Transmission Line Mechanic C-A

Transmission Line Mechanic

Under direct supervision of a qualified person, perform all types of work involved in the installation, maintenance, rearrangement, operation, removal and inspection of de-energized electrical transmission and distribution facilities. These essential functions are not intended to limit assignment of work or the degree of supervision under all operating conditions.

Transmission Line Mechanic C-A:

What You'll Do:

• Perform duties in accordance with the Company's safety rules, regulations and practices and report unsafe conditions and practices.
• Report irregularities and abnormal conditions.
• Patrol transmission lines using maps and drawings.
• Use proper hand signals for line work as required
• Perform all right-of-way control procedures in use of transmission lines
• Install, maintain and repair overhead lines.
• Dig holes for poles, towers and anchors.
• Set poles, tower below-ground components, and guy anchorages.
• Replace or stub poles, dead or energized.
• Make up and install guys.
• Assemble tower components on the ground and in the air.
• Frame pole structures on the ground and in the air.
• Use proper methods to attach tools and materials to life ropes and cables, for installation or use in the air.
• Test and support poles before climbing as required.
• Operate miscellaneous transmission motor-driven tools.
• Select and apply proper knots.
• Perform rigging and tying off ropes.
• Under direct supervision of a qualified person, assist in the use of live line tools, bare-hand techniques, rubber gloves and sleeves, and other accepted work methods to maintain transmission lines.
• Perform climbing maintenance on all transmission structures, except on cross-arms carrying energized conductors.
• Make up conductor and shield wire splices, dead-ends and terminals.
• Identify conductor types and sizes.
• Set up reels for conductor installation.
• Install conductors and shield wires
• Maintain tools, equipment and work area in a clean and orderly fashion.
• Assist employees of equal or higher classification.
• Attend and participate in training as assigned and assist in the training of other employees.
• Perform similar or less skilled work.
• Maintain records and submit reports as required.
• Properly prepare right-of-way items on field drawings
• Operate automotive equipment and its associated equipment as authorized and directed by supervision.
• Operate truck-mounted lifting/pulling devices
• Load and unload poles, steel and other materials.

What We're Looking For:

Transmission Line Mechanic C:

Education requirements are listed below:

• High school graduate or GED

Work Experience requirement listed below:

• Minimum of one year transmission electrical power line work experience,
• OR one year of related line experience defined as: successful completion of a one year electrical power line school certificate plus a minimum of 16 weeks internship or transmission electrical power line experience,
• or an Associate degree from an electrical power line school which includes a minimum of 16 weeks internship or transmission electrical power line experience.

Licenses/Certifications:

• Valid Class A CDL is required

Transmission Line Mechanic B:

Education requirements are listed below:

• High school graduate or GED

Work Experience requirement listed below:

• Minimum of 24 months satisfactory work experience as a Transmission Line Mechanic C or the equivalent (as determined by the Company through demonstration, examination and performance appraisal).

Licenses/Certifications:

• Valid Class A CDL is required

Other Requirements:

• Must be available to work overtime, call-out overtime and shift work, as required.
• Travel requirements are expected > 50 % of the time
• A physical abilities assessment is also required for this position.
• Shall have performed the duties of and have all the qualifications of Transmission Line Mechanic C and 24 months of on the job experience or the equivalent.
• Equivalent experience is determined at the time of the assessment and appropriate time step credit will be given.
• Shall qualify through demonstration, examination and/or performance appraisal as determined by the Company.
• Must demonstrate the ability and desire to acquire the necessary knowledge and skills to perform the duties and/or responsibilities of the key job (Transmission Line Mechanic A) in this job family.
• Must acquire within such time frame as determined by the Company, the qualifications necessary to perform the duties of the next higher classification in the line of progression or vacate the current job classification.
• Must be familiar with line circuits and other voltages.
• Must be familiar with circuit switching procedures.
• Must possess and maintain a valid commercial driver's license.
• Must meet all vehicle operation requirements as designated by federal and/or state law.
• Must have a good working knowledge of the tools, materials and equipment used.
• Must possess the ability to deal with employees, customers and the general public in a courteous and proper manner.
• Considerable travel and overtime may be required with this position.
• Occasionally lift up to 100 pounds, frequently lift up to 50 pounds

Transmission Line Mechanic A:

Education requirements are listed below:

• High school graduate or GED

Work Experience requirement listed below:

• Minimum of 24 months satisfactory work experience as a Transmission Line Mechanic B or the equivalent (as determined by the Company through demonstration, examination and performance appraisal).

Licenses/Certifications:

• Valid Class A CDL is required

Other Requirements:

• Must be available to work overtime, call-out overtime and shift work, as required.
• Travel requirements are expected > 50 % of the time
• A physical abilities assessment is required for this position.
• Shall have performed the duties of and have all the qualifications of a Transmission Line Mechanic B and 24 months of on the job experience or the equivalent.
• Equivalent experience is determined at the time of the assessment and appropriate time step credit will be given.
• Shall qualify through demonstration, examination and/or performance appraisal as determined by the Company.
• Must have a good working knowledge of Company safety rules and practices and be proficient in the application of resuscitation and first aid.
• Must have good working knowledge of the transmission circuitry within the area of responsibility.
• Must possess and maintain a valid commercial driver's license.
• Must meet all vehicle operation requirements as designated by federal and/or state law.
• Must have a good working knowledge of the tools, materials and equipment used.
• Must have a good working knowledge of the Company's transmission and distribution standards.
• Must possess the ability to deal with employees, customers and the general public in a courteous and proper manner.
• Considerable travel and overtime may be required with this position
• Must successfully complete Physical Abilities Test (PAT)

Drive Time Requirement (ALL Levels):

• Successful candidate must live or be willing to relocate within 45 minutes-drive time from the Chillicothe Transmission Svc Center, 1160 Eastern Ave. Chillicothe, OH 45601.

What You'll Get:

Transmission Line Mechanic C: $31.33 - $34.84

Transmission Line Mechanic B: