Overhead - A Lineman

Sumter UtilitiesVidalia, GA
Onsite

About The Position

Sumter Utilities, Inc. (a Quanta Services company) seeks Overhead Crew positions A Lineman. Possession of a valid Class A CDL is required. Successful candidate will possess existing experience as a construction crew. Preference may be given to candidates who are able to bring along additional qualified candidates to form entire crews. 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

  • Possession of a valid Class A CDL is required.
  • Existing experience as a construction crew.
  • 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 work Overtime, when required.
  • Total commitment to safety and compliance.
  • 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.
  • 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

  • Preference may be given to candidates who are able to bring along additional qualified candidates to form entire crews.
  • Must have a HS Diploma or equivalent and CDL to apply for Apprenticeship Program.

Responsibilities

  • 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 work Overtime, when required.
  • Have total commitment to safety and compliance.
  • 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.

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
  • DOL Certified 4-Year Apprenticeship Program
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