Distribution Journey Lineman for South Texas

Overview

Perform and maintain high-voltage distribution line and substation work.

Key Responsibilities

• power systems
• machinery operation
• equipment maintenance
• blueprint reading
• storm restoration
• safety compliance

Tasks

-Perform work in a safe manner on energized and de-energized distribution systems. -Drives and operates conveyance machinery equipped with tools and materials to and from job site. -May attend training classes or seminars to gather knowledge of new processes, safety regulations and/or refresher training. -Climbing on and off large trucks and equipment. -Inspects, maintains company equipment, and trucks in safe working order. -May be required to read and interpret blueprints. -Lifting and handling materials up to 60 pounds unassisted. -May work in storm restoration operations to rebuild and/or repair damaged power systems. -Adheres to all Company Safety and Health Policies

Requirements

• apprentice lineman
• class b
• pole climbing
• digger derrick
• jtsa
• troubleshooting

What You Bring

-Understands procedures to safely dig holes in the presence of underground utilities. -Has worked in the line industry as an apprentice lineman for at least 4 years. -Capable of safely performing a re-conductor job -Has the ability to troubleshoot problems on distribution systems? -Must be able to conduct a Job Task Safety Analysis (JTSA) as required. -Able to safely install and remove mechanical jumpers. -Experienced in identifying primary and secondary voltage on a circuit. -Ability to safely set/replace poles (wooden, steel, concrete) on an energized distribution system. -Capable of climbing wooden poles and towers. -Walking and working across uneven terrain. -Able to string, sag, and dead-end conductor. -Understands minimum approach distances. -Has the skill sets to safely operate a digger derrick and bucket truck? -Capable of safely installing and removing cover up material -Capable of properly inspecting rubber goods, cover materials, and PPE -Exposure to hot and cold weather conditions. -May be required to hold a valid class “B” commercial driver’s license. -Experienced in pole/tower climbing using fall protection systems. -Understands safe heavy lifting and rigging procedures.

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About Southern Electric Corporation

-Founded in 1985 in Mississippi as a residential and commercial electrical contractor. -Expanded in the early 1990s into overhead and underground high-voltage utility markets. -Services span transmission, overhead and underground distribution, industrial/commercial wiring, street lighting, and storm restoration. -Typical projects include high-voltage line builds, mountain-terrain installations, and emergency disaster recovery. -Known for tackling extreme-terrain jobs and committed to innovation in safety and human performance.

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