EXPERIENCED Overhead Journeyman Lineman

NextEra Energy•Miami Lakes, FL

About The Position

Florida Power & Light Company is the largest electric utility in the U.S., providing reliable energy to nearly 12 million Floridians. With one of the nation’s most fuel-efficient, cost-effective power generation fleets and industry-leading reliability, we’re redefining what’s possible in energy. Want to be part of something powerful? Join our outstanding team and help shape the future of energy. Position Specific Description Florida Power & Light is seeking highly skilled and experienced Distribution Journeyman Linemen to join our dynamic and dedicated team. As a Journeyman Lineman, you will play a pivotal role in installing, maintaining, and repairing electrical power systems, ensuring uninterrupted power supply to customers while adhering to all safety standards and regulations. Join us and make a significant impact in powering the future of Florida. If you are looking to enhance your career with the world's largest utility company, where your skills are highly valued and your safety is of upmost importance, FPL is the right fit for you. Benefits and Compensation: $10,000 Sign-on Bonus: We value your expertise and commitment to enhancing our team. As a sign of appreciation, we offer a lucrative sign-on bonus of $10,000. Up to $10,500 Relocation Assistance: Ready to relocate and join our team? We're here to support your smooth transition. Eligible candidates may qualify for up to $10,500 in relocation assistance to help cover expenses and settle into your new home. Position may be based at any location throughout FPL's service territory in the state of Florida.Job OverviewLine Specialist will be expected to safely perform all associated tasks with the construction and maintenance of all overhead and underground facilities (excluding vaults, manholes, and hot compounds). They must be able to safely trouble shoot and repair all distribution circuits and equipment. Be able to prepare all associated paperwork. Line Specialist may work alone or be assigned to work with one (1) person in a lower classification ie: groundman, apprentice, or helper, without direct supervision of a foreman (line, working or lead specialist). Be responsible for working all jobs in accordance with company design standards and work methods. May be required to work extended hours in inclement weather, may be required to travel throughout the system in cases of emergencies, storms, to restore the system.

Requirements

Must have completed the FPL apprentice lineman program or another recognized program
Must be proficient with live line maintenance, including the use of hot sticks and the FPL gloving procedures
Must possess climbing skills
Must be able to work in direct sunlight or at night
Must be physically able to do all assigned tasks
Must have or be able to obtain a valid CDL
Must have held and /or worked in the classification of Line Specialist or its equivalent for twenty-four (24) months.

Nice To Haves

Proficient with live line maintenance (gloving) up to twenty three (23) KV and the use of hot sticks for all voltages
Bucket Truck Rescue Certification
Pole Top Rescue Certification
Tower Rescue Certification

Responsibilities

safely perform all associated tasks with the construction and maintenance of all overhead and underground facilities (excluding vaults, manholes, and hot compounds)
safely trouble shoot and repair all distribution circuits and equipment
prepare all associated paperwork
work all jobs in accordance with company design standards and work methods
work extended hours in inclement weather
travel throughout the system in cases of emergencies, storms, to restore the system