Lineman job description

MasTec, Inc. is a leading national infrastructure construction company. Utility Services Group (USG) is part of the Power Delivery Segment and focuses on the electrical distribution, substation, water, transmission, and natural gas distribution infrastructures.

The OHE Lineman A assists Journeyman Lineman and the Foreman while in training and learning the trade. Responsible for performing diversified work related to the construction and maintenance of poles, power lines, auxiliary facilities, and equipment for the distribution of electricity. Sets a good example for newer apprentices by always following and teaching safe practices. This position supports the Line team and works with other personnel from the department.
Responsibilities

* Construct, maintain, and inspect transmission and distribution of electrical or power lines.
* Provide technical skills needed for the operation and maintenance of reliable electrical services for the consumer, completing jobs with quality and timeliness.
* Provide for connecting and disconnecting, installing and removal, moving and transferring of various electrical devices on customers' facilities, i.e. transformers, transformer banks, regulators, switches, switching devices, capacitor banks, etc.
* Route or reroute power lines over, under, or around existing lines and structures.
* Inspect and/or remove power lines that are damaged.
* Assist in carrying poles, digging holes, and other such operations involved in setting or replacing poles.
* Perform line switching or sectionalizing, as directed.
* Assist in on-the-job training of apprentices and other crew members in maintenance and construction of power lines.
* Responsible for timely submission of all Apprentice Program required documentation.
* May troubleshoot electrical problems on customer equipment.
* Drive bucket truck to jobsite and maintain truck stock.
* Investigate consumer complaints and make repairs to energized electrical distribution lines, as needed.
* Perform other duties as required and/or assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

* High school diploma, or equivalent.
* 3 years of lineman experience.
* Valid Class A CDL is required.

Preferred Qualifications

* 5 or more years of experience.
* OSHA 10 Certification.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

This job operates in a field environment. This role routinely requires extended periods of bending, squatting, climbing, kneeling, pushing, pulling, lifting, lifting in awkward positions, standing, and twisting. Also, working in inclement weather conditions, such as extreme heat, extreme cold, rain, ice, snow, and wind.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. This position is physically active, with lifting required. Must be able to bend and lift and carry up to 50 pounds. Clarity of vision at 20 feet or more or 20 inches or less, with the ability to judge distance and space relationships. Precise hand-eye coordination. Ability to identify and distinguish colors.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. The Company reserves the right to revise or change the job duties as the need arises. Management reserves the right to change the description, duties, or work schedules to accommodate individuals with disabilities.

Benefits available include Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability and Life insurance, a 401k plan and Employee Stock Purchase plan. MasTec is a publicly traded company MTZ (NYSE).

Equal Employment Opportunity:The Company's policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, national origin, ethnicity, sex, gender, sexual orientation, religion, marital status, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law and EEOC regulations. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.

A District Lineman is a Journeyman who is qualified as, and performs all the functions of a Journeyman, and is in charge of and resides in their service area apart from a local or district headquarters. Their residence will serve as the headquarters and the headquarters area will be the service area at time of bid. They must be capable of reading meters, connecting services, repairing lines, collecting, load and voltage surveys, and handling the general Company affairs in the area assigned to them. They will be responsible directly to Management. The area assigned to the control of a District Lineman will be one that is not of sufficient area or serving enough customers to justify establishing a District Office.
**Responsibilities**

As a Journeyman Lineman you will install, maintain and repair all transmission and distribution electrical systems and associated equipment, both overhead and underground, while utilizing line trucks, aerial boom, lifts and wire pulling equipment. Maintenance of lines and services will require pole climbing, hot sticking, and working out of truck mounted bucket lifts to construct, repair or maintain line equipment or string, splice and sag wire on live or dead circuits. Operates switches, cutouts and uses grounding devices to work on de-energized lines and equipment. You may train and direct the work of a trainee in the trade.

**For qualified candidates, the Company will offer up to a $20,000 relocation award if required moving related expenses are needed.

**Requirements**

+ Completion of a formal training program for a Journeyman Lineman. Must meet examining board review of skills and experience.

+ Must own, or be able to obtain, a Class A Commercial Driver's License.

+ Two to four years experience as a Journeymen Lineman. Must live within service district.

This position may require a post-offer, pre-placement physical capacity screening, conducted by a licensed physical therapist, to assure the candidate meets the physical demands of the job. The screening will assess only the identified physical demands of the job being applied for.

