Electric - 3rd Class Lineman

CLASSIFICATION TITLE: 3RD CLASS LINEMAN

PURPOSE OF CLASSIFICATION:

The purpose of this classification is to perform skilled work to assist senior-level linemen in building, maintaining, and troubleshooting underground and overhead power lines, equipment, and electrical components.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.

• Assists in the installation of new overhead primary and secondary power lines; assists in installing underground primary and secondary lines.
• Controls traffic at work sites; sets cones and signs; flags traffic.
• Prepares transformers for installation by wiring high side and grounding; prepares switches to be installed by mounting brackets; transports equipment to and from the site; performs a variety of duties in preparing equipment for installation.
• Prepares job briefing report; prepares list of materials needed for job.
• Removes and installs service meters.
• Climbs and sets poles, anchors poles.
• Cuts and clears trees for power lines.
• Understands and adheres to safety procedures; conducts aerial safety checks on bucket trucks; conducts safety tests on personal safety equipment.
• Performs a variety of duties associated with the installation and maintenance of power lines. 
• Installs ground rods, guy wires, pole anchors, pad mount transformer, and temporary service for new construction.
• Responds to emergency calls.
• Prepares equipment taken down to be put back in stock or trash; conducts a check on the inventory of trucks.
• Maintains the cleanliness of trucks, tools, and the job site.
• Repairs minor problems with equipment, ruts made in yards by trucks, and traffic signal lights.
• Records information on transformer, cap banks, and oil switches for tracking of location; records changes made during the day and forwards to the meter technician.
• Assists in troubleshooting problems.
• