Lineman I

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Position Summary:

The Lineman I is an entry-level skilled line worker responsible for assisting with the construction, maintenance, and repair of overhead and underground electrical distribution and transmission systems. Working under the direction of qualified Journeyman Linemen, Foremen, and other designated personnel, the Lineman I performs basic line construction and maintenance activities appropriate to the employee's training, demonstrated competency, qualification, and authorization. The Lineman I is expected to demonstrate foundational knowledge of electrical distribution systems, safe climbing practices, tools and equipment, basic line construction, and hazard recognition. This position will continue developing technical skills through hands-on field experience, training, and progressively more complex assignments. The Lineman I must demonstrate a strong commitment to safety, quality, teamwork, and continued development toward higher Lineman classifications and ultimately Journeyman Lineman qualifications.

Essential Functions

• Assist with the construction, maintenance, and repair of overhead and underground electrical distribution and transmission systems.
• Perform assigned linework within the employee's level of training, qualification, competency, and authorization.
• Assist with installing, maintaining, repairing, and replacing overhead conductors and associated equipment.
• Assist with setting poles, anchors, and related structures.
• Assist with framing poles and installing crossarms, insulators, hardware, and other line equipment.
• Assist with the installation and maintenance of transformers, lightning arresters, cutouts, switches, switchgear, and related distribution equipment.
• Assist qualified personnel with connecting conductors, transformers, and related equipment to poles and structures.
• Climb wood, steel, and other applicable poles and structures using approved climbing and fall-protection equipment.
• Perform elevated work appropriate to the employee's training and authorization.
• Demonstrate proper climbing techniques and safe positioning while working from poles and structures.
• Assist with installing, maintaining, and repairing electrical services and associated equipment.
• Assist qualified personnel with inspecting power lines, poles, structures, conductors, and auxiliary equipment for defects or potential problems.
• Develop basic troubleshooting skills for primary and secondary electrical distribution systems.
• Use approved tools, testing devices, and equipment appropriate to the employee's training and qualification.
• Assist with locating and repairing faults within electrical distribution systems under appropriate supervision.
• Develop an understanding of transformers, cutouts, switches, reclosers, and other distribution-system components.
• Assist with mechanical jumper installation and removal when appropriately trained, qualified, and supervised.
• Develop an understanding of basic switching procedures and system operations.
• Read and follow basic electrical drawings, schematics, maps, specifications, and work instructions appropriate to the position.
• Identify common electrical line materials, components, hardware, and equipment.
• Properly select, inspect, use, maintain, and secure climbing equipment, PPE, hand tools, power tools, and linework equipment.
• Assist with loading, unloading, organizing, transporting, and staging tools, materials, and equipment.
• Inspect tools and equipment before use and immediately report damaged or unsafe equipment.
• Participate in job briefings, tailboard meetings, safety meetings, training, and other required activities.
• Identify common workplace hazards and apply appropriate controls and PPE.
• Follow instructions and direction from Journeyman Linemen, Foremen, supervisors, and other qualified personnel.
• Communicate hazards, equipment problems, system conditions, and work progress to crew leadership.
• Work effectively as part of a crew to complete construction, maintenance, and restoration activities.
• Maintain work areas, vehicles, tools, and equipment in a clean, safe, and organized condition.
• Respond to emergency situations and assist with power-restoration activities as required.
• Work flexible schedules, including evenings, weekends, holidays, overtime, and emergency situations such as inclement weather.
• Travel to various project locations, including out-of-state assignments, when required.
• Maintain regular and timely attendance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)

Knowledge

• Basic knowledge of electrical distribution and transmission systems.
• Basic understanding of overhead and underground electrical construction.
• Knowledge of common electrical line equipment, materials, hardware, and components.
• Basic understanding of primary and secondary electrical systems.
• Basic knowledge of pole framing and line construction.
• Developing knowledge of electrical troubleshooting and fault identification.
• Knowledge of safe climbing and elevated-work practices.
• Knowledge of safe work practices associated with electrical line construction and maintenance.
• Understanding of Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) procedures and guidelines.
• Basic understanding of mechanical and electrical systems.
• Knowledge of applicable company policies, practices, and procedures.

Skills

• Electrical and mechanical aptitude.
• Basic line construction and maintenance skills.
• Pole and structure climbing.
• Proper use of climbing and fall-protection equipment.
• Basic troubleshooting and diagnostic skills.
• Proper use of hand tools, power tools, and linework equipment.
• Basic mathematical skills.
• Ability to identify common electrical line equipment and materials.
• Basic ability to read electrical drawings, maps, schematics, and work instructions.
• Clear verbal and written communication.
• Organizational and time-management skills.
• Attention to detail and quality.
• Ability to follow established work procedures.

Abilities

• Practice and promote safe work methods.
• Identify workplace hazards and apply appropriate controls and PPE.
• Perform assigned linework within established training, qualification, and authorization requirements.
• Climb wood, steel, and other applicable poles and structures.
• Work safely from elevated positions.
• Follow the direction of Journeyman Linemen, Foremen, and supervisors.
• Apply previously learned skills with increasing consistency and independence.
• Learn and perform progressively more complex line construction and maintenance activities.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, supervisors, customers, and other personnel.
• Work effectively as part of a line crew.
• Handle multiple assigned tasks and priorities.
• Identify basic problems and appropriately communicate or escalate more complex issues.
• Respond to emergency and storm-restoration needs.
• Work flexible schedules and extended hours as required.
• Maintain regular and timely attendance.
• Travel for extended periods as required.

Physical Demands

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Push, lift, and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Bend, stoop, kneel, reach, climb, and move throughout the workday.
• Climb poles and structures and perform work at elevated heights.
• Use climbing equipment, fall protection, PPE, and other required safety equipment.
• Grasp and manipulate hand tools, power tools, and linework equipment.
• Perform physically demanding work for extended periods.
• Work outdoors in varying and extreme weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, snow, and ice.
• Work around fumes, odors, dust, moving mechanical equipment, vehicles, and construction activities.
• Work in potentially hazardous electrical and industrial environments.