Town of Benson: Electric Distribution Line Technician I

ElectriCities of North Carolina Inc.; Benson (NC); On-site; USD 80,000 - 94,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Participation in North Carolina State Health Plan

Paid dental, vision, and life insurance

5% 401(K) contribution

13 paid holidays

Two weeks paid time-off

Wellness program with incentives

Job summary

A municipal electric provider in North Carolina is looking for an Electric Distribution Line Technician I to join their Electric Department. This position entails performing technical work regarding the electrical distribution system, including construction and maintenance of electric lines. Applicants should have leadership skills, experience with electrical systems, and a valid class A commercial driver's license. The anticipated salary range is $80,000 - $94,000, with benefits including a wellness program, health plan participation, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership skills required.
• Ability to identify and solve problems.
• Advanced experience with electrical distribution systems necessary.

Responsibilities

• Lead and participate in installing power line poles.
• Make emergency repairs during power outages.
• Inspect work quality to ensure safety compliance.
• Train and guide less experienced workers.

Skills

Leadership skills

Problem-solving ability

Experience with electrical distribution systems

Education

High school diploma

Training in electrical principles

Job description

The Town of Benson has an immediate opening for an Electric Distribution Line Technician I in its Electric Department. The anticipated hiring range for the position is $80,000 -$94,000, dependent on qualifications, and benefits include participation in the North Carolina State Health Plan, paid dental, vision and life insurance, 5% 401(K) contribution, 13 paid holidays and two weeks paid time-off per year, and an abundant wellness program that includes incentives.

If you have proven leadership skills, have the ability to identify and solve problems, and have advanced experience with electrical distribution systems, including AMI; apply with us today. We are in need of a driven individual who will lead and perform technical work regarding all aspects of the electrical distribution system, including construction, maintenance and repair of underground and overhead electric lines. As an important member of our team, you will independently perform secondary and primary high voltage line work, provide guidance to less experienced workers, inspect work quality, assure compliance with safety rules and regulations, and train other line workers. Carry out these duties while working close to home and providing a valuable service to the local community.

Primary Responsibilities

In your duties as Electric Distribution Line Technician I, you will lead and participate in installing power line poles, stringing lines, making emergency repairs during electric power outages, and complete other related duties as required. Examples of these duties include, but are not limited to:

• Trimming and dispose of tree limbs by using the bucket truck and saws.
• Installing metering equipment.
• Installing transformers, fuse cutouts and regulators.
• Making energized line taps and connecting wires.

The position will report to the Electric Distribution System Superintendent. This position requires frequent on-call and call-back responsibilities.

Job Requirements

Desired Qualifications: Graduation from high school supplemented by training in electrical principles and considerable experience at the electric line technician – first class level; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. You must possess a valid North Carolina class A commercial driver’s license.

This position is open until filled. Applicants must submit a Town of Benson Application and resume. The Town of Benson application can be picked up at Town Hall or printed from the Town’s website: http://www.townofbenson.com/2201/Employment. Applications and resumes must be mailed to P.O. Box 69, Benson, NC 27504-0069, hand delivered to 303 East Church Street, Benson, NC 27504 or emailed to Scott Tart, Town of Benson Human Resources Director, at [e-mail] The Town of Benson is an equal opportunity employer.

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