ELECTRIC DISTRIBUTION MECHANIC (3879) (REVISED 2/6/25)

The City of Los Angeles (CA)Los Angeles, CA
318d$122,168 - $201,408

About The Position

The Electric Distribution Mechanic position involves working as a trainee under close supervision of journey-level workers. Trainees receive extensive classroom training as well as on-the-job training as a cable splicer and line mechanic. Responsibilities include assisting in the construction, maintenance, and repair of overhead and underground electric power sub-transmission and distribution lines and equipment. This includes tasks such as constructing high-voltage distribution pole lines, making construction changes to existing lines, repairing power lines, setting poles, installing transformers, and performing limited line clearance tree trimming. Journey-level Electric Distribution Mechanics perform skilled mechanical and electrical work and may mentor a group of skilled craft workers. Trainees must successfully complete an extensive on-the-job and classroom training program within four years to receive an appointment to a regular Electric Distribution Mechanic position. The position requires a valid Class A driver's license and medical certification approved by the DMV prior to appointment. Candidates must also meet specific experience and training requirements, including completion of an apprenticeship program or equivalent experience in electrical work.

Requirements

  • Completion of an apprenticeship program sanctioned by IBEW and possession of a valid journey-level line worker card issued by IBEW.
  • A pole climbing proficiency certificate or equivalent experience in the military.
  • Six months of full-time paid experience in electrical distribution or transmission work at voltages of 4.16-kV and above.
  • Certificate of completion of the Electrical Lineman Program from Northwest Lineman College or Powerline Mechanic-Trainee Program from Los Angeles Trade Technical College.

Nice To Haves

  • Experience in high-voltage line work.
  • Experience in tree trimming around energized electrical systems.

Responsibilities

  • Assist in the construction, maintenance, and repair of overhead electric power sub-transmission and distribution lines and equipment.
  • Construct high-voltage distribution pole lines.
  • Make construction changes to existing lines and equipment.
  • Repair power lines and line equipment.
  • Set poles and install transformer racks.
  • Hang and install transformers and switches of various types and sizes.
  • Install overhead street lights and guy wires.
  • Perform limited line clearance tree trimming.
  • Install watt-hour meters and use live line tools for energized circuits.
  • Assist in underground cable installation and removal.

Benefits

  • Health insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid holidays
  • Paid volunteer time
  • 401k
  • Flexible scheduling
  • Professional development programs

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What This Job Offers

Career Level

Entry Level

Industry

Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support

Education Level

No Education Listed

Number of Employees

5,001-10,000 employees

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