Journeyman Lineman Apprenticeship GC

Berkeley Electric Cooperative, Inc.•Goose Creek, SC

23d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is for a Journeyman Lineman Apprenticeship, with consideration also given to Groundman through Journeyman I. The primary objectives are to construct, maintain, and operate the underground and overhead electrical distribution system in accordance with RUS Specifications, the NESC, and Cooperative procedures. The role requires responding to member needs promptly to maintain electrical service continuity and completing all necessary continuing education courses to ensure compliance with OSHA, NESC, and RUS Specifications. Promoting safety through adherence to policies and procedures is also a key objective.

Requirements

High school education or equivalent required.
Successful completion of the Electrical Line Worker Third Class courses at Trident Technical College, the Overhead Line Construction courses II-IV, Underground Line Construction II course, Advance Line Construction course and Switching course is required; may consider equivalent education and/or training in a similar program.
Successful completion of the Cooperative's Four-Year Apprentice program, plus a minimum of one (1) year as a Journeyman I is required; may consider equivalent experience at the Cooperative or another electric utility.
A minimum of two (2) years in the position is required to become proficient.
Effective working knowledge of RUS Specifications and Cooperative system, its feeds, switching points and sectionalizing equipment, safety policies and procedures.
Knowledge of Use and care of PPE.
GIS and mapping system knowledge.
Proficient in switching procedures.
Ability to operate heavy equipment such as backhoe, line truck, bucket truck, trencher and test equipment.
Must possess a valid S.C. Commercial Driver's License with air brake and combination endorsements.
Computer skills to operate GIS and mapping system.

Nice To Haves

Leadership skills and ability to motivate people.
Ability to use tact and courtesy in dealing with employees, members and/or general public.
Leadership and team building skills.

Responsibilities

Construct, maintain, and operate the underground and overhead electrical distribution system.
Respond to member needs in a timely manner to maintain continuity of electrical service.
Successfully complete all Electrical Line Worker continuing education courses.
Promote safety in accordance with policies and procedures.
Construct and maintain overhead or underground lines.
Operate heavy equipment such as backhoe, line truck, bucket truck, trencher, and test equipment.
Install underground or overhead switches.
Teach and train line workers on their duties and responsibilities.
Promote job training.
Climb poles.