Overhead Power Lineman B - High-Voltage Field Tech

The Bowlin Group; Walton (KY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Bowlin Group in Walton, KY is seeking a Class B Lineman to perform construction, maintenance and repair of overhead electrical distribution systems. The role requires working safely with energized and de-energized lines, stringing wire, setting poles, installing transformers and switching gear, and troubleshooting primary and secondary circuits.

Candidates must have the ability to climb structures, lift up to 50 lbs, travel long distances on short notice and hold a Commercial Driver’s

Qualifications

• Able to perform rigorous physical labor.
• Able to identify primary and secondary voltage on a circuit.
• Must be familiar with induced voltage.
• Understands grounding procedures.
• Understands how to use a load buster tool.
• Capable of installing and hooking up a single phase transformer.
• Capable of safely setting a pole.
• Understands equipment set up and grounding.
• Capable of working at heights and/or confined spaces.
• Capable of properly installing and removing PPE and cover up.
• Capable of checking voltage on transformers.
• Capable of tying in a primary conductor.
• Must be able to climb different types of structures (wood, steel, etc.) and possess the necessary tools to do so.
• Understands grounding procedures.
• Understands how to phase out a line using phasing sticks.
• Understands how to obtain a one shot on a recloser.
• Must be able to safely perform a reconductoring job.
• Capable of safely installing and removing mechanical jumpers.
• Able to properly inspect rubber goods and PPE.
• Able to travel long distances on short notice, when required.
• Able to work for extended periods in various locations, when required.
• A Commercial Driver’s License is required.
• Able to lift in excess of 50 lbs.
• Must be able to work outside, frequently in inclement weather.
• Willing to work over-time when requested.

Responsibilities

• Work safely while performing new construction, maintenance or repair work of energized and de-energized overhead work.
• Stringing overhead wire.
• Setting poles and anchors.
• Installing transformers, lightening arrestors, cutouts, crossarms, insulators, switches and switchgear.
• Troubleshooting in primary and secondary systems.
• Replaces fuses in transformers and clears faulted circuits and systems.
• Frequently works with energized high voltage systems requiring skill and care to protect the lives of themselves and others.
• Maintains company vehicles, equipment and tools in good working order.
• Does all other related work as required to complete the job.

Skills

Self-Motivated

Team-Oriented

Safety Conscious

Job description

The Bowlin Group in Walton, KY is seeking a Class B Lineman to perform construction, maintenance and repair of overhead electrical distribution systems. The role requires working safely with energized and de-energized lines, stringing wire, setting poles, installing transformers and switching gear, and troubleshooting primary and secondary circuits.

Candidates must have the ability to climb structures, lift up to 50 lbs, travel long distances on short notice and hold a Commercial Driver’s