Lineworker A - I-Local 1194 - OH Operations -Sandusky Line Shop

FirstEnergy•Sandusky, OH

11d•Onsite

About The Position

FirstEnergy is a forward-thinking electric utility powered by a diverse team of employees committed to making customers’ lives brighter, the environment better and our communities stronger. FirstEnergy (NYSE: FE) is dedicated to integrity, safety, reliability and operational excellence. Headquartered in Akron, Ohio, FirstEnergy includes one of the nation's largest investor-owned electric systems, more than 24,000 miles of transmission lines that connect the Midwest and Mid-Atlantic regions, and a regulated generating fleet with a total capacity of more than 3,500 megawatts. This is an open position with Ohio Edison Co., a subsidiary of FirstEnergy Corp. This is a full-time, on-site position located in Sandusky, Ohio. All Journeyworker Lineworker classifications and the associated line of progression are represented by IBEW. This position is a DOT (Department of Transportation) covered classification and is subject to random drug and/or alcohol screening. We are hiring qualified Journeyworker Lineworker to work throughout our service territory in Distribution. Open positions are predominantly in Ohio, however additional locations and classifications could become available at any time based on changing business needs. Journeyworker Lineworker are responsible for building and maintaining electric power systems and for restoring electric service to commercial, industrial, agricultural and residential customers. They are expected to test, frame and set poles; climb poles, work in confined spaces; splice and terminate cables. Our Lineworker will have had successfully completed a federal or state sanctioned apprenticeship (with approved supporting documentation) and/or IBEW sponsored line worker apprenticeship. Work is predominantly outdoors and in all weather conditions. Lineworkers must be able to drive safely, work extended hours; travel/transfer to new headquarter upon request at any time (General Construction Positions), and wear company provided Personal Protective Equipment. FirstEnergy is providing the hourly rate that the company in good faith believes it might pay for this position at the time of the job posting. This position is subject to collectively bargained hourly wage rates and increases. The starting wage rate for this position is $48.13 per hour with a top rate of $53.54. This wage rate is specific to the locality of the job. The wage rate is based on multiple factors, including, but not limited to, specific skills, education, licenses or certifications, experience, market value, geographic location, collective bargaining agreements, and internal equity.

Requirements

Completion of a federal or state sanctioned line worker apprenticeship with approved supporting documentation (e.g. IBEW Journeyworker Lineworker A Ticket) and/or union or union-affiliated sponsored line worker apprenticeship
Must possessed a valid Class A driving permit by first day of employment
Must have passed a DMV medical exam by first day of employment
Must be at least 18 years of age
High School diploma, GED or equivalent work experience
Ability to wear company provided Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Ability to lift and carry up to 100 pounds
Ability to work and drive in all types of weather and road conditions
Capable to operate hydraulic equipment including: drills, boom truck, digger, pole tamper, hydraulic jack and bucket truck once certified.
Capable to operate lift equipment such as aerial lifts and line truck booms.
Capable to operate forklift to load and unload work materials and supplies.
If hired as Provisional, must complete the provisional training plan within one year from hire date.
Successful candidates must pass the following pre-employment requirements prior to beginning employment: drug screen, background check, Post Offer Physical (POPA)
Experienced in rubber gloving and hot stick procedures
Experience in transmission and distribution work, underground and numerous voltages
Effective team player with strong communication skills
Must have qualified on all prerequisite tests prior to submitting an application; and all secondary tests prior to interviewing.

Nice To Haves

Qualified on all prerequisite tests prior to submitting an application; and all secondary tests prior to interviewing.

Responsibilities

Travels to various job locations within geographical assigned region (for General Construction).
Reviews job work requirements and provides input regarding work for the day.
Loads and unloads tools, materials and supplies into and out of vehicles at crew headquarters and job site.
Lifts, pulls and carries insulators, cross-arms, equipment, tools, grounds, dampers, and other materials to and from job sites.
Loads and unloads tools, materials, and equipment off of hand lines while standing on elevated structures that include: Wood poles and insulated work platforms.
Climb poles using boot hooks or aerial lift.
Tests, frames; sets and/or anchors poles; strings electric power lines and install cross-arms.
Hangs and energizes transformers.
Take voltage readings.
Troubleshoots problems and determines extent of repairs on primary and secondary overhead or underground dead legs.
Work will include the use of hand and power tools; digging holes by hand for pole installation; climbing ladders, poles, embankments and towers; working at heights above 35’ on poles and in aerial lifts; setting grounds; working with live circuits; and working in trenches, manholes and confined spaces.
Sets and installs underground structures, locates, pulls, removes, splices or terminates cables.
Installs and replaces equipment, meters and streetlights.
Operates hydraulic equipment including: drills, boom truck, digger, pole tamper, hydraulic jack and bucket truck once certified.
Operates lift equipment such as aerial lifts and line truck booms.
Operates forklift to load and unload work materials and supplies.
Travels by vehicle, motor boat or off-road utility vehicle (OUV) to access job sites
May drive a Class A vehicle (i.e. bucket truck and line truck) to and from the job site.
May drive a company pickup truck or passenger vehicle to job sites and work locations, meetings and training and will may use vehicle to go to vendor locations and pick up or deliver supplies and materials.
Conducts daily vehicle inspections
Journeyworker Lineworker may provide back-up relief in temporary absence of foreman; direct work to other crewmembers and act as a leader.
Must attend all mandated OSHA and company training.
Provides on-the-job training, orientation, demonstration and assistance to apprentice lineworker.

Benefits

company-sponsored pension plan
401(k) savings plan with matching employer contribution
choice of medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, and life insurance programs
skills development training with tuition reimbursement
Robust Career Development Program
Overtime opportunities
Paid Vacation Time
Paid time off to perform volunteer work (VTO)
Healthy Living Wellness Program
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Active Employee Business Resource Groups (EBRGs)