Class C OH Lineman - Athens, OH

5 Star Electric, LLC•Grove City, OH

About The Position

The Class C Lineman performs Groundman/Apprentice 1 responsibilities and works on de-energized lines and equipment. The role involves electrical line construction, maintenance, repair, and utility service work. The lineman is responsible for following safety standards, maintaining assigned tools and equipment, and reporting incidents and potential hazards to the foreman. The position may require on-call work after hours, travel for training, overtime, and storm work.

Requirements

One to two years of experience or equivalent hours.
Thorough knowledge of electrical line-work methods, practices, and equipment, and of electrical-work hazards and necessary safety precautions.
Ability to climb poles and perform strenuous duties in varied weather conditions and diverse terrain.
Ability to follow oral and written instructions and communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Ability to work with angry or difficult customers.
Skill in operating the listed tools and equipment and ability to operate a service truck.
Ability to accurately read and record data from various types of meter dials.
Ability to safely operate a motor vehicle in all driving conditions.
Sight, strength, and coordination needed to operate heavy and light equipment and tools safely and effectively.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform strenuous full-body work, including lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling; stand, walk, and use hands to handle or operate objects, tools, or controls.
Ability to work at heights and outdoors in diverse terrain and all weather conditions.
Close and distance vision and ability to adjust focus.
Possess or be able to obtain a valid driver license from the state of residence.
Valid Class A CDL and current medical examiner card.
Pass criminal and Motor Vehicle Record background checks and a pre-employment drug screen.
Complete OSHA 10-hour Safety Training Program within 60 days.
Complete a formal training program or have at least four years of verifiable experience, including three years of energized work.
Successfully complete appropriate knowledge and skills examinations and comply with Safety Performance Standards.
Complete the Insulate/Isolate Course and receive critical review and recommendations from Operations and Safety/Training.
Ability to travel frequently for required training and potentially work overtime, including storm work.
Remain on-call after working hours as needed and directed.

Nice To Haves

May be employee performance tested to a higher level through testing and verifiable experience.

Responsibilities

Perform Groundman/Apprentice 1 responsibilities and work on de-energized lines and equipment.
Apply knowledge of electrical line-work methods, practices, equipment, hazards, and safety precautions.
Dig holes and set poles for electrical lines.
String wire for new construction and line-break repairs.
Set and connect transformers and other electrical distribution equipment.
Climb poles and make necessary repairs.
Trim trees along electrical lines and perform related work.
Respond to work orders for utility disconnections, reconnections, new orders, and other public works service.
Operate a service truck and listed tools and equipment.
Read and record data from various types of meter dials.
Maintain assigned tools and equipment.
Ensure safety standards for oneself and the crew; report accidents and incidents to the foreman immediately and identify known potential safety hazards.
Work on-call after hours as needed and directed.
Perform other duties as assigned.