Line Worker III (ERB) (48148)

General Description:

The purpose of this position is to perform skilled and technical work in the construction, maintenance, and repair of overhead and underground electrical systems. This position ensure compliance with safety regulations, work orders, and specifications. May be assigned crew supervisor responsibilities. This position works independently, under limited supervision, reporting major activities through periodic meetings.

Minimum Training and Experience:

Graduation from high school or GED equivalent supplemented by specialized courses/training equivalent to completion of one year of college in lineman training or related field. The equivalent combination of education and related work experience may be considered.

Special Certifications and Licenses:

Valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) and current DOT Medical Card required.

Desirable Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Considerable knowledge of the principles, practices, materials, tools, and equipment used in high and low voltage overhead line construction, maintenance, and repair.
• Considerable knowledge of the principles of electricity as related to line work; knowledge of industrial and commercial services (120/208, 277/480, 2400/4160 and 14400/24940 volts.)
• Considerable knowledge of first-aid measures to be applied in the event of electrical shock.
• General knowledge of construction materials; ability to use and understand construction specification manuals.
• Knowledge of the occupational hazards of the trade and of adequate and necessary safety precautions.
• Skill in the use and care of line worker tools and equipment.
• Ability to lead a crew of skilled and unskilled subordinates.
• Ability to keep work records and to prepare reports of work performed.
• Ability to deal with people beyond giving and receiving instructions. Must be adaptable to performing under stress when confronted with emergency situations or tight deadlines.
• Ability to maintain positive customer-focused relationships with co-workers, supervisors, agencies, the general public, and all other internal and external customers. Personally demonstrates appropriate customer service skills.
• Work is performed onsite. The incumbent must be present at work to perform the essential functions of this job.

Essential Job Functions:

1. Performs technical work in the construction, maintenance, and emergency repair of overhead and underground electric systems.
2. Supervises and participates in the work of line crews in the installation and repair of underground & overhead primary and secondary lines; the installation of services; the installation and repair of transformers and other electric system equipment; the installation, repair, and maintenance of underground lines.
3. Responsible for creating and performing 200 amp switching orders.
4. Assists in enforcing crew adherence to safety policies & procedures.
5. Maintains electrical distribution system, performing such duties as changing crossarms, repairing transformers, setting replacing poles, changing lightning arrestors, changing insulators, etc.
6. Maintains accurate and up-to-date maintenance, repair and customer records.
7. Performs all work in compliance with plans, specifications, codes, regulations, department policies and procedures, and standards of quality and safety.
8. Responds to trouble calls in a safe and timely manner; performs related technical work and reports work as required.
9. Works in an environment with weather extremes to include hot, cold, rain, sleet, snow, wind, lightning, storms, arc flashes, etc. Works in traffic, confined spaces, etc.
10. Pulls rotating call out duty.
11. Refers to policies and procedures, manuals, codes, and maps.
12. Enters job orders for completion in computer; provides data to dispatch for locates and trouble calls.
13. Completes pre-job brief on each work site, work order, and service order type.
14. Responsible for vehicle inspection and safe operation of vehicle assets.
15. Performs all other duties as may be assigned to meet organizational needs.

This Notice is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties, knowledge, skills and abilities required to do the job. This is intended only to describe the general nature of the job. A more comprehensive list of duties, responsibilities and essential job functions is available on the job description. The City of Rock Hill is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, political affiliation, disability, national origin, genetic information, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical condition), or age.

Salary : $48 - $50