Transmission Lineman

Power Corporation of America • Bastrop, TX

306d

About The Position

The Journeyman Lineman (transmission) is a skilled position in the construction, maintenance & repair of overhead electrical transmission systems. This position works in various locations/requires travel to other states depending on customer needs.

Requirements

• 5-years minimum recent field experience.
• Able to obtain a CDL within 90 days of employment (preferred already obtained).
• Able to lift 50 lbs.
• Able to work overtime frequently & travel long distances.
• Able to read/write & communicate effectively.
• Must have acceptable MVR/background.
• Must pass a pre-employment drug screen & adhere to Company drug policy throughout employment.
• Capable of taking & following directions.
• Capable of conducting a pre-job or tailgate briefing effectively.
• Work as a team member.
• Meet E-Verification requirements.

Responsibilities

• Work safely on new construction, maintenance, or repair work on energized/de-energized transmission systems.
• Install transformers, lightning arrestors, cutouts, crossarms, insulators, switches & switchgear.
• Replace fuses in transformers & clear the faulted circuits/systems.
• Complete the installation & hookup of a single-phase transformer.
• Lead a crew in assembly & erection of structures.
• Perform basic bucket rescue.
• String overhead wire.
• Set poles & anchors.
• Work with energized high voltage systems requiring skill & care.
• Troubleshoot problems on transmission systems.
• Proficient in all aspects of transmission linework.
• Properly sag wire.
• Understand how to properly phase out a line using phasing sticks.
• Identify transmission primary & secondary voltage on a circuit.
• Safely install & remove mechanical jumpers.
• Obtain knowledge of hot stick work on energized lines.
• Understand dead ending & sagging operations for all conductors.
• Understand grounding procedures, minimum approach distances, excavation & shoring requirements.
• Use Kellum grips appropriately.
• Flag & tag procedures.
• Obtain a one shot on a recloser.
• Familiar with various types of materials used in linework.
• Execute hot line work on conductor systems.
• Identify & locate puller & tensioner setups.
• Obtain knowledge in bare hand work- 44Kv & 500Kv.
• Familiar with induced voltage.
• Climb various structures (wood, steel, etc.) and have the tools to do so.
• Operate digger derrick proficiently.
• Perform heavy lifting & rigging.
• Complete all required safety training & understand DOT and OSHA standards.
• Maintain company vehicles/equipment/tools in good working order.
• Function well in a high-paced & at times stressful environment.
• Perform all other related work as required to complete the job in its entirety.

Benefits

• Equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants.
• Prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type.

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees