Job Description

Overview

The Journeyman Lineman is responsible for the performance of various physical tasks involving the construction, maintenance, and repair of electric utility facilities and equipment. This role is critical to ensuring the reliable distribution of electricity and requires adherence to strict safety protocols.

Responsibilities

Io Adhere to safety practices and procedures, such as check equipment regularly and erect barriers around work areas.

Test conductors according to electrical diagrams and specifications to identify corresponding conductors and prevent incorrect connections. Open switches or attach grounding devices to remove electrical hazards from disturbed or fallen lines or to facilitate repairs. Climb poles or use truck-mounted buckets to access equipment. Drive vehicles equipped with tools and materials to job sites. Operate equipment such as bucket trucks, line trucks, trenchers, backhoes, underground locators, and various power and hand tools. Construct, maintain, and repair electric utility facilities, including meters, poles, towers, and cables. Read and interpret electrical prints, maps, and schematics. Responsible for the preventative maintenance program for department equipment and tools. Perform duties of the City/Board's electrical inspector, including trench inspections and utility installation within subdivisions. Conduct electric utility locates as required by Miss Utility. Maintain records for substations, including pole and substation inspections. Clear vegetation in right-of-ways and substation areas, and coordinate the tree trimming program. Enforce safety rules and ensure proper clearance and grounding for crew protection. Respond to customer calls within thirty minutes. Perform clerical work incidental to the job and train staff personnel. Check electric meters for proper functioning, tampering, or other operational problems. Connect and disconnect meters as directed. Install, maintain, and repair streetlights. Troubleshoot electrical system problems. Deal courteously and diplomatically with the general public. Assist the Water/Wastewater Department as needed. Assist in handling multiple priorities and projects. Assist in the preparation of material specifications as required. Maintain a high level of safety acumen and knowledge of traffic laws for motorized vehicles. Stock trucks and warehouse/yard with deliveries of poles, transformers, and metered equipment. Perform small maintenance on trucks, such as fix leaks. Abide by all Safety rules and Incident Investigations outlined in the BPW Safety Procedures and/or the safety procedures outlined in the Individual Departmental Manual.

Experience

High School Diploma or equivalent required. Completion of a lineman apprenticeship program and/or formal training in the area of specialty. Valid Class A or Class B CDL Delaware driver's license with a good driving record. CPR and First Aid certifications preferred. Ability to complete NIMS 100 and 700 training within a year of start date. Other certifications as required after hire. Extensive experience and knowledge in electric distribution and transmission.
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $93,600.00 - $99,840.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching AD&D insurance Dental insurance Disability insurance Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance On-the-job training Paid time off Parental leave Tuition reimbursement
Work Location: In person