Underground Lineman

Southwire • Miami, FL

417d • $87,360 - $95,680

About The Position

The Underground Lineman position at Southwire involves the safe repair and rejuvenation of medium to high voltage underground cables using advanced technology. This role is crucial for maintaining the reliability of electrical utilities across North America and offers long-term career opportunities with competitive benefits.

Requirements

• Relevant work experience as a Lineman, Class A, Class B Lineman, First Class Power Lineman, or Cable Splicer with current certification
• Experience with underground line work, including URD, fault location and repair, and switching
• Strong Lineman underground craftwork skills, including inline splices, terminations and elbows
• Ability to read circuit maps
• Basic computer skills and entry level proficiency with MS Office applications
• Understanding of basic construction skills
• Strong mechanical skills
• Familiarity with URD systems and cables, fault repair and switching
• Safe work record and a firm commitment to safety
• Valid driver's license and acceptable DMV record
• CDL preferred
• Passport and ability to travel to Canada preferred

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Novinium's patented technology
• Advanced knowledge of cable rejuvenation processes

Responsibilities

• Work safely with no electrical contact incidents or personal injuries
• Enhance and advance a below zero incident safety culture and behavior
• Comprehend and follow OSHA and company safety rules
• Responsible for the safety of all people at a worksite
• Operate TDR waveform and RF locating equipment to perform cable testing and analysis
• Place and operate cable injection equipment on de-energized and energized cables
• Perform air flow tests and prepare cable for injection activities
• Inject URD and feeder cables with Novinium patented repair/rejuvenation fluids
• Provide field service and set up injection equipment
• Switch medium voltage electrical circuits and write cable switching orders
• Climb poles to perform work if needed
• Coordinate injection and digging activities
• Maintain rolling stock and equipment
• Assist Team Leader with job planning and record daily work records
• Operate company vehicles and equipment, including bucket trucks
• Provide positive customer service

Benefits

• 401K with Matching & Pension Plan
• Family and Individual Insurance Packages (Health, Life, Dental, Vision)
• Paid Time Off & Holidays
• Long & Short-Term Disability
• Supplemental Insurance Plans
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Referral Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Advancement & Professional Growth opportunities
• Parental Leave

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Primary Metal Manufacturing
• Education Level: High school or GED