Journeyman Lineman

Lineman Apprenticeship program

Tools

Hand tools

Hydraulic tools

Hot sticks

Protective devices

Aerial lift devices

Climbing equipment

Job description

EPB in Chattanooga seeks a Journeyman Lineman to construct and maintain EPB's transmission, distribution, and telecommunications facilities.

You will erect and climb poles, install and connect conductors on 12 kV and 46 kV circuits, operate line equipment, and participate in on‑the‑job training of apprentices. A valid Class A CDL is required, and you must report within 1 hour of EPB’s Operations Center; overtime and emergency shifts may apply.