Journeyman Line Technician

Baldwin EMC•Orange Beach, AL

11d•Onsite

About The Position

Journeyman Line Technician needed for full-time employment in South Baldwin (Orange Beach, AL) within the Operations Department. This role involves constructing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing overhead and underground distribution lines safely and efficiently. Responsibilities include preparing materials and equipment, using an iPad for mapping and reporting, participating in standby rotations and emergency call-outs, performing work on all voltage levels, demonstrating proficiency in underground primary construction and single-phase/multi-phase bucket work, serving as backup for Service Technician and Crew Chief roles, and assisting in training apprentices. The position requires performing all essential functions and demonstrating skills of lower apprentice classifications.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
Minimum of six years' prior experience.
Good communication skills and the ability to communicate professionally, effectively, clearly, and pleasantly – both orally and in written form.
Mature technical skills related to the installation, removal, troubleshooting, repair, maintenance, programming, and evaluation of equipment applicable to the position.
Proficient computer skills with software applications (Windows, Excel, Word, Outlook).
Valid Class A CDL driver’s license.
Certification in First Aid and CPR.

Nice To Haves

Candidates who do not meet the minimum assessment criteria may be considered for a lower-level position.

Responsibilities

Constructs, maintains, troubleshoots, and repairs overhead and underground energized and de-energized distribution lines efficiently and safely.
Prepares, gathers, and assembles materials, tools, and equipment necessary to complete line construction and maintenance activities.
Utilizes iPad and related hardware and software applications for mapping, reporting, work documentation, and system updates.
Participates in standby rotations and secondary call-out duties and responds to after-hours calls and emergency situations as part of a full crew, as assigned.
Performs work on all voltage levels in accordance with training, qualifications, and safety requirements.
Demonstrates proficiency in underground primary construction, maintenance, and repair.
Serves as backup for Service Technician and Crew Chief roles as assigned.
Assists with the training, mentoring, and development of apprentices and lower-grade line technicians.
Demonstrates proficiency in single-phase and multi-phase bucket work.
Performs all essential functions and demonstrates the full range of skills and abilities of all lower apprentice classifications.