What are the responsibilities and job description for the Journeyman Lineman Construction Foreman position at Craig Botetourt Electric Coop?
CRAIG-BOTETOURT ELECTRIC COOPERATIVE POSITION DESCRIPTION LINE FOREMAN
OBJECTIVE:
To provide efficient direction of the construction and maintenance of all types of
conductors, structures and equipment used in substations and distribution of electricity.
REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS:
- Reports directly to the Supervisor of Operations/Director of Operations
- Directs: Linemen, Apprentice Lineman, Groundmen and/or Equipment Operator
- Position is full time and is non-exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Responsible for interpreting prints and completing all types of construction and maintenance assignments, on both de-energized and energized overhead and underground systems; charging and returning all materials, using proper work order procedures.
- Has full and complete line authority to carry out the responsibilities assigned to this position.
- Makes all decisions necessary within the limits of the Coop policies, procedures, and Safe Work Practice Manual (SWPM).
- Effectively manages one or more crews and various equipment available to get work done as planned by the Supervisor of Field Services.
- Responsibly enforces safety rules for the protection of assigned crew and public; also, responsible for crew obeying all safety rules and regulations, practices and other Coop rules and regulations and assures proper use of traffic warning devices when working on or near highways; also, responsible for reporting all accidents to supervisor.
- Performs and observes all “Hot Line” work on lines and voltages of the Cooperative, following prescribed methods and procedures.
- Watches performance of crewmembers to see that sound work procedures and safety practices are used.
- Helps in the development and training of the Apprentice Lineman; this is to include but not limited to: on the job observations, quizzing or testing, and filling out evaluation forms.
- Responsible for assigned vehicle, equipment and tools to be kept clean and in good
- Patrols lines while traveling throughout Co-op service area and makes repairs as needed; also reports conditions that cannot be corrected by the crew.
- Keeps informed of all operational and construction specification changes, to insure that all work is completed according to requirements; performs necessary clerical work incidental to the job.
- Uses two-way radio in accordance with Co-op and FCC regulations.
- In addition, duties of equal or lesser skill may be assigned by the Supervisor of Field Services, or assigned supervisor, to meet emergencies or other operating needs.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- High school graduate or equivalent.
- This job requires reading, writing and mathematics.
- Must have three years of experience as a Journeyman Lineman, or two years as a Chief Lineman/first class lineman or equivalent experience in a related classification, being knowledgeable of the substations and distribution systems and switching procedures.
ADDITIONAL EXPECTATIONS:
- Must have demonstrated leadership capabilities and be able to communicate effectively
- Must have demonstrated the ability and skill to plan and organize delegated work, with a minimum of supervision.
- Must have legible handwriting.
- Must hold a valid Virginia Commercial Drivers License, Class A or Class B, and a current Department of Transportation, Medical Examiner’s Certificate.
- Must be available for call outs and willing to work extra and irregular hours.
- Must have the physical ability to perform the essential functions, duties and responsibilities of
digging, lifting and carrying loads averaging 80 pounds.
- Must comply with all General Job Requirements.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Working hours will be scheduled Monday-Friday between the hours of 6:30 A.M. to 5:00 P.M.
- Required to work indoors and outdoors with exposure to heat and cold.
- Employee shall not be required to work outdoors in rainy or other inclement weather,