B Lineman - Transmission (Duke)

Description

• Frequently works with energized high voltage systems requiring skill and care to protect the lives of themselves and others.
• Maintains company vehicles, equipment and tools in good working order.
• Stringing overhead wire.
• Setting poles and anchors.

Requirements

• Able to properly inspect rubber goods, cover and PPE.
• Understands flag and tag procedures.
• Understands equipment set up and grounding.
• Able to read and communicate effectively in English.
• Willing to work outside of the normal work schedule including weekends, holidays, and overtime as required for the position.
• Capable of properly installing and removing PPE and cover up.
• Proficient in understanding and reading blueprints.
• Possesses a working knowledge of grounding techniques.
• Able to travel long distances on short notice, when required.
• 3-year minimum of field experience.
• Capable of safely setting a pole.
• Understands proper use of phasing sticks.
• Able to lift in excess of 50 lbs.
• Must be able to follow Company safety rules and all other Company policies.
• Work safely while performing new construction, maintenance or repair work of energized and de-energized transmission work.
• Able to work for extended periods in various locations, when required.
• Must be able to work outside, frequently in inclement weather.
• Understands all concepts of grounding procedures.
• Proficient in Pole/Tower Climbing.
• Able to change pole framing and insulators with line energized from hooks or bucket.
• Able to identify wire sizes.
• Capable of checking voltage on transformers.
• Able to obtain knowledge of bare hand work 44KV and 100KV.
• Proficient in all aspects of heaving lifting and rigging.
• Understands minimum approach distance.
• Capable of safely installing and removing mechanical jumpers.
• Able to identify transmission primary and secondary voltage on a circuit.
• Capable of performing basic bucket rescue/escape.
• Willingness to glove/work high voltage transmission lines.
• Understands grounding procedures.
• Capable of operating wire tensioner equipment.
• Troubleshooting problems on transmission systems.
• Understands how to obtain a one shot on a recloser.
• Must be able to climb different types of structures (wood, steel, etc.) and possess the necessary tools to do so.
• Must be familiar with induced voltage.
• A Commercial Driver’s License is preferred.
• Willing to work over-time when requested.
• Capable of clipping in transmission conductor.
• Able to properly inspect rubber goods and PPE.
• Capable of working at heights and/or confined spaces.
• Proficient at operation of sideloader, bucket and derrick.
• Understands the requirements for proper line clearances.
• Must be able to effectively conduct a pre-job or tailgate briefing.
• Understands how to phase out a line using phasing sticks.
• Able to perform rigorous physical labor.
• Able to obtain a Commercial Driver’s License permit within 60 days of employment.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance