About The Position

Southern Electric Corporation, a Quanta Services, Inc. (NYSE:PWR) company, is an electrical utility contractor specializing in the construction of high-voltage transmission lines, underground, and distribution lines as well as providing emergency restoration services. A proven leader in the industry since 1985, SEC has earned a reputation of providing superior work with a strong focus on customer satisfaction and safety. We currently manage over 100 crews and nearly 2,000 pieces of late model equipment. Customers include investor-owned utilities, electric cooperatives, and municipalities throughout our work footprint. Our team is our family. We are 100% committed to the safety of our team members and providing industry leading training. We believe we can be the last job you ever want to apply for. Call us family! A Safetyman at Southern Electric Corporation classification will have received their training in an approved forty-two (42) month apprenticeship program or a certified testing program or must have nine (9) years of continuous line construction/maintenance experience. Foreman shall have a working knowledge of all aspects of line work and have the capability and expertise to work independently if required.

Requirements

  • May be required to relocate as work requirements demand.
  • May be required to hold a valid class “B” commercial driver’s license.
  • May be required to read and interpret blueprints.
  • Drives and operates conveyance machinery equipped with tools and materials to and from job site.
  • Adheres to all Company Safety and Health Policies
  • May work in storm restoration operations to rebuild and/or repair damaged power systems.
  • May attend training classes or seminars to gather knowledge of new processes, safety regulations and/or refresher training.
  • Works with limited supervision.
  • Lifting and handling materials up to 60 pounds unassisted.
  • Capable of climbing wooden poles and towers.
  • Walking and working across uneven terrain.
  • Climbing on and off large trucks and equipment.
  • Exposure to hot and cold weather conditions.

Responsibilities

  • Has worked in the line industry as an apprentice lineman for at least 4 years.
  • Must be able to conduct a Job Task Safety Analysis (JTSA) as required.
  • Perform work in a safe manner on energized and de-energized distribution systems.
  • Capable of safely installing and removing cover up material
  • Able to string, sag, and dead-end conductor.
  • Experienced in pole/tower climbing using fall protection systems.
  • Has the ability to troubleshoot problems on distribution systems?
  • Understands procedures to safely dig holes in the presence of underground utilities.
  • Ability to safely set/replace poles (wooden, steel, concrete) on an energized distribution system.
  • Capable of safely performing a re-conductor job
  • Understands minimum approach distances.
  • Capable of properly inspecting rubber goods, cover materials, and PPE
  • Has the skill sets to safely operate a digger derrick and bucket truck?
  • Inspects, maintains company equipment, and trucks in safe working order.
  • Able to safely install and remove mechanical jumpers.
  • Experienced in identifying primary and secondary voltage on a circuit.
  • Understands safe heavy lifting and rigging procedures.

Benefits

  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • 401K
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