What are the responsibilities and job description for the Journeyman Lineman position at Tanner Electric Cooperative?
Tanner Electric Cooperative is seeking a Journeyman Electrical Lineworker to join our team in North Bend, Washington. This position performs a wide range of work, including construction, maintenance, and operation of our overhead and underground transmission and distribution system, operation of equipment, and some interaction with co-op members. This is a full-time, bargaining unit position. Tanner is offering a $20,000 bonus to the right candidate. Journeyman Lineman - Reporting to: North Bend, WA Wage: $ 74.48/hr with full benefits Duties: Construct, install, and maintain overhead/underground electrical power lines and auxiliary equipment. Responsibilities include the demonstrated ability to safely: Work above ground on poles or steel towers in all types of weather and at night Make emergency repairs Operate man lift equipment, including boom trucks, bucket trucks, or other specialized equipment above, on, or near energized lines String, splice, transfer, and sag wire on energized/de-energized circuits using a variety of types of tools, splices, and connectors Construct, install, remove, transfer, maintain, and repair: transformers, current transformers, meters, switches, circuit breakers, all overhead/URD equipment and devices, poles, cross arms, insulators, guys, using a variety of hand tools, power tools, and equipment Perform line switching/sectionalizing as directed. Phase and connect circuits under load. Balance circuits as required Inspect lines, poles, and URD/above ground equipment for signs of damage or wear and report deficiencies Assist in all operations involved in the construction or replacement of wood poles and steel towers Troubleshoot problems on Cooperative equipment using line testing tools/procedures Trim trees, fall danger trees, and clear ROW in the vicinity of energized power lines Direct the activities of personnel in equal or lower classifications Assist in training apprentices and other crew members Demonstrate clear, correct, verbal/written communication Perform other duties as assigned.
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