Physical Demands

The job duties of Lineman require lifting in excess of 75 lbs from floor to waist and waist to overhead, carrying in excess of 75 lbs with both hands, and pushing and pulling in excess of 100 lbs of exertional force. Job duties of the Lineman require sustained, awkward positions/postures including bending and twisting at the waist and neck; reaching forward, to the side, across the body and overhead. Additional requirements of the Lineman position include forceful grip and pinch; manipulation of small objects; balancing on one or both legs during dynamic activities; manipulation of large objects during activities requiring balance and sustained awkward postures.

**Additional Information**


Company Code: PacifiCorp

Primary Location: Mount Shasta

Personnel Subarea: IBEW Local 659

Hiring Range: $57.34

Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without an accommodation.

At PacifiCorp, we encourage everyone to work together. We embrace diversity and value the distinct perspectives of all our employees. We strive to cultivate a workplace that connects each employee to the organization and enables all individuals to participate and contribute to their full potential.

It is PacifiCorp's policy to provide and promote equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants in accordance with local, state and federal laws and regulations governing personnel activities. In accordance with federal guidelines, PacifiCorp is committed to a program of affirmative action. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, veteran status, national origin, sexual orientation or gender identity.

All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and drug screening

$100,000+

$10,000 sign-on Bonus for qualified candidates

Saber Power Services, LLC, (SPS) located in Houston, TX is a nationally recognized full service, EPC, specialty engineering, procurement, construction and testing and commissioning company specializing in complex medium and high voltage electrical infrastructure in North America.

Saber Power Services seeks a professional, dedicated individual with a positive outlook for our Industrial Lineman opening in Houston, TX. We are offering up to $10,000 sign on bonus for qualified applicants.

General

JOB SUMMARY:

The Journeyman Lineman is responsible for the construction and maintenance of overhead and underground electrical distribution and transmission systems as well as substation construction and maintenance. The position works under the direction of the crew Foreman. This work will be performed in both the industrial and utility environment.

Job duties and responsibilities

Job duties listed below will be performed under the direction of the Superintendent, Foreman or a designated Lineman.

• Constructs and installs overhead and underground distribution lines as well as substations and plant electrical systems. Examples of duties include digging holes and trenches, setting poles, stringing wire, placing equipment and testing systems.
• Performs work on energized and de-energized lines, daily. Performs this work in darkness, as needed.
• Operates heavy and light equipment, including digger derricks, aerial lift devices and backhoes. Works with various tools of the trade.
• Participates in the instruction and development of Lineman Trainees and Apprentice Linemen. Leads by example.
• Actively and positively participates in department meetings, safety meetings and tailboards.
• Performs after-hours duties, as required. Responds to callouts in a timely manner. Works scheduled and unscheduled overtime, as needed or as required.
• Locates underground cable as requested by customers.
• Customer service: Interacts with public during the normal course of business, in the Operations Center and in the field. Behaves in a courteous, professional manner.
• Professional behavior: Understands and follows company expectations regarding appropriate dress, attendance, punctuality, scheduled and unscheduled time off, and appropriate use of time, equipment and resources.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS:

Education and Experience :

• High School diploma or equivalent, successful completion of an apprentice program and attainment of electrical line workers journey level status A DEFINATE PLUS.
• Two years of journey level work experience is preferred but not required.
• Thorough understanding of electrical theory and the safety regulations and work methods associated with electrical line work.
• Understanding of line construction and maintenance.
• Ability to safely and effectively operate the tools of the trade and the heavy and light equipment associated with electrical line work.
• Ability to possess a valid Texas State Driver’s License and Class B CDL.
• Capability of earning a CPR/First Aid card and willingness to perform CPR or first aid.
• Ability to communicate in an effective manner, demonstrating job knowledge.
• Ability to work in a team environment.

SAFETY:

Safety is priority number one with our organization. Errors in judgment can result in negative financial impact, inconvenience to customers, unsafe working conditions, injury, or loss of life.

Company where our People enjoy their Jobs!

Saber Power Services is a very Employee Focused company. So, we decided that if we take care of our employees, they will take care of the Customers. We have office BBQs, company fishing tournaments, casino parties for employees, and anything that we can think of that our people will enjoy.

The majority of our work in centered around Greater Houston, but we work throughout the US.

Apply Your Skills. Make a Difference. Enjoy the Rewards.

If you are looking for a Career, and not a Job, then you really need to come talk to us.

Benefits:

Saber has an excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, short term disability, life insurance, 401K with Matching, flexible benefit account; and an outstanding work environment. Check out our Total Rewards Plan here.

Saber is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

Company DescriptionSaber Power Services, LLC, (SPS) located in Houston, TX is a nationally recognized full service, EPC, specialty engineering, procurement, construction and testing and commissioning company specializing in complex medium and high voltage electrical infrastructure in North America.