Class C OH Distribution Lineman

5 Star Electric, LLC•Lexington, KY

15h•Onsite

About The Position

5 Star Electric, LLC (5 Star) is a premier full-service provider of electrical construction, maintenance, and repair services with offices in Western Kentucky and Dallas/Fort Worth, Texas. 5 Star specializes in Distribution and Transmission Power Line work, Substation, Industrial, Commercial, Streetlighting, and Fiber installations. The Overhead Distribution Lineman – C Class is responsible for all Groundman/Apprentice 1 responsibilities in addition to working de-energized lines and equipment.

Requirements

Thorough knowledge of methods, practices and equipment of electrical line work.
Thorough knowledge of the hazards of electrical work and necessary safety precautions.
Ability to climb poles and perform strenuous duties in a variety of weather conditions.
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 listed tools and equipment.
Ability to accurately read and record data from various types of meter dials.
Ability to work in inclement weather.
Ability to operate service truck.
Must be able to work outdoors in diverse terrain and in all weather conditions.
Physical capabilities required to safely operate a motor vehicle, in all driving conditions.
Possesses sight, strength and coordination necessary to safely and effectively operate heavy and light equipment and tools.
Lifts up to 50 pounds.
Climbs poles and works at heights.
Duties entail full-body exertion, strenuous lifting, carrying, pushing and pulling.
Required to stand, walk; and use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and the ability to adjust focus.
One to Two (1-2) years of experience or equivalent hours.
Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid State of Residence Driver License.
Must have a Valid Class A CDL and current medical examiner card.
Candidates must pass criminal and Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) background checks.
Pass a pre-employment drug screen.
Must complete OSHA 10hr Safety Training Program within 60 days.
Completion of formal training program or at least four years of verifiable experience including three years of energized work.
Successful completion of appropriate knowledge and skills examinations.
Compliance with Safety Performance Standards.
Completion of Insulate/Isolate Course.
Ability for frequent travel on needed training requirements and potential for overtime including storm work.

Responsibilities

Perform all Groundman/Apprentice 1 responsibilities.
Work on de-energized lines and equipment.
Dig holes and set poles for electrical lines.
String wire on new construction or in repairing line breaks.
Set and connect transformers and other electrical distribution equipment.
Climb poles and make necessary repairs.
Trim trees along electrical lines.
Respond to work orders for utility disconnections, reconnections, new orders, and other public works service.
Maintain assigned tools and equipment.
Stand on-call after working hours as needed and directed.
Ensure safety standards for self and crew.
Report all accidents/incidents to the foreman immediately.
Make the foreman aware of any known potential safety hazards that may exist.
Perform other duties as assigned.