Journey Line Mechanic SCD NERC

Delmarva Power•Newark, DE

7h•Onsite

About The Position

Under direction, this position directs, coordinates, and performs the most complicated construction and maintenance work on overhead and underground systems, including gas lines, fiber optics, telephone, and CATV systems. The role requires operating all equipment utilized in utility construction and maintenance, which may include a mobile crane, and involves gloving primary voltage up to 25,000 volts and using hot sticks up to 34.5 kv. Promotion to this classification occurs after forty-eight (48) months as a Line Mechanic, contingent on demonstrated ability, fitness, and other qualifications, including the completion of 1800 hours of energized primary work (single phase & three phases) and successful completion of a 25kV gloving program.

Requirements

Safely and effectively completes assigned work with proper use and care of all equipment, tools, and material.
Make appropriate recommendations regarding fitness and abilities of employees under his/her direction.
Under his/her direction, oversees and verifies documentation of energized primary work of lower-classified employees.
Required to glove 25KV nominal.
Required to use Hot sticks up to 34.5KV.
Reads, understands, and carries out provisions of the job orders and associated drawings and sketches.
Communicates effectively with the public in the best interest of the Company.
May be required to act as a Patrolman or Troubleman.
Performs other related or less-skilled work, as required or directed.
Performs all tasks in Line Mechanic progression.
Must be able to work on all energized and de-energized Distribution voltages.
Takes necessary training for advancement to Lead Line Mechanic.
Reads, writes and communicates effectively in the English language.
After two (2) years in grade, leads a two (2) man bucket crew.
Must be willing and able to work overtime on a regular basis and must be available for callout overtime.
Complete a 3-month rotation into the Trouble Department within 18 months of being promoted to Journey Line Mechanic.
Forty-eight (48) months of experience as a Line Mechanic.
Demonstration of ability, fitness, and other qualifications.
Completion of 1800 hours of energized primary work (single phase & three phases).
Successful completion of 25kV gloving program.

Responsibilities

Performs and is responsible for the most complicated construction and maintenance work on overhead and underground systems.
Directs and coordinates the activities of all personnel assisting him/her.
Responsible for the effective operation of assigned personnel and the safety of himself/herself, the crew, and the public.
Operates all types of heavy equipment, hot sticks and has appropriate valid license.

Benefits

Hourly rates will be paid in accordance with terms of the candidate’s skills, qualifications, experience or collective bargaining agreement: $59.23/Hr.
Annual Bonus for eligible positions: 4%
401(k) match and annual company contribution
Medical, dental and vision insurance
Life and disability insurance
Generous paid time off options, including vacation, sick time, floating and fixed holidays, maternity leave and bonding/primary caregiver leave or parental leave
Employee Assistance Program and resources for mental and emotional support
Wellbeing programs such as tuition reimbursement, adoption and surrogacy assistance and fitness reimbursement
Referral bonus program
And much more