Class B OH Distribution Lineman - Hazard, Pikeville, Ashland KY

5 Star Electric, LLC•Clay, KY

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About The Position

The Overhead Distribution Lineman – B Class performs Groundman and Class C Lineman responsibilities and works on energized and de-energized lines and equipment. The role involves overhead electrical distribution construction, maintenance, and repair, including pole setting and repair, wire stringing, transformer and equipment installation, tree trimming, and responding to utility service orders. The lineman maintains assigned tools and equipment, may operate a service truck, and is on call after working hours as needed and directed. The role is responsible for following safety standards, protecting personal and crew safety, and promptly reporting incidents and potential hazards to the foreman. The work is performed outdoors in diverse terrain and all weather conditions, involves climbing poles and working at heights, strenuous physical activity, and may require frequent travel, overtime, and storm work. Crews may work 40–60 hours per week. The position is classified as non-exempt. The job description states that its listed duties are not exhaustive and may change at the employer’s discretion.

Requirements

Two to three years of experience or equivalent hours.
Completion of a formal training program or at least four years of verifiable experience, including three years of energized work.
Clean, valid Class A CDL and current medical examiner card.
Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid driver license in the state of residence.
Successful completion of appropriate knowledge and skills examinations.
Completion of the Insulate/Isolate Course and critical review and recommendations from Operations and Safety/Training.
Must complete OSHA 10-hour Safety Training Program within 60 days.
Compliance with Safety Performance Standards.
Ability to work outdoors in diverse terrain and all weather conditions.
Ability to climb poles, work at heights, and perform strenuous duties.
Ability to follow oral and written instructions and communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Ability to operate a service truck and listed tools and equipment.
Ability to work with difficult customers.
Ability to accurately read and record meter-dial data.
Physical ability to safely operate a motor vehicle in all driving conditions and safely operate heavy and light equipment and tools.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform strenuous lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling; stand, walk, and use hands to handle or operate objects, tools, or controls.
Close and distance vision and ability to adjust focus.
Must pass criminal and motor vehicle record background checks and a pre-employment drug screen.
Must be willing to work overtime and storm work; crews may work 40–60 hours per week.
Ability to travel frequently for required training and potential overtime, including storm work.
May be employee-performance-tested to a higher level based on testing and verifiable experience.

Responsibilities

Perform Groundman and Class C Lineman responsibilities, including work on energized and 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 utility work orders for 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 accurately.
Maintain assigned tools and equipment.
Work with customers, including angry or difficult customers, and follow oral and written instructions while communicating effectively.
Remain on call after working hours as needed and directed.
Ensure safety standards for oneself and the crew; report accidents and incidents promptly to the foreman and notify the foreman of known potential hazards.
Perform other duties as assigned.