Apprentice A Lineman - APA (GPC)

Overview

Install, maintain, and repair energized overhead distribution lines

Key Responsibilities

• high voltage
• troubleshooting
• equipment maintenance
• transformer installation
• fuse replacement
• pole setting

Tasks

-Frequently works with energized high voltage systems requiring skill and care to protect the lives of themselves and others. -Troubleshoots in primary and secondary systems. -Maintains company vehicles, equipment and tools in good working order. -Installs transformers, lightening arrestors, cutouts, crossarms, insulators, switches and switchgear. -Replaces fuses in transformers and clears faulted circuits and systems. -Sets poles and anchors.

Requirements

• high voltage
• cdl
• 3-year experience
• ppe
• grounding
• load buster

What You Bring

-Willing to work over-time when requested. -Willingness to glove/work live high voltage distribution power lines. -Able to read and communicate effectively in English. -Must be able to identify primary and secondary voltage on a circuit. -Able to work for extended periods in various locations, when required. -Must be able to climb different types of structures (wood, steel, etc.) and possess the necessary tools to do so. -Capable of working at heights and/or confined spaces. -Capable of installing and hooking up a single phase transformer. -3-year minimum of field experience. -Capable of checking voltage on transformers. -A Commercial Driver’s License is preferred. -Must be familiar with induced voltage. -Able to lift in excess of 50 lbs. -Able to obtain a Commercial Driver’s License permit within 60 days of employment. -Capable of tying in a primary conductor. -Capable of properly installing and removing PPE and cover up. -Must be able to effectively conduct a pre-job or tailgate briefing. -Understands how to phase out a line using phasing sticks. -Must be able to safely perform a reconductoring job. -Must be able to follow Company safety rules and all other Company policies. -Willingness to glove/work live high voltage distribution lines. -Understands how to obtain a one shot on a recloser. -Work safely while performing new construction, maintenance or repair work of energized and de-energized overhead work. -Able to travel long distances on short notice, when required. -Willing to work outside of the normal work schedule including weekends, holidays, and overtime as required for the position. -Must understand equipment set up and grounding. -Capable of safely setting a pole. -Capable of safely installing and removing mechanical jumpers. -Able to properly inspect rubber goods and PPE. -Must be able to work outside, frequently in inclement weather. -Able to perform rigorous physical labor. -Understands how to use a load buster tool. -Understands grounding procedures.

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