Journeyman Lineman

Journeyman Lineman

Under direct supervision of the Electric Foreman and the general supervision of the Electric Operations Manager, the Journeyman Lineman constructs, operates, and maintains the electric power systems within the District.

Include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Constructs and maintains primary and secondary overhead and underground electrical systems.
• Installs poles, transformers, capacitors, reclosers, switches, and other electrical equipment and hardware for overhead and underground electrical systems.
• Performs switching and operations for electrical line equipment for construction.
• Installs electric service lines and metering on customer facilities.
• Takes voltage and current readings utilizing ammeters, voltmeters, rotation meters, power logger, and other related test equipment. Utilizes live line tools and rubber gloves as the project may require.
• Drives and operates vehicles and equipment related to the electric industry. Included, but not limited to, are: Digger-derricks, aerial man-lifts, bucket truck, dump trucks, flatbed trucks, hydro excavators, and tensioners.
• Responds to emergency call to restore power outages and problems, including after-hour calls.
• Participates in the Electric Department on-call rotation for standby duty.
• Assists in on-the-job training as necessary.
• Responsible for the timely and cost-efficient completion of repairs and tasks assigned.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with direct co-workers, all fellow District employees and the public by using principles of good communication and customer service.
• Use computers, smartphones, and/or tablets to access GIS mapping, Tunet, Email and work order systems.
• Conducts themselves in a manner that is consistent with the District's Core Values of Safety, Communication, Integrity, Accountability, Timeliness, and Work-Life Balance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• A high school diploma
• Successful completion of Electrical Lineman Apprenticeship program.
• Thorough knowledge of power systems facilities, including substations, switchgear, protective devices, and primary and secondary electrical distribution equipment.
• Thorough knowledge of principles and practices of power system operations, maintenance, and construction standards.
• Thorough knowledge of the use and care of hand tools, power tools, heave equipment, and materials used in electric system operations, maintenance and construction.
• Ability to read and interpret plans, blueprints and construction documents.
• Knowledge of safety standards; General Orders 95 and 128, 165, 174 and Title 8 of the Electrical Safety Orders.
• Ability to communicate and work effectively with customers and other co-workers with clarity and tact. Ability to handle tense situations in a respectful and professional manner.
• Possession of basic computer skills with ability to operate a computer, smartphone and tablet.
• Must have a valid Class A CDL driver's license; must meet the requirements of DOT certification.
• Must be certified in CPR & First Aid.
• Ability to climb power poles and structures without the aid of man-lift equipment.
• Ability to perform pole top, vault, and bucket rescue within OSHA standards, annually to maintain current certification.
• Must comply with the District's residency requirement.

There are no direct supervisory responsibilities in this role. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to climb, stand, walk, and sit. The employee is often required to use hands and fingers to handle and feel; reach with hands and arms, and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee occasionally lifts and/or moves up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and distance vision for driving. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to outside weather conditions and works at extreme heights. The employee is frequently exposed to fumes and/or airborne particles and at risk of electrical shock. The employee is frequently exposed to moving objects; hazardous materials; extreme cold; extreme heat and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is often very loud. The employee has normal work hours; although, overtime is often required, including call-outs during emergency situations.