A Lineman - Underground (Halifax EMC)

Pike Corporation•Enfield, NC

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Position Summary: The Class A Lineman Underground is a skilled position in the construction, maintenance and repair of electrical underground distribution systems. Essential Functions: Works safely while performing new construction, maintenance or repair work of energized and de-energized underground work. Capable of leading crew members in the absence of the Foreman. Stringing overhead wire. Setting poles and anchors. Installing transformers, lightening arrestors, cutouts, crossarms, insulators, switches and switchgear. Troubleshooting trouble in primary and secondary systems. Replaces cutout fuses and clears faulted circuits and systems. Frequently works with energized high voltage systems requiring skill and care to protect the lives of themselves and others. Maintains company vehicles, equipment and tools in good working order. Performs all other related work as required to complete the job. Able to perform rigorous physical labor. Able to identify primary and secondary voltage on a circuit. Must be familiar with induced voltage. Understands grounding procedures. Capable of working at heights and/or confined spaces. Capable of properly installing and removing PPE and cover up. Must be able to climb different types of structures (wood, steel, etc.) and possess the necessary tools to do so. Understands how to phase out a line using phasing sticks. Capable of planning safe work based on a job print or work order. Understands how to obtain a one shot on a recloser. Must be able to effectively conduct a pre-job or tailgate briefing. Capable of safely installing and removing mechanical jumpers. Understands how to use a load bust tool. NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as requested to meet the ongoing needs of the organization

Requirements

5 - year minimum of field experience is required.
Able to obtain a Commercial Driver’s License permit within 60 days of employment. A Commercial Driver’s License is preferred.
Able to travel long distances on short notice, when required.
Able to work for extended periods in various locations, when required.
Able to lift in excess of 50 lbs.
Able to properly inspect rubber goods and PPE.
Must be able to follow Company safety rules and all other Company policies.
Willing to work over-time when requested.
Must be able to work outside, frequently in inclement weather.
Willing to work outside of the normal work schedule including weekends, holidays, and overtime as required for the position.

Responsibilities

Works safely while performing new construction, maintenance or repair work of energized and de-energized underground work.
Capable of leading crew members in the absence of the Foreman.
Stringing overhead wire.
Setting poles and anchors.
Installing transformers, lightening arrestors, cutouts, crossarms, insulators, switches and switchgear.
Troubleshooting trouble in primary and secondary systems.
Replaces cutout fuses and clears faulted circuits and systems.
Frequently works with energized high voltage systems requiring skill and care to protect the lives of themselves and others.
Maintains company vehicles, equipment and tools in good working order.
Performs all other related work as required to complete the job.
Able to perform rigorous physical labor.
Able to identify primary and secondary voltage on a circuit.
Must be familiar with induced voltage.
Understands grounding procedures.
Capable of working at heights and/or confined spaces.
Capable of properly installing and removing PPE and cover up.
Must be able to climb different types of structures (wood, steel, etc.) and possess the necessary tools to do so.
Understands how to phase out a line using phasing sticks.
Capable of planning safe work based on a job print or work order.
Understands how to obtain a one shot on a recloser.
Must be able to effectively conduct a pre-job or tailgate briefing.
Capable of safely installing and removing mechanical jumpers.
Understands how to use a load bust tool.