Electric Lineman - D

City of Newberry • Newberry, SC

9d • Onsite

About The Position

Performs technical semi-skilled work in the construction, maintenance, and repair of the City’s electrical transmission system. The position involves duties necessary for the system’s proper and efficient operation, including operation of heavy equipment. The lineman assists with maintaining, repairing, and testing substation and distribution equipment, switch gear, relays, reclosures, and circuit breakers. Work may be performed on energized lines using appropriate hot line tools. The position serves consumers and communicates courteously and diplomatically with Newberry residents, businesses, and City employees.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED, supplemented by one to two years of progressively responsible technical experience in electrical line work, or an equivalent combination providing the required knowledge, ability, and skills.
• South Carolina driver’s license.
• Ability to attain Lineman Level C certification within a reasonable timeframe and to reach Level B and Level A certifications as designated by the Utilities Director and Superintendent.
• Must live within 30 minutes of the principal work location in Newberry.
• Ability to work outdoors for long periods in all weather conditions, including extreme heat or cold, wet, icy conditions, and high winds.
• Ability to work while exposed to noise, dust, fumes, chemicals, gases, and oil.
• Knowledge of traffic laws.

Nice To Haves

• CDL Class A is preferred; alternatively, the ability to attain it within six months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assist with maintaining primary and secondary circuits within the City of Newberry, including converting voltages, performing hot line work, setting and re-insulating poles, replacing rotten poles, locating broken or burnt lines with a fault locator, and assembling and installing cut-outs and arrestors.
• Perform line work on energized lines using appropriate hot line tools.
• Receive and review work orders, meter test reports, staking sheets, vehicle service charts, electrical drawings, purchase orders, and substation readings.
• Provide consumer services, including installing new wire service, troubleshooting, installing yard lights and streetlights, and restoring power.
• Operate equipment and vehicles used for electrical line work.
• Assist in checking meters for proper function, tampering, or other operational problems.
• Communicate courteously and diplomatically with citizens, businesses, and City employees.
• Be available for standby duty and 24-hour call back.

What This Job Offers

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