Line Mechanic 1/C, Apprentice Acceptable

Overview

Construction and maintenance of energized power lines, transformers, and related equipment.

Key Responsibilities

• supervision
• transformer install
• meter service
• vehicle ops
• energized work
• complex construction

Tasks

-Directs work of other Linemen or Groundmen assisting him. (See Memorandum governing bonus pay for Chief Line and Lineman 1/C assigned additional supervisory responsibility dated 9/29/68.) -May be required to install instrument transformers; install, remove, connect or disconnect electric and/or gas meters and services. -Performs other related and less skilled work as directed, including operation of transportation equipment. -Under directive supervision does the most complicated construction and maintenance work on energized conductors, structures and equipment.

Requirements

• first aid
• electrical fundamentals
• polyphase
• second-class
• auto license
• 3+ years

What You Bring

-Must be familiar with Company's Safety Rules, approved methods of resuscitation on or off the ground, and able to render practical First Aid. -Must have working knowledge of electrical fundamentals as related to transmission and distribution construction and maintenance. -Technical Skills -Able to perform routine operations of moderate complexity and variety based on detailed instructions. Equivalent to about two years of high school. -Be agile -Must be able to make all types of polyphase transformer installations; do phasing and phase rotation on polyphase circuits; do distribution and transmission switching and sectionalizing when required; trace and clear grounds and opens on series circuits. -Good working knowledge of the layout and characteristics of the distribution and transmission lines in the area to which he is assigned. -Must be willing to work irregular and/or extra hours as required. -Strength and endurance adequate for arduous labor in all kinds of outdoor weather conditions. -Good working knowledge of Company's line practices and standards. -Should have had at least three years' experience as Second-Class Lineman or its equivalent, as evidenced by an appropriate test. -Normal health, physique and use of senses as indicated by passing the required physical examination given by a Company physician, including color perception. -Must be able to qualify for automobile operator's license. -Must be willing to work under unusual or special working conditions and surroundings, as well as the normal working conditions pertaining to this job.

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About New York State Electric & Gas

-Typical projects include grid upgrades, pipeline maintenance, and industrial electrification programs adding capacity and resilience. -Specializes in large-scale utilities infrastructure, energy distribution, and regional energy provision. -A standout fact: it manages both electric and natural gas networks under one roof, a legacy of 200+ utility consolidations.

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-applicants who are not u.s. citizens must comply with immigration requirements; no specific visa sponsorship is indicated.