About This Role
This role involves assisting with the installation, operation, maintenance, and repair of overhead electrical power lines and systems, as well as transmission and substation facilities. It suits an individual who can operate motorized equipment, use hand tools, and perform routine maintenance on electrical equipment while adhering to safety guidelines.
Responsibilities
- Assist with installation, operation, maintenance and repair of overhead electrical power lines and systems
- Assist in the construction, operation, maintenance and repair of transmission and substation facilities
- Assist with service calls concerning power outages and electrical problems
- Operate motorized equipment, use hand tools, and perform routine maintenance on electrical equipment, machinery, and tools
- Follow safety guidelines as part of training
- Stock and service vehicles to be equipped to respond to emergency situations
- Be on call in the evenings and weekend on an alternating basis
- Work nights, weekends and holidays for extended periods
- Perform duties as part of recovery force during emergencies and disasters
- Work around hazardous equipment
- Work with energized parts or equipment
- Work in all temperatures and be exposed to nature
- Work at varying heights above ground, and/or in confined spaces with proper Personal Protective Equipment
Requirements
- Ability to maintain attention and concentration for extended periods of time
- Ability to work with hands above head for extended periods of time
- Ability to walk, climb, and work from ladders, or at various heights, on uneven and slippery surfaces, performing mentally/physically demanding work under unfavorable weather conditions while handling equipment or material
- Ability to work safely and efficiently from heights
- Ability to lift, move and maneuver heavy weights of up to 50 pounds on an infrequent basis, but up to 10 lbs weights on a frequent basis
- Ability to drive all vehicles and operate all equipment assigned to the line crew
- Capability of pulling, pushing, bending, stooping and kneeling on a frequent basis
- Sufficient eyesight to judge distances and coordination to get and use the appropriate equipment and tools and assist other line repairers
- Endurance necessary to perform these duties throughout a standard eight (8) hour day according to the schedule
- Ability to work long hours and overtime during holidays, emergencies, weekends, etc.
- Subject to call out work
- Ability to meet and maintain weight restrictions for bucket truck as identified by truck manufacturer
Benefits