B Lineman - Transmission

Overview

Install, maintain, and repair high‑voltage transmission lines and equipment.

Key Responsibilities

• high voltage
• stringing wire
• pole setting
• vehicle maintenance

Tasks

-Frequently works with energized high voltage systems requiring skill and care to protect the lives of themselves and others. -Stringing overhead wire. -Setting poles and anchors. -Maintains company vehicles, equipment and tools in good working order.

Requirements

• cdl
• climbing
• grounding
• troubleshooting
• rigging
• 3-year experience

What You Bring

-Must be familiar with induced voltage. -Understands equipment set up and grounding. -Must be able to work outside, frequently in inclement weather. -Must be able to follow Company safety rules and all other Company policies. -Capable of properly installing and removing PPE and cover up. -Understands the requirements for proper line clearances. -Must be able to climb different types of structures (wood, steel, etc.) and possess the necessary tools to do so. -Understands flag and tag procedures. -Capable of clipping in transmission conductor. -Capable of performing basic bucket rescue/escape. -A Commercial Driver’s License is preferred. -Proficient in Pole/Tower Climbing. -Able to obtain knowledge of bare hand work 44KV and 100KV. -Proficient at operation of sideloader, bucket and derrick. -Understands how to phase out a line using phasing sticks. -3-year minimum of field experience. -Capable of safely setting a pole. -Capable of checking voltage on transformers. -Able to identify transmission primary and secondary voltage on a circuit. -Able to travel long distances on short notice, when required. -Understands minimum approach distance. -Capable of operating wire tensioner equipment. -Willing to work outside of the normal work schedule including weekends, holidays, and overtime as required for the position. -Capable of safely installing and removing mechanical jumpers. -Able to identify wire sizes. -Able to lift in excess of 50 lbs. -Troubleshooting problems on transmission systems. -Proficient in understanding and reading blueprints. -Proficient in all aspects of heaving lifting and rigging. -Understands grounding procedures. -Work safely while performing new construction, maintenance or repair work of energized and de-energized transmission work. -Able to perform rigorous physical labor. -Capable of working at heights and/or confined spaces. -Able to obtain a Commercial Driver’s License permit within 60 days of employment. -Willing to work over-time when requested. -Able to read and communicate effectively in English. -Possesses a working knowledge of grounding techniques. -Understands how to obtain a one shot on a recloser. -Understands all concepts of grounding procedures. -Understands proper use of phasing sticks. -Able to work for extended periods in various locations, when required. -Able to change pole framing and insulators with line energized from hooks or bucket. -Able to properly inspect rubber goods and PPE. -Able to properly inspect rubber goods, cover and PPE. -Must be able to effectively conduct a pre-job or tailgate briefing. -Willingness to glove/work high voltage transmission lines.

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