OHE Lineman Trainee: Power Line Construction & Growth

Wanzek Construction, Inc.; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Disability

Life insurance

401k plan

Employee Stock Purchase plan

Job summary

MasTec Utility Services, a MasTec subsidiary, is seeking an OHE Lineman C trainee to assist Journeyman Lineman and Foreman in building and maintaining poles and power lines for transmission and distribution. You will learn operations, with exposure to transformers, regulators, switches, and other electrical devices.

Role emphasizes field work, safety, and hands-on learning with a team; CDL Class A is required, HS diploma or equivalent, and OSHA 10 preferred for advancement.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1 year of lineman experience.
• Valid Class A CDL is required.
• 2+ years of lineman experience preferred.
• OSHA 10 Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Construct, maintain, and inspect transmission and distribution of electrical or power lines.
• Provide technical skills for operation and maintenance of reliable electrical services.
• Connect/disconnect, install/remove, move and transfer electrical devices on customer facilities.
• Route or reroute power lines around existing lines and structures.
• Inspect and/or remove power lines that are damaged.
• Assist in carrying poles, digging holes, and other related tasks.
• Perform line switching or sectionalizing as directed.
• Investigate consumer complaints and perform repairs as needed.
• Provide backup for Apprentice Lineman and assist in duties.
• Submit apprenticeship documentation on time.
• May troubleshoot electrical problems on customer equipment.
• Drive bucket truck to jobsite and maintain truck stock.
• Perform other duties as required.

Job description

MasTec Utility Services, a MasTec subsidiary, is seeking an OHE Lineman C trainee to assist Journeyman Lineman and Foreman in building and maintaining poles and power lines for transmission and distribution. You will learn operations, with exposure to transformers, regulators, switches, and other electrical devices.

Role emphasizes field work, safety, and hands-on learning with a team; CDL Class A is required, HS diploma or equivalent, and OSHA 10 preferred for advancement.