Line Inspector - Traveling Crew

Overview

Helicopter passenger inspects overhead lines and rights‑of‑way for maintenance.

Key Responsibilities

• helicopter inspection
• infrared inspection
• ground inspection
• record keeping
• contract oversight
• public relations

Tasks

-To inspect, as a passenger in a helicopter, lines and related equipment for the purpose of determining and reporting existing conditions. -Assist in overseeing/reviewing various contractors used on the distribution and transmission systems. -Maintains a system of records sufficient to document deficiencies/hazards observed on the transmission system and relays this information to the appropriate division/district thereby ensuring corrective action is performed. -Performs summer and winter load infrared inspections. -To record, while in flight, information regarding observations of such things as line conditions and rights-of-way in order that permanent records may be made. -To practice the best public relations in connection with helicopter operations. -Performs detailed ground inspections to determine adequacy of pole plant and/or conditions on the right-of-way. -To perform regular helicopter patrols and make emergency patrols as required.

Requirements

• high school
• driver’s license
• line worker
• customer centric
• inspection records
• safety knowledge

What You Bring

-Must be able to carry out essential functions of classification. -Must be 18 years of age and a high school graduate or equivalent, preferably with additional training. -Must have valid motor vehicle operator’s license and a safe driving record. -Must have Line Worker 1/C experience. -Customer Centric (internal and/or External) -Must be proficient in the processing and handling of inspection records, contractor invoices, customer requests, etc. -To have a thorough knowledge of the safety instructions affecting the work and to perform the work accordingly.

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About Avangrid

-Born in 2015 from a merger with UIL Holdings, creating a national powerhouse from regional utilities. -Headquartered in Orange, Connecticut, with operations in 24 U.S. states. -Its utilities arm manages eight electric and natural gas systems. -Projects include onshore wind, solar, biomass, thermal plants, and grid upgrades. -Fully acquired by Iberdrola in late 2024, enhancing investment potential. -Key ventures include the nation's largest offshore wind project and the Maine Power upgrade. -Combines local legacy with large-scale clean energy ambition.

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