Line Mechanic

Line Mechanic

The City of Anaheim Public Utilities Department is seeking a highly experienced and team-oriented Line Mechanic to install, remove, maintain, operate, repair and test overhead and underground high and low voltage electrical distribution systems and sub-transmission electrical systems. The ideal candidate is team-oriented, customer-service driven, and is technically intuitive. The Anaheim Public Utilities mission is to add value to the community through a customer-focused approach to providing reliable, high-quality water and power at competitive rates. In keeping with the City of Anaheim's core values of vision, responsibility, pride and service, Anaheim Public Utilities has developed the following department goals:

• Enhance and maintain our competitive and financial position;
• Enhance community aesthetics;
• Enhance service delivery, service options and service quality;
• Ensure balanced, diverse and cost-effective resource supply; and
• Strengthen system infrastructure.

The following functions are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed functions and/or may be required to perform additional or different functions from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.

• Drive and operate line and bucket trucks and other equipment used in the maintenance of high and low voltage electrical distribution systems.
• Frame, erect and climb poles.
• Install wire, cable, cutouts, switches, transformers, utility communication cables and other equipment to construct and maintain high and low voltage electrical distribution systems and sub-transmission electrical systems.
• Install meters and current transformers; transfer high and low voltage conductors from one structure to another.
• Cut gains and install cross arms, pins and insulators.
• Use live line tools and high voltage electrical distribution and utility communications circuits by removing poles, cable, conductors, cross arms, and transformers using a variety of tools and equipment including skids, derricks, and hoists.
• Repair street light standards and wires and install new lights and fixtures.
• Install and remove services from poles and transformers.
• Install and terminate synthetic cable.
• Interpret electrical plans, drawings, prints and joint pole authorization.
• Use hoist, grip, rope, block, baker board (insulated platform) and other tools.
• Take oil samples from high and low voltage electrical distribution equipment for testing.
• Arrange material pulled up by helper or winch.
• Account for material and time.
• Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.

Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities are as follows:

Experience: Journey level experience as a Line Mechanic or completion of a formal Line Mechanic Apprenticeship program.

Knowledge of: Electrical theory and construction including rigging; overhead and underground construction standards; state laws governing construction; safe work practices and basic first aid.

Ability to: Properly and safely operate line and bucket trucks and other construction and maintenance equipment associated with the construction and maintenance of high and low voltage overhead and underground electrical distribution systems; construct and maintain electrical lines and equipment using aerial lift devices and work in close proximity to energized high and low voltage electrical lines. Provide quality training and guidance to Apprentice Line Mechanics. Safely drive and operate line and bucket trucks; construct and maintain electrical lines and equipment using aerial lift; use rubber gloving techniques on energized high-voltage equipment; work irregular or extended work hours; work safely with overhead and underground energized high and low voltage electrical circuits; safely operate skids, derricks, hoists and jackhammers; safely operate high and low voltage electrical test equipment; and work under varying weather conditions, including stormy weather, wind and rain.

License/Certification Required: Possession of a valid Commercial Class A California Driver's License with air brakes endorsement by completion of probation. Rubber gloving certification must be obtained within 12 months of appointment.

Environment/Working Conditions

Environmental Conditions: Due to the nature of work assignments, incumbents are exposed to live electricity, dirt, dust, and other allergenic substances, and possibly to toxic and/or poisonous substances including polychlorinated biphenyls (PCB's); work in all types of inclement weather conditions to include excessive heat, cold, wind and rain.

Physical Conditions: Due to the nature of the work assignments, incumbents must have the physical ability to use both hands, arms and legs; stoop, bend and lift up to 100 pounds; remove manhole covers weighing up to 800 pounds, using a mechanical lever; climb poles to 75 feet in height; and pull cable and do line work in elevated positions. Flexibility and strength to dig and use a jackhammer. Visual color discrimination in order to determine the color of wires and insulators. Dexterity to install and tighten wire with rubber gloves; and to use an eight foot fiberglass pole to move "hot" wires, and to hook up switches. Work in close proximity to energized lines and in underground electrical vaults. Must be able to meet all CAL-OSHA requirements associated with the operation of line trucks and bucket trucks.

**** IMPORTANT APPLICATION INFORMATION AND INSTRUCTION **** Applications will be accepted until Thursday, October 29, 2026 at 5:00PM. Applicants are encouraged to apply early. Applications will not be accepted after this deadline. The selection process may consist of a minimum of skills examination and oral interview. The eligibility list established from this recruitment may also be used to fill the current and/or additional vacancies throughout the City. Candidates must be specific and complete in describing their qualifications for this position. Stating "See Resume" is not an acceptable substitute for a completed application. Failure to state all pertinent information may lead to elimination from competition. The successful candidate will be required to undergo a reference / background check (to include a conviction record) and pass a post-offer pre-employment medical examination (which will include a drug/alcohol screening). The City of Anaheim utilizes E-Verify and new employees must provide documentation to establish both identity and work authorization. Communication regarding your application and/or status will be sent to the email address listed on your application. Please check your email regularly throughout the recruitment process as you will not receive communication by any other method. Equal Opportunity Employer