Job Duties and Responsibilities
• Work safely while performing new construction, maintenance, or repair work of energized and de-energized conductors. Capable setting poles and anchors according to safety policies and specifications.
• Maintains company vehicles, equipment, and tools in good working order.
• Able to perform rigorous physical labor.
• Capable of learning distribution voltages on a circuit. Must be familiar with induced voltage.
• Capable of learning to understand and read blueprints. Capable of assisting with inspecting and recognizing structural problems.
• Able to work productively from an aerial device.
• Able and willing to function within a team environment and share knowledge with fellow crew members as appropriate.
• Able to work alone on de-energized lines. Capable of obtaining knowledge of wire stringing techniques.
• Capable of learning and understanding how to sag wire from structure or bucket.
• Able to assist with assembly and erect poles to all heights. Able to assist in framing and setting most basic line structures. Able to assist in framing a de-energized pole structure in the air.
• Able to assist with installing all types of compression connections.
• Capable of working at heights and/or confined spaces.
• Capable of properly installing and removing PPE and cover up. Capable of properly inspecting rubber goods, covers and PPE.
• Must be able to climb different types of structures (wood, steel, etc.) and possess the necessary tools to do so.
• Understands how to tie various lineman knots. Capable of creating and using a hand line.
• Understands grounding procedures.
• Understands principles of proper equipment set-up.
• Able to identify different types of materials used in line work.
• Understands minimum approach distance.
• Understands flag and tag procedures.
• Capable of performing basic bucket rescue/escape.
• All other duties as assigned.
Job Requirements
• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Requires journeyman level experience installing and maintaining overhead and underground power lines.
• Valid CDL A is required.
• First Aid Certification is required.
• Competency in CPR and pole top rescue is required.
• Must be able to pass drug, alcohol, and background checks.
• Must be able to pass a physical examination.
• Able and willing to travel long distances on short notice.
• Able and willing to work for extended periods in various locations.
• Able and willing to work in all types of weather environments including inclement weather.
• Able and willing to work overtime when required.
• Understanding of the utility industry and operations.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Excellent organization and time management skills.
• High level of professionalism and integrity.
• Excellent leadership and management skills.
• Ability to make decisions.
• Ability to process and analyze data.

Working Conditions
• Work is performed outside in all types of weather environments.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to bend, climb, stoop, stand, and lift for long periods of time.
• Substantial movements of the hands, wrists, and/or fingers.
• Required to have close visual acuity to perform job duties.