Description

Key responsibilities include directing crew productivity, safety and quality while installing, removing and bracing poles; coordinating work with other utilities and contractors; interpreting blueprints, schematics and feeder maps; and delivering construction prints to builders. The mechanic also performs switching, phasing and grounding of circuits, investigates service failures, makes emergency repairs, replaces equipment such as fuses, transformers and reclosers, and serves as a field ambassador for customer interactions.

Additional duties involve conducting feeder patrols, preparing sketches and reports, installing capacitors, regulators and telecommunications gear, splicing and terminating cables in trenches or ducts, and training lower‑classified employees per Overhead Progression Program guidelines. The role requires the use of specialized tools, aerial lifts, excavation equipment and hazardous‑material handling, as well as accurate completion of timesheets and inspection reports.

• Lead a single crew in overhead and underground construction and maintenance up to 600 V.
• Ensure crew productivity, quality control, and adherence to safety standards.
• Coordinate installations with other utilities, contractors and builders on site.
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, feeder maps and construction drawings.
• Deliver construction prints to builders and verify job‑site readiness.
• Perform switching, phasing, grounding and LOTO procedures on energized circuits up to 13 kV under supervision.
• Investigate and troubleshoot service failures, conduct emergency repairs and replace faulty equipment.
• Install and replace fuses, transformers, regulators, reclosers, capacitors and other distribution components.
• Conduct feeder patrols, prepare sketches, diagrams and written reports for system improvements.
• Install, splice and terminate cables in trenches, ducts and open‑air locations.
• Serve as field ambassador, address customer complaints, and provide emergency service restoration.
• Train and mentor lower‑classified employees in line‑mechanic tasks per progression program.
• Complete required forms, timesheets, inspection reports and maintain accurate documentation.
• Participate in overtime and on‑call rotations as required by labor agreement.

Requirements

The Journey Line Mechanic (Journey Line) builds on the Apprentice Line Mechanic Primary role and leads a single crew in constructing and maintaining overhead and underground (URD) distribution systems up to 600 V. The position is part of the Overhead Progression Program, which requires testing and up-or-out advancement.

Minimum qualifications are demonstrated experience as an Apprentice Line Mechanic Primary, knowledge of transmission and distribution specifications, ability to read construction drawings and follow safety regulations, and required licenses (Class A restricted CDL, Class 7‑D operating engineer, flagger certification). Strong verbal and written communication, IT proficiency and willingness to work overtime and be on call are also required. Preferred qualifications and additional certifications are a plus.

• Possess a valid Class A restricted CDL, Class 7‑D operating engineer license and flagger certification.
• Demonstrate knowledge of transmission and distribution specifications, safety regulations and first‑aid practices.
• Communicate effectively in writing and verbally, and utilize information technology tools.

Benefits

Compensation includes an hourly rate starting at $55.69, a 4 % annual bonus, 401(k) match, medical/dental/vision coverage, life and disability insurance, generous paid time off, parental leave, employee assistance, tuition reimbursement, fitness reimbursement and a referral bonus. Benefits may vary based on service length, job grade or union status.

• Earn an hourly rate starting at $55.69, with a 4 % annual bonus and 401(k) match.
• Receive medical, dental and vision insurance, life and disability coverage.
• Access generous paid time off, parental leave, tuition reimbursement, fitness reimbursement and employee assistance programs.
• Eligible for referral bonuses and additional wellness benefits.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance