A Class Lineman OH

Sumter Utilities • Spindale, NC

8d • Onsite

About The Position

Sumter Utilities, Inc. (a Quanta Services company) seeks A Class Linemen for long-term distribution work on the Duke system. Successful candidates will possess existing Overhead Distribution experience as a Journeyman lineman able to demonstrate readiness to grow into a greater role.
SAFETY IS A CORE VALUE FOR OUR COMPANY so substantial weight will be given in the selection process to candidates demonstrating their shared commitment to safe operations.

Requirements

• Existing Overhead Distribution experience as a Journeyman lineman
• Able to demonstrate readiness to grow into a greater role
• Commitment to safe operations
• HS Diploma or equivalent (required for Apprenticeship Program eligibility)
• CDL (required for Apprenticeship Program eligibility)
• Able to perform rigorous physical labor as required. Including but not limited to climbing, rigging, lifting, rescue operations, etc.
• Able to identify primary and secondary voltage on a circuit.
• Proficient in all aspects of energized line work.
• Possess professional demeanor and interact in positive way with fellow crew members, general public and customer representatives.
• Proficient in understanding and reading blueprints.
• Able to properly sag wire.
• Capable of leading crew in assembly and erection of structures to all heights, in absence of Crew Foreman or with minimal supervision.
• Understands dead ending and sagging operations for all conductors.
• Capable of executing hot line work on conductor systems.
• Proficient at operation of Bucket Truck, Digger Derrick, Backhoe, other
• Proficient in Pole/Tower Climbing.
• Proficient in all aspects of heavy lifting and rigging.
• Must be familiar with induced voltage.
• Understands grounding procedures.
• Capable of working at heights and/or confined spaces.
• Capable of properly installing and removing PPE and cover up.
• Must be able to climb different types of structures (wood, steel, etc.) and possess the necessary tools to do so.
• Understands how to phase out a line using phasing sticks.
• Understands proper use of phasing sticks
• Able to identify and locate puller and tensioner setups.
• Able/willing to function within a Team environment and share knowledge with fellow crew members as appropriate.
• Capable of planning safe work based on a job print or work order.
• Understands how to obtain a "one shot" on a recloser.
• Understands minimum approach distance.
• Understands flag and tag procedures.
• Capable of performing basic bucket rescue/escape.
• Must be able to effectively lead a Job Task Safety Analysis meeting or tailgate briefing.
• Capable of safely installing and removing mechanical jumpers.
• Possess knowledge to properly inspect rubber goods, cover and PPE.
• Able/willing to travel long distances on short notice, when required.
• Able/willing to work for extended periods in various locations, when required.
• Able/willing to lift in excess of 50 lbs, when required.
• Able/willing to work outside, frequently in inclement weather.
• Able/willing to work Overtime, when required.
• The employee is required to sit; frequently climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, bend, crouch or crawl.
• The employee must frequently lift and/or maneuver up to 40 pounds and occasionally lift and/or maneuver up to 75 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
• Work is primarily performed outdoors so physical exposure to often extreme weather conditions, animals and insects and other outdoor hazards is unavoidable and required.

Nice To Haves

• Existing Overhead Distribution experience as a Journeyman lineman
• Able to demonstrate readiness to grow into a greater role
• Possession of a valid Class A CDL is HIGHLY PREFERRED. Those hired without a CDL may be required to obtain within 90 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Able to perform rigorous physical labor as required. Including but not limited to climbing, rigging, lifting, rescue operations, etc.
• Able to identify primary and secondary voltage on a circuit.
• Proficient in all aspects of energized line work.
• Possess professional demeanor and interact in positive way with fellow crew members, general public and customer representatives.
• Proficient in understanding and reading blueprints.
• Able to properly sag wire.
• Capable of leading crew in assembly and erection of structures to all heights, in absence of Crew Foreman or with minimal supervision.
• Understands dead ending and sagging operations for all conductors.
• Capable of executing hot line work on conductor systems.
• Proficient at operation of Bucket Truck, Digger Derrick, Backhoe, other
• Proficient in Pole/Tower Climbing.
• Proficient in all aspects of heavy lifting and rigging.
• Must be familiar with induced voltage.
• Understands grounding procedures.
• Capable of working at heights and/or confined spaces.
• Capable of properly installing and removing PPE and cover up.
• Must be able to climb different types of structures (wood, steel, etc.) and possess the necessary tools to do so.
• Understands how to phase out a line using phasing sticks.
• Understands proper use of phasing sticks
• Able to identify and locate puller and tensioner setups.
• Able/willing to function within a Team environment and share knowledge with fellow crew members as appropriate.
• Capable of planning safe work based on a job print or work order.
• Understands how to obtain a "one shot" on a recloser.
• Understands minimum approach distance.
• Understands flag and tag procedures.
• Capable of performing basic bucket rescue/escape.
• Must be able to effectively lead a Job Task Safety Analysis meeting or tailgate briefing.
• Capable of safely installing and removing mechanical jumpers.
• Possess knowledge to properly inspect rubber goods, cover and PPE.
• Able/willing to travel long distances on short notice, when required.
• Able/willing to work for extended periods in various locations, when required.
• Able/willing to lift in excess of 50 lbs, when required.
• Able/willing to work outside, frequently in inclement weather.
• Able/willing to work Overtime, when required.

Benefits

• Competitive wages
• Paid vacation
• Paid holidays
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Optional Critical Care Insurance
• LifeLock Identity Protection
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• 401k Retirement Savings Plan with a substantial company match
• Entry into SUI's DOL Certified 4-Year Apprenticeship Program (after 6 months of employment, eligibility requires HS Diploma or equivalent and CDL)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED