Lineman Trainee - 90413225 - Baltimore

Lineman Trainee - Baltimore

Job Summary

Lineman Trainees are responsible for the construction, maintenance, and installation of high voltage transmission, catenary, and signal transmission systems.

Essential Functions

• Attaching appurtenances
• Relocating lines away from existing lines
• Shifting poles requiring new foundations
• Installing anchors and foundations
• Shifting under traffic
• Moving poles with wires attached
• Splicing existing appurtenances
• Installing new foundations and certain designated power lines and signal transmission systems

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be a minimum of 18 years of age and a high school graduate or GED Equivalent.
• Must have a minimum of 2 years' experience in heavy physical labor.
• Must be able to lift 50lbs or more.
• Applicants must have a valid driver's license on the date of hire.
• Must be able to obtain CDL license within 90 days of hire date.
• Applicants must be able to perform basic mathematical computations including fractions and decimals.
• Ability to pass required training with written exams including two weeks of safety training and required department training modules over a 24-month period to progress to qualified lineman.
• Must read, write, & speak the English language clearly and have the ability to communicate using telephone and radio.

Preferred Qualifications

• Basic climbing, rigging, and lineman experience is a plus.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and knowledge of hand tools.
• Electronic/electrical background or education is a plus.
• Previous electric traction railroad experience preferred.

Physical Requirements/Environmental Conditions

Applicants must be able and willing to understand and apply safety rules, practice safe work habits, identify safety risks and avoid potentially risky behaviors and situations.

Hourly Range: $45.67 $50.74 (with opportunity for increases, as per the applicable collective bargaining agreement, after beginning employment).

Health and Wellbeing Financial and Retirement Work and Family Life Support

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance 401K Rail Pass Privileges Wellness Programs Railroad Retirement Benefits Employee Assistance Program Medical Plan Opt-out Credit Life Insurance Commuter and Flexible Spending Accounts No-cost Personal Health Advocate No-cost Financial Advisor Session Fertility and Family Building Benefits Some benefits are subject to the collective bargaining agreement.

Requisition ID: 166913