Journeyman Lineworker

City of Seguin•Seguin, TX

23h•$47•Onsite

About The Position

JOURNEYMAN LINEWORKER PAY GROUP: U21 City of Seguin Pay Schedule SUMMARY OF POSITION : Responsible for performing diversified work of erection and repair of distribution lines at all classes and voltages, including energized lines, and on structures and equipment used in the distribution of electricity. EXAMPLES OF WORK : Essential Duties Performs all duties directly, and reviews work in absence of Crew Leader; Operates equipment and performs ground work necessary for the construction, retireï¿½ment, and maintenance of both underground and overhead electric lines; Operates all vehicles associated with electric line work such as a bucket truck, digger truck, pole truck, backhoe, trencher, and other large trucks; Works directly with installation, construction and maintenance of the City of Seguin's underground and overhead high voltage, low voltage, electric distribution systems which includes: cable installation, terminations, testing, and maintenance; installing conduit and wires; terminating URD; setting pad mount transformers; digging hole for setting and framing of poles; Sagging and stringing of wire; hanging single phase and three phase transformer banks; installing and maintaining metering, traffic signal and street lighting equipment and climbing poles and towers with hooks and belt; Performs the duties of 1st and 2nd on call as required; Maintains electrical facilities, performing preventive maintenance and switching; Trains Apprentice Line worker 1-4, Operators, and other ground crew in the fundamentals of electric line work and safety precautions and may provide input into their evaluations; Attends in-house electric education and training sessions; Assists in maintaining vehicles and equipment; Observes City policies, safety rules and procedures; and Other Important Duties May act as dispatcher for the Utilities Warehouse in the absence of the normal dispatcher; May connect and disconnect electric and water service; and Performs such other duties as may be assigned.

Requirements

Demonstrated knowledge of: electric system operations and system circuits
Working knowledge of: construction practices, tools, and materials used in the electrical field and techniques and safety practices (including rubber-gloving) involved in the installation and maintenance of electric distribution systems
Knowledge of: electric, hydraulic, and mechanical fundamentals; electronics; and complex mathematical applications
Demonstrated physical ability to: climb poles and towers with hooks and belt; perform CPR; lift and maneuver up to 112 lbs. (i.e. coils of wire, capacitors, poles and transformers); bend, kneel, shovel; and use post hole digger; and perform strenuous work outdoors in varying, possibly severe, weather conditions (rain and lightning)
Ability to: respond to emergency situations when on rotating duty; operate all vehicles in the department; repeat messages and wording without loss of meaning (involves having a clear, concise radio voice and good hearing and language comprehension); learn City of Seguin policies and practices; read and understand blueprints, read maps, interpret map logic, and understand electric diagrams; identify and choose among several alternative solutions for situaï¿½tions that change occasionally; interpret and apply estabï¿½lished rules, regulations, and requirements; maintain extensive records; communicate effecï¿½tively, both orally and in writing; delegate work to Apprentices; lead by example, help organize workload in a manner that keeps the crew productive and maintaining a positive attitude towards their work; work with citizens in a pleasant and courteous manner; be constantly alert to and aware of the hazards involved; know and apply safety practices and principles in reporting and preventing accidents; maintain Texas driver's license (applicable to job responsibilities) and good driving record; and must be able to lawfully report to emergency duty from residence within 30 minutes
Demonstrated mental ability to: work under prolonged periods of stress due to the hazards of electricity; and tolerate working at heights and in confined places for prolonged periods of time
Other: may handle toxic and/or hazardous materials or work in areas where such materials may be stored
High school graduation or its equivalent
Four years as Apprentice Lineman and completion of an Apprentice Program in all aspects of line work including the operation of a digger truck, bucket truck, trencher and other equipment commonly used in the electric distribution field
State of Texas Class A (commercial) driver's license with air brakes
CPR Certification

Responsibilities

Performs all duties directly, and reviews work in absence of Crew Leader
Operates equipment and performs ground work necessary for the construction, retirement, and maintenance of both underground and overhead electric lines
Operates all vehicles associated with electric line work such as a bucket truck, digger truck, pole truck, backhoe, trencher, and other large trucks
Works directly with installation, construction and maintenance of the City of Seguin's underground and overhead high voltage, low voltage, electric distribution systems which includes: cable installation, terminations, testing, and maintenance; installing conduit and wires; terminating URD; setting pad mount transformers; digging hole for setting and framing of poles; Sagging and stringing of wire; hanging single phase and three phase transformer banks; installing and maintaining metering, traffic signal and street lighting equipment and climbing poles and towers with hooks and belt
Performs the duties of 1st and 2nd on call as required
Maintains electrical facilities, performing preventive maintenance and switching
Trains Apprentice Line worker 1-4, Operators, and other ground crew in the fundamentals of electric line work and safety precautions and may provide input into their evaluations
Attends in-house electric education and training sessions
Assists in maintaining vehicles and equipment
Observes City policies, safety rules and procedures
May act as dispatcher for the Utilities Warehouse in the absence of the normal dispatcher
May connect and disconnect electric and water service
Performs such other duties as may be assigned