What are the responsibilities and job description for the City of Statesville : Line Technician position at ElectriCities of NC?
Job Summary
This position is responsible for performing technical work assisting in the construction, maintenance, repair, and operation of electric transmission and distribution lines.
Primary Responsibilities
This position is responsible for performing technical work assisting in the construction, maintenance, repair, and operation of electric transmission and distribution lines.
Primary Responsibilities
- Assembles and attaches crossarms and guy wires.
- Installs distribution transformers and associated devices.
- Replaces old service lines.
- Installs meters.
- Raises and sets poles.
- Hangs transformers and streetlights.
- Operates a line and aerial bucket truck.
- Operates an excavator, trencher, and plow backhoe.
- Trims trees and picks up limbs and debris.
- Installs temporary services for new houses and businesses.
- Maintains traffic signals, security lights, and streetlights.
- Performs switching and tagging operations on lines.
- Climbs poles and strings secondary and primary wires.
- Loads and unloads materials on work truck.
- Participates in the Lineman Career Development Program.
- Sets up safe work zones and flags traffic.
- Prepares materials and supplies for top linemen.
- Troubleshoots overhead and underground electric outages.
- Locates and repairs underground wires using specialized equipment.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- High School Diploma or GED.
- Possession of a valid North Carolina CDL Class A or Class B license.
- Live within a 45-minute response time of Statesville, NC.
- Knowledge of the methods, materials, tools, and equipment used in electrical construction and maintenance work as well as underground wire/transformer installation
- Knowledge of the principles of electricity as applied to power circuits, wiring diagrams, and plant operations.
- Knowledge of the operation of aerial devices such as a Bucket Truck.
- Knowledge of the hazards and safety precautions related to electrical work.
- Knowledge of required OSHA training for Confined Space, Trenching & Shoring, CPR/First Aid, and Flagger practices, equipment, and regulations (Training provided by the City of Statesville).
- Ability to perform manual work under adverse weather conditions.
- Ability to climb poles, operate machinery, tools, and equipment used in electrical work.
- Ability to communicate ideas clearly, concisely, and effectively, both orally and in writing.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, supervisors, and the public.