Distribution Journeyman Lineman - Monrovia

Southern California Edison•Monrovia, CA

About The Position

Southern California Edison is hiring a Distribution Journeyman Lineman for its Distribution organization, which installs, removes, maintains, and repairs overhead and underground distribution and communication systems. The role involves work on or near energized lines and equipment, using appropriate precautions, tools, and safety equipment. It also includes operating test instruments, construction vehicles and powered equipment, and working collaboratively with apprentices and helpers. Safety is a central priority. This is a Department of Transportation-covered classification subject to random drug and alcohol screening. The position requires testing, including the Lineman Physical Performance assessment (Test 4016). Relocation may apply, and the role requires flexibility to work overtime, including weekends and holidays.

Requirements

Be a certified Journeyman Lineman and possess a Journeyman Lineman card.
Weigh less than 285 pounds due to the weight restrictions of lineman safety equipment.
Hold a valid Class A motor vehicle operator's license.
Have experience working with utility poles, including ascending and descending while climbing.

Nice To Haves

Experience as a Distribution or Transmission Journeyman Lineman.
Skills in electrical utility construction methods and standards, overhead and underground materials, hand and power tools, and construction equipment operation.
Experience using Fall Restraint Equipment, including an ANSI- or OSHA-approved climbing belt with a secondary safety.
Knowledge of electricity fundamentals, electrical circuitry, and electrical equipment operation.
Applied knowledge of mechanical principles for rigging and operating tools and equipment, test instruments and procedures, accident prevention rules, and safe work practices.
Dedication to working safely and skillfully.
Ability to follow written, oral, or diagrammatic instructions.
Comfort working in varied environments, including climbing poles and structures at height and working in confined vault spaces.
Experience with State General Orders 95 and 128.
Ability to collaborate and work well with others.
Willingness to perform line work in numerous types of climates.
CPR certification from the Red Cross or American Heart Association.

Responsibilities

Install, remove, maintain, and repair overhead and underground distribution and communication systems.
Install and remove poles, cross arms, towers, enclosures, ducts, piping, transformers, switches, capacitors, pot heads, protective devices, cooling or insulating equipment, emergency gear, and automatic reclosers.
Install, remove, splice, bond, terminate, and test conductors and cables, except paper-insulated lead cable.
Connect, test, adjust, repair, and maintain electrical equipment and apparatus.
Work on or near energized lines and equipment using precautionary procedures, necessary tools, and safety equipment.
Operate test equipment such as amp, volt, and ohm meters, phasing and cable test sets, fault finders, and cable locators.
Operate construction vehicles, vehicle auxiliaries, and other powered equipment.
Collaborate with, instruct, and direct apprentices and helpers.
Maintain a safety-focused mindset and follow safe work practices.
Work overtime, including weekends and holidays, as needed.