Line Inspector I

SMUD • Rancho Cordova, CA

3d • $85 - $85 • Onsite

About The Position

Every day at SMUD, we deliver power to more than 1.5 million customers throughout the Sacramento area. As a community-owned, not-for-profit electric service, we have been providing low-cost, reliable electricity for over 75 years.

We are a recognized industry leader and award winner for our innovative energy efficiency programs, renewable power technologies, and for our sustainable solutions for a healthier environment. Through the efforts of the 2,400 people that power us, we work 24/7 to keep the lights on and provide our customers with innovative energy solutions.

We’re one of the region’s largest employers, with a reputation for attracting, developing and retaining some of the most talented employees around.

THIS IS A JOURNEY-LEVEL EXPERIENCED POSITION. YOU MUST HAVE COMPLETED A FORMAL LINEMAN/LINEWOMAN APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAM TO BE ELIGIBLE TO APPLY. WHEN APPLYING FOR THIS CAREER OPPORTUNITY PLEASE INCLUDE DOCUMENTATION OF THE FORMAL APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAM YOU COMPLETED.

You will have the opportunity to attach your documentation during the application process online. If you fail to provide proof of a formal LINEMAN/LINEWOMAN APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAM you will be considered not qualified for this position.
PurposePerforms high voltage line inspection work requiring knowledge of construction standards and work procedures including G.O. 95,128, and 16. Ensures job site safety. Performs a variety of skilled and semi-skilled tasks in the construction, maintenance, repair and inspection of SMUD’s transmission and distribution systems.Nature and ScopeThis job is assigned to distribution services and works independently at a journey level. This job performs inspection of high voltage distribution construction work. Employees in this job class must be qualified electrical workers who have completed a formal electrical or lineman/woman apprenticeship program and have a thorough understanding of the distribution system and how it operates.

Requirements

• Must possess the same knowledge, skills, experience, etc. as an Lineman/Woman as well as completion of an approved Lineman/Woman Apprentice program including three years climbing experience in overhead electrical distribution work;
• Possess and maintain a valid California Driver’s License and satisfactory driving record;
• Reside in a location close enough to their reporting headquarters to allow a reasonable response time from residence under normal driving conditions within posted speed limits; Work overtime and emergencies;
• Be “On Call” and respond immediately to emergency call-outs;
• Work special schedules as required.
• Successful completion of an approved high voltage electrical worker apprenticeship program.
• Principles and practices of SMUD's construction standards and work procedures: Basic safety rules, standards and procedures, use of hand & power tools; Cal/OSHA laws relative to line construction; State & Federal safety rules & regulations; Hazard identification; Basic math; Line construction methods, techniques & standards (G.O. 95 & 128); Rigging practices/principles/procedures; Material & tool nomenclature; Electrical theory/knowledge relative to line construction/phasing/grounding/line voltage/transformers; circuit labeling; Materials/methods/equipment used in high/low voltage line construction/maintenance & repair; Mobile data terminals; residential meters, street & dusk to dawn lights and their application.
• Inspect line construction work for compliance to SMUD standards. Read & understand job & training manuals, safety procedures and their application on and around high voltage conductors & equipment; Read, interpret and follow written and oral instructions; Climb ladders; Maintain a positive work relationship/environment with peers & public; Perform physically demanding work for extended time periods; Operate motor vehicles, District radios & mobile data terminals, utilize computer applications for electronic mail, recordkeeping, word processing, spreadsheets and databases; work rotating shifts including weekends and holidays to facilitate workload; work in remote location and hazardous areas; use protective clothing and follow safety procedures; and, respond to emergency call out.

Nice To Haves

• Within the last five (5) years, two (2) or more years of construction inspector experience on underground and overhead distribution systems at an electric utility.
• Overhead and underground switching experience
• Experience taking clearances
• Proficiency with the following software:
• Work scheduling software (i.e. ClickSchedule)
• Microsoft Outlook and Word
• PDF maker/editor (i.e. Adobe Acrobat)

Responsibilities

• Inspects high voltage distribution construction work for compliance with contract and local, state and federal laws.
• Performs construction reviews of design documents and provides estimates for field changes.
• Prepares job site records and progress reports.
• Ensures technical adequacy of construction methods and techniques.
• Document site as built conditions.
• Work as qualified electrical worker to access energized equipment, analyze schematic diagrams, blue lining wiring diagrams, schedule and apply for clearances, perform primary switching, etc.
• Performs work on lines energized @ 120V through 21 KV; tests on high voltage circuits; environmental clean-up and transports hazardous material.
• Installs/removes/terminates/splices various types of cable; streetlight equipment; work site protection devices; residential and commercial meters; various excavations; overhead & underground residential & commercial services.
• Connects transformers.
• Assists electricians in wiring electric substations.
• Assists cable splicers in network underground systems.
• Operates various types of equipment and vehicles (may require class A license); mobile data terminals.
• Installs/repairs cubicle/transformer wells, transformers, capacitors & related line apparatus, sprinkler systems, landscaping.
• Inspects trench, pull box and vault installation; customer service facilities.
• Instructs & directs sub-ordinates.

Benefits

• Competitive Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• Retirement through Public Employees Retirement System 457 and 401(k) plans available
• Flexible Savings Account
• Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Employee and Spouse Life Insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED