LINE TECHNICIAN I, II, III, IV

Job Title: Line Technician

Performs installation, maintenance, and repair work on low and high-voltage lines; operates line trucks and bucket trucks, loads wire, transformers, poles, etc.

Assists with a variety of emergency problems; may be required to work extended hours in emergency situations.

Replaces broken and burned-out street light bulbs; ability to climb poles.

Reads and resets various meters.

Cuts on and cuts off electric service at the pole; follows up broken meter seal reports; makes service connections to residences and business establishments.

Trim trees as necessary for the performance of other duties.

Performs installation, maintenance, and repair work on low and high voltage lines; operates a line truck; loads wire, transformers, climbs poles, etc.; installs transformers and wires up secondaries; installs, repairs, and replaces cross arms, leg supports, cables, insulators, and lightning arrestors; performs required line work on energized and de-energized circuits; installs, maintains, and removes meters; installs and repairs street and yard lights; and replaces defective poles.

Makes new service connections to residences and business establishments by installing transformers and secondary wires from pole to point of service.

Checks voltage and phase rotation; installs voltage and current transformers; and is responsible for maintaining various pieces of equipment used in power line work.

Trims trees as necessary; responds to after-hour problems, acts as a service troubleshooter; acts as an electric service troubleshooter.

Operates all underground mechanical digging machines, locators, and test equipment; maintains and installs underground services; assists with a variety of emergency problems; and responds to after-hours problems.

Participates in the after-hours on-call roster as required, electric system priorities may require extended periods of overtime, including weekends, and holidays; participates in pre- and post-job "tail-gate" meetings, and attends monthly safety meetings as required.

Cuts on and cuts off electric service at pole.

Climbs poles, operates bucket and line trucks, and various pieces of equipment as required; frames poles, installs hardware, fuses, transformers, and pulls wires; ties in conductors and changes insulators; performs electrical "hotline" work as required; is familiar with the proper uses of various hot line tools and equipment.

Installs and removes cross arms, cutouts, lighting arresters, primary and secondary lines, span guys, breaker bars, etc; carry out the requisite groundwork in preparation for and after a job; maintains and repairs street and rental lights as required; maintains necessary paperwork and transformer card data as needed.

Responds to after-hour problems acts as an electric service troubleshooter, participates in the after-hours on-call roster as required, electric system priorities may require extended periods of overtime, including weekends, holidays; and maintains responsibility for verifying the condition of all vehicles, equipment, and tools provided for use in the performance of city work.

Ability to take clearances and occasionally perform switching at unattended substations and line sectionalizing disconnect switches; performs switching and sectionalizing of circuits as required.

Installs single phase and multi-phase underground and overhead services; maintains and assists in repairs of various substation equipment as required.

Cuts on and cuts off services at the pole; checks voltage and rotation; installs voltage and current transformers; wires transformer rated meters; diagnoses problems in the field.

Responds with sound judgment to unusual and hazardous circumstances and determines action and restores service; maintains and installs underground services; operates all underground equipment.

Participates in pre- and post-job "tail-gate" meetings, attends monthly safety meetings as required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Line Technician I

• Some knowledge of electric line construction, maintenance, and service and the hazards encountered;
• Ability and willingness to learn to set poles, string wire and do related work
• Ability to perform manual labor; ability to follow oral directions
• Ability to observe safety rules and regulations
• Strength to perform manual work and physical stamina to withstand working under adverse weather conditions
• Some knowledge of the standard practices applicable in making electric service connections
• Some knowledge of the location of the distribution system and the areas served

Line Technician II

• General knowledge of electric line construction, maintenance, and service and the hazards encountered
• Ability and willingness to learn to set poles, string wire and do related work; ability to perform manual labor; ability to follow oral directions
• Ability to observe safety rules and regulations; strength to perform manual work and physical stamina to withstand working under adverse weather conditions
• General knowledge of the tools techniques, and equipment that apply to power line work
• General knowledge of the location of the distribution system and the areas served
• General knowledge of the principles of electricity as applied to power distribution lines
• Skill in the use of line tools and equipment, including a bucket truck and underground equipment
• Ability to climb poles, and work efficiently and safely
• Ability to make proper connections with speed and accuracy; ability to deal courteously with the public

Line Technician III

• Thorough knowledge of the practices, methods, equipment, materials and tools used in the erection and maintenance of electrical lines
• Thorough knowledge of the standard practices applicable in making electric service connections
• Thorough knowledge of the location of the distribution system and of the areas service
• Thorough knowledge of the occupational hazards connected with the work and the safety precautions to be taken
• Skill in the use of line tools and equipment, including working aloft in a bucket truck; ability to climb poles and work with efficiency and safety
• Ability to make proper service connections with speed and accuracy; ability to train and supervise a helper;
• Ability to deal courteously with the public; ability to understand and carry out complex oral and written instructions;
• Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with co-workers and subordinates;
• Skill in the use and care of tools; strength to perform manual work and physical stamina to withstand working under adverse weather conditions

Line Technician IV

• Thorough knowledge, skills, and abilities as depicted under Line Technician III
• May be required to supervise a crew or oversee a project.
• Must be able to follow and enforce City of Gastonia policy
• Must display a positive attitude and be committed to providing excellent customer service
• Ensures crew[s] provide excellent customer service.

Education/Experience/Physical Demands/Special Requirements/Additional Information

Line Technician I

Graduation from high school is supplemented by minimal experience in the construction and maintenance of power distribution lines, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Physical Demands/Work Environment: Ability to push, pull, or lift up to 50 lbs; bend and stoop; work in an outside construction environment during all seasons; ability to use manual construction equipment, such as a shovel. Special Requirements: Complete NIMS IS 100, 200, and 700 training within twelve months. Obtain Class B Commercial driver's license within six months of hire.

Line Technician II

Graduation from high school and moderate experience in the construction and maintenance of power distribution lines, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Physical Demands/Work Environment: Ability to push, pull, or lift up to 50 lbs; bend and stoop; work in an outside construction environment during all seasons; ability to use manual construction equipment, such as a shovel. Special Requirements: Complete NIMS IS 100, 200, and 700 training within eighteen months. Valid commercial driver's license.

Line Technician III

Graduation from high school and considerable experience in the construction and maintenance of power distribution lines, or equivalent combination of education and experience Physical Demands/Work Environment: Ability to push, pull, or lift up to 50 lbs; bend and stoop; work in an outside construction environment during all seasons; ability to use manual construction equipment, such as a shovel. Special Requirements: Complete NIMS IS 100, 200, and 700 training within eighteen months. Valid commercial driver's license.

Line Technician IV

Graduation from high school. Possession of a Journey