What are the responsibilities and job description for the URD Apprentice Lineman - Ft. Pierce - Viking position at Danella Companies?
Overview
Who We Are:
Viking Utility Inc. is an electrical contractor company with a specialized concentration in underground electrical utilities. Viking provides a range of benefits to its customers by being licensed and certified in areas to manage solutions from installation of conduit to high voltage segments.
Our mission is to provide our employees with a safe and helpful working environment, where every employee individually and collectively, can dedicate themselves to providing our customers with exceptional workmanship, extraordinary service attention to detail, positive attitudes, and professional integrity. Our commitment to this mission will facilitate the longevity of the Viking team.
Responsibilities
• Keeping inventory of truck.• Technical understanding.• Ability to operate equipment.• Report all accidents and near misses to supervisor; participate in investigation process as needed.• Participate in all pre-job work planning and safety discussions Identify safety hazards you or other employees may be subject to and take all necessary corrective action to eliminate and/or mitigate hazards.• Produce quality work, meeting requirements of plans, specifications, and industry standards.• Use effective verbal and written communication skills.
Working towards:• Understanding and performing switching procedures to isolate and insulate underground power lines.• Learning to splice and terminate underground power lines following proper procedures, cable pull, underground pad mount, locate faults, excavation and set splice boxes.• Learning to properly phase and mark or tag underground equipment.• The ability to read and understand plans and specifications Visualize two dimensional drawings in three dimensions• Troubleshooting and repairing electrical issues properly.
Qualifications
In the process of or willingness to obtain Journeyman/Lineman License.
High school diploma or GED (preferred).
Relevant trade school or able to demonstrate hands-on job experience.
At least two (2) years of relative experience.
Pre-employment criminal background and drug screen required.
- Able to use electronic equipment such as iPads.
- A valid driver's license. CDL license preferred.
- Must be able to lift, push or pull at least 50 lbs. regularly, repeated bending, climbing, kneeling, lifting, and moving materials.
Benefits:
- Paid Weekly.
- 401(K) with Company Match.
- Medical / Dental / Vision.
- AFLAC.
- Vacation / Holiday Pay.
- Company Paid Life Insurance.
- Flexible Spending Account.
- Wellness Program.