Apprentice Line Worker

Job TitleThe City of Hamilton is an EEO & AAE. Minorities and women are encouraged to apply.This is semi-to skilled work relating to the acquisition of journey level skills in the handling of electric line equipment and performing electric line tasks. The duties of this class will also involve in-depth training of all phases of electric distribution work to include the operation of vehicles; functioning as a Groundworker-Driver; climbing of poles; the operation of various trades related equipment such as line trucks, wire pullers, hole digger and trencher. The completion of the apprenticeship program should equip the employee with qualifications to perform at the journey level within the electric lines trade. Employees perform tasks which increase in difficulty and responsibility as the training program progresses. They are further carefully instructed and their work continually inspected, particularly with respect to safety work practices. The apprentice will be assigned work under the direct supervision of either a Line Crew Leader or a journey level Lineman.Essential Job FunctionsAssists in the construction and maintenance of distribution lines; digs holes for poles and guy anchors; sets and frames poles.Strings and splices wire; installs various types of service and meters; climbs poles.Builds transformer banks.Operates line and bucket trucks used in the construction and maintenance of lines.Operates various other allied types of equipment used by the Electric Distribution Division.Works with energized lines in accordance with applicable labor agreement provisions and safety policies established. Progressively learns and develops skills in all areas of assignment in preparation for journey level designation.Attends and participates in recognized training courses established for use in the line Apprentice program.Ability to complete a pole top rescue annually.Skills/Knowledges/AbilitiesAbility to obtain knowledge of and skill in the operation of winch truck in all weather conditions and common safety precautions involving this equipment.Ability to obtain knowledge of traffic and safety rules and accident prevention practices.Ability to obtain knowledge and ability to use test equipment such as volt meters, sequence meters, phasing meters, etc.Must have the ability to climb poles, using lineman hooks and body belt.Interest and willingness to learn electric lines operation.Dependability and ability to follow instructions precisely.Must be willing to enroll and attend training course for apprentice lineman.Must be able to respond to a mandatory call when a qualified crew is necessary.Ability to handle confidential administrative information with tact and discretion.Training/Education/QualificationsMinimum Qualifications:High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.Possession of a valid CDL A Driver's License within six (6) months of appointment.Apprenticeship training costs may be subject to reimbursement if employment is terminated prior to a designated period of time.BenefitsThe below information is solely intended as a summary of the benefits available and is subject to change. Not all benefits listed are available for every position. Benefits can vary depending on applicable labor agreements and/or salary plan.Temporary and part-time positions are not eligible for the benefits listed below. For specific questions, contact the HR Contact indicated on the Job Posting.Health InsuranceThe City offers comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage. The medical plan is a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) with a Health Savings Account (HSA) to help cover eligible healthcare expenses. Health insurance coverage begins on your date of hire.HolidaysFor many employee groups, the City provides 17 days (136 hours/year) of paid holiday leave. These include: New Year's Day, Martin Luther King Day, Good Friday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day and the Friday after, Christmas Eve Day, Christmas Day and New Year's Eve.Life InsuranceAfter six months of employment, employees are eligible for $10,000 coverage under our group life insurance policy. Additional coverage up to the employee's annual salary ($40,000 maximum) may be purchased. Upon retirement this coverage will be reduced to $4,000. The premiums will be paid by the City.Voluntary Supplemental BenefitsLife insurance (term and whole life), critical illness/cancer, accident, short / long term disability insuranceDeferred Compensation PlanThis plan allows employees to build a financial reserve for retirement by using pre-tax, payroll deducted contributions. This money is held and invested by the plan's trustees in options selected by the employee. Risk levels vary depending on the options chosen. Participation is voluntary.Retirement PlansThe Ohio Public Employees Retirement System (OPERS) and the Police and Fire Disability and Pension Fund (PFDPF) are the two plans available to City employees. Both are established by Ohio law and participation is required. Both the employee and the City of Hamilton contribute a percentage (pre-tax) into the system. Members do not pay into the Federal Social Security System. Employees and the City also contribute to Medicare.EMPLOYEES WHO ARE COVERED BY A COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AGREEMENT (CBA) MAY HAVE BENEFITS THAT DIFFER FROM THOSE NOTED ABOVE. IN THOSE INSTANCES, YOU MUST REFER TO THE CBA FOR SPECIFIC BENEFIT DETAILS. THIS LISTING IS NOT ALL-INCLUSIVE, BUT IS INTENDED TO PROVIDE A BRIEF OVERVIEW.