What are the responsibilities and job description for the Electric Journeyman Lineman Class I position at City of Edmond?
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Starting Salary: $51.00
This is a Safety Sensitive Position.
About this Position
The Class 1 Journeyman Lineman performs skilled, complex, technical work involving the construction, maintenance, and repair of power distribution systems (which involves climbing poles and handling high voltages). This position works four 10-hour days plus mandatory standby duties.
- High school diploma or GED equivalent
- General knowledge equivalent to 2 years of college
- 4 years of related experience and/or training
- Or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Certified in the four-year correspondence studies of the City of Edmond, Electric Lineman Apprenticeship Training Program as a Class I Lineman
- Possess, or be able to obtain, a valid Class "A" Oklahoma Commercial Driver's License with required endorsements
- Maintain a driving record acceptable to the City's insurance carrier
Responsibilities
- Assist with operating and maintaining existing and/or new distribution system/facilities
- Perform work on energized primary circuits, secondary circuits, and non-energized circuits
- Climb poles or utilize bucket attached to a truck-mounted boom
- Construct, maintain, and repair distribution power lines
- Maintain tools, equipment, and materials and guard against loss or damage
- Ensure conformance to construction standards, code requirements, and specifications
- Contact property owners to gain permission for accessing their property
- Assume responsibilities of Lead Journeyman Lineman when assigned
- Provide input about employee development
Necessary Skills
- Ability to read and interpret electrical power circuit plans/specifications
- Thorough knowledge of methods, practices, and equipment involved in electrical distribution system work
- Willingness to perform standby duties
- Availability and willingness for call-back during off-duty hours
- Ability to meet the required physical standards for this position
- Ability to pass extensive background process and pre-employment drug, physical, and audio screenings
Benefits
- Generous benefits package including health, vision, and dental insurance
- Access to a dedicated primary care medical clinic at no cost to employees and covered dependents
- Generous time off, paid holidays, longevity rewards, and retirement benefits
- Paid parental leave
- Potential for bilingual pay
- A tangible impact to the Edmond Electric and residents in the City of Edmond
- A dynamic and inclusive environment where your contributions are valued
APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED UNTIL POSITION IS FILLED.
THIS POSTING MAY BE UNPUBLISHED AND RE-PUBLISHED AS NEEDED.
The City of Edmond is an equal opportunity employer. Edmond does not discriminate against employees and/or potential employees. Adverse action based upon an applicant’s and/or employee’s race, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, religion, national origin, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and military service is expressly prohibited. No decision affecting the terms, conditions and/or benefits of employment with the City of Edmond is based upon an individual’s membership in any of the aforementioned protected classes.
Salary : $51