Journeyman Lineworker - Pascagoula

Southern Company•Pascagoula, MS

22h•Onsite

About The Position

This position will be filled as a Journeyman Lineman. This position is responsible for working in a line crew on overhead and underground construction and maintenance of distribution systems. This position is responsible for responding to and correcting problems with the electrical distribution system during normal working hours, after hours, nights, weekends and holidays. Successful candidates must reside or be willing to relocate at their own expense to live within 30 minutes of headquarters, Pascagoula, MS. In addition to this requirement, the successful candidate must be able to work within any location in that division. This position will be covered by the Memorandum of Agreement between Mississippi Power and the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers.

Requirements

Must pass or have passed the Construction and Skills Trade Test (CAST) in order to be considered.
Must currently have or possess the ability to obtain a valid Mississippi Commercial Drivers license within 6 months of employment.
Must maintain weight to comply with equipment manufacturer's restrictions.
Must be available for call out overtime work, scheduled overtime work, and overnight travel as needed.
Availability for timely response to call outs are required.
Comprehensive knowledge of customer relation skills.
Ability to think clearly and make logical decisions under pressure.
Working knowledge of electricity and the maintenance of electrical lines is necessary.
Ability to operate machinery and vehicles.
Ability to use basic hand tools.
Ability to work at heights.
Ability to climb tall structures.
Ability to read blueprints.
Ability to lift, carry and pull heavy objects.
Ability to work in extreme weather conditions.
Ability to work in enclosed, dark areas.
Work methods must adhere to all safe work practices.
Possess the ability to build solid interpersonal relationships with other employees.
Exhibit Our Values behaviors of safety first, superior performance, act with integrity and intentional inclusion.
Ability to work successfully in a team atmosphere.
Must be ethical, customer oriented, self-motivated, a continuous learner and highly dependable.

Nice To Haves

5 years distribution line crew experience is preferred.
Average or above average computer skills are desired.

Responsibilities

Safely perform any work normally or reasonably required in this classification.
Build, maintain, inspect, troubleshoot, replace, and repair distribution power lines, poles, and related equipment according to Company specifications and manufacturer's recommendations.
Review work orders and determine material needed to complete jobs.
Safely load wire coils, poles, equipment, and materials onto trucks.
Use hand tools to assemble materials, connectors, brackets, and other equipment in preparation for installation on pole-lines or underground systems.
Frequently work aerially from a ladder, lift bucket, and pole-climbing tools to remove/replace/repair equipment.
Climb utility poles and other structures.
Clean and maintain tools and trucks.
Maintain regular attendance and comply with all safety procedures, practices and requirements.
Effectively communicate in person, by radio, and by phone to various company personnel in the normal course of duties.
Respond to and correct problems with the electrical distribution system during normal working hours, after hours, nights, weekends and holidays.