Line Maintainer Helper
About The Position
Patrols electric lines. Assists with troubleshooting service interruptions and electrical outages. Assists in the construction, operation and maintenance of electric transmission and distribution lines under close supervision of a qualified Line Maintainer Journeyman or those of higher classification. Assists in maintaining inventory of test equipment. Assists in investigating customer complaints pertaining to voltage problems, required to climb poles, etc., and takes corrective action. Climbs poles to install wires, line hardware, insulators, crossarms, wooden timbers, and any other apparatus. Repairs electric distribution systems and substations in order to maintain service to customers. Learns the operation of a digger truck and usage of lineman tools. Troubleshoots overhead and underground circuits. Assists in switching and restoring service on distribution lines and substations. Performs other duties as assigned or requested.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED Certificate.
- 6 - 12 months experience in Electric Construction.
- 6 - 12 months experience in Electrical Field.
- Enrollment in the Apprenticeship Program is required in accordance with standards.
- Requires a Valid Driver's License or CDL Learner's Permit, Class "A" (subject to motor vehicle review) Learners permit is to be validated to CDL license within (6) months from date of employment.
Responsibilities
- Patrols electric lines.
- Assists with troubleshooting service interruptions and electrical outages.
- Assists in the construction, operation and maintenance of electric transmission and distribution lines under close supervision of a qualified Line Maintainer Journeyman or those of higher classification.
- Assists in maintaining inventory of test equipment.
- Assists in investigating customer complaints pertaining to voltage problems, required to climb poles, etc., and takes corrective action.
- Climbs poles to install wires, line hardware, insulators, crossarms, wooden timbers, and any other apparatus.
- Repairs electric distribution systems and substations in order to maintain service to customers.
- Learns the operation of a digger truck and usage of lineman tools.
- Troubleshoots overhead and underground circuits.
- Assists in switching and restoring service on distribution lines and substations.
- Performs other duties as assigned or requested.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
