Journeyman Lineman - NG

UnisourceEnergyServicesInc•Nogales, AZ

10d

About The Position

A Journeyman Lineman performs all phases of construction, operation, and maintenance of overhead and underground transmission and distribution lines in accordance with Company standards and applicable Company and governmental rules and regulations. The position is safety-sensitive and non-managerial. The employee guides Apprentices and Helpers, performs emergency service restoration, and is subject to on-call responsibilities requiring a timely response. The employee must reside in the UES Santa Cruz service territory. The position may provide services to Company affiliates, subject to the UNS Energy Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures. All employees must adhere to the Company Code of Ethics and Principles of Conduct.

Requirements

Completion of an accredited Lineman/Cable Apprenticeship Program or equivalent.
Knowledge of Company policies and procedures.
Thorough understanding of utility distribution and transmission systems, both overhead and underground.
Knowledge of electric utility services, products, service requirements, and construction standards.
Knowledge of codes, ordinances, franchise agreements, and Blue Stake laws.
Qualification to climb poles and operate aerial lifts and other construction equipment.
Ability and expectation to work on energized equipment at any voltage level in accordance with training and safe work practices.
Ability to use technical knowledge of the UES distribution system and policies to solve problems involving internal and external customers.
Ability to lead and work effectively on a team.
Leadership and planning skills.
Effective oral and written communication skills.
Ability to combine information from multiple sources and make sound business decisions.
Ability to read blueprints, maps, drawings, and work request packages.
Must reside in the UES Santa Cruz service territory.

Responsibilities

Guide the work of Apprentices and Helpers.
Assemble wood-pole electrical lines and components.
Install underground conduit systems and URD systems.
Connect transformers and other equipment used on overhead and underground lines.
Drive and operate equipment needed to accomplish daily work and hold a CDL operator's license.
Perform switching and install hold tags on electrical systems as required.
Maintain awareness of environmental considerations affecting the employee, the work, and the Company, consistent with the employee's knowledge, training, and experience.
Perform emergency service restoration.
Perform assigned work safely and efficiently in accordance with Company practices and procedures.
Fulfill on-call responsibilities, including responding in a timely manner.