Journey Lineworker Line of Progression

Description

• Troubleshoots problems and determines extent of repairs on primary and secondary overhead or underground dead legs.
• Operates lift equipment such as aerial lifts and line truck booms.
• Climb poles using boot hooks or aerial lift.
• Receives and reviews work assignments and routes; plans routes, checks directions and locations; obtains vehicle safety inspection.
• May drive a Class A vehicle (i.e. bucket truck and line truck) to and from the job site. May drive a company pickup truck or passenger vehicle to job sites and work locations, meetings and training and will may use vehicle to go to vendor locations and pick up or deliver supplies and materials.
• Keep records for equipment repairs and replacements.
• Uses metal detectors to locate buried facilities; infrared sensor to determine status of underground connections.
• Inspects the condition of overhead and underground distribution facilities which includes manholes and vaults which require ladder climbing and an environment with tight spaces.
• Utilize hand held computers and Global positioning systems (GPS).
• Lifts metal cabinet doors.
• Conducts daily vehicle inspections.
• Loads and unloads tools, materials and supplies into and out of vehicles at crew headquarters and job site.
• Hangs and energizes transformers.
• Loads and unloads tools, materials, and equipment off of hand lines while standing on elevated structures that include: Wood poles and insulated work platforms.
• Journey Lineworker may provide back-up relief in temporary absence of Crew Lead; direct work to other crewmembers and act as a leader.
• Attends daily / regularly schedule tailboard meetings or communicates with supervisor to learn safety guidelines / potential hazards in compliance with Utility standard.
• Perform detailed paper work, documenting work performed, to record site locations, findings, identified problems, proposed solutions, and estimated time frames.
• Walks, climbs, bend, kneel, crawls or squats to access structures and equipment.
• Uses log sheets to write up maintenance tags and describe findings in field for entry into database.
• Unlocks / re-locks gates, doors, enclosures and manholes, as needed.
• Installs and replaces equipment, meters and streetlights.
• Tests, frames; sets and/or anchors poles; strings electric power lines and install cross-arms.
• Drives company vehicle on designated inspections route and /or to offsite training. Fuels vehicle at designated fueling stations as needed.
• Reviews job work requirements and provides input regarding work for the day.
• Operates forklift to load and unload work materials and supplies.
• Operates hydraulic equipment including: drills, boom truck, digger, pole tamper, hydraulic jack and bucket truck once certified.
• Perform journey level line work and minor repairs that can be safely performed without help (e. g. remove low pole steps, repair broken ground moldings, repair high voltage signs and other PG&E identifiers on underground enclosures, remove / repair bolts on lids and locking devices on pad mounted equipment).
• Work will include the use of hand and power tools; digging holes by hand for pole installation; climbing ladders, poles, embankments and towers; working at heights above 35’ on poles and in aerial lifts; setting grounds; working with live circuits; and working in trenches, manholes and confined spaces.
• Uses hand and power tools to open access panels, lift manhole covers, remove or secure damaged equipment; remove broken parts or debris; make minor repairs to gain access.
• Communicates in person, by phone and by radio with supervisors/public officials, customers and other departments regarding findings, identified problems, proposed solutions, and estimated time frames and to gain access, as needed.
• Use digital cameras to document field conditions.
• Take voltage readings.
• Performs substation switching; installs and replaces switches, circuit protection equipment, insulators, meters and streetlights.
• Sets and installs underground structures, locates, pulls, removes, splices or terminates cables.
• Lifts, pulls and carries insulators, cross-arms, equipment, tools, grounds, dampers, and other materials to and from job sites.
• Provides on-the-job training, orientation, demonstration and assistance to apprentice lineworkers.

Requirements

• Must have passed a California DMV medical exam by first day of employment
• Ability to work and drive in all types of weather and road conditions
• Must attend all mandated OSHA and company training.
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Utility Journey Lineworker experience preferred
• Ability to lift and carry up to 100 pounds
• If hired as Provisional, must complete the provisional training plan within one year from hire date.
• High School diploma, GED or equivalent work experience
• Completion of Lineworker apprenticeship from a Utility preferred
• Post-Offer Phys Assessment Lineworkers
• Experience in transmission and distribution work, underground and numerous voltages
• Completion of a federal or state sanctioned lineworker apprenticeship with approved supporting documentation and/or union or union-affiliated sponsored lineworker apprenticeship
• Capable to work extended hours, nights, weekends and holidays
• Effective team player with strong communication skills
• Ability to wear company provided Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
• Travels by vehicle, motor boat or off-road utility vehicle (OUV) to access job sites
• Ability to travel and transfer to a new headquarter upon request at any time; throughout the entire PG&E service territory
• Experienced in rubber gloving and hot stick procedures
• Must possessed a valid California Class A driving permit by first day of employment
• Travels to various job locations within geographical assigned region (for General Construction).
• 2 years of Journey Lineworker experience if an outside line apprenticeship was completed

Benefits

• Journey Assessment of Lineworker Progression

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance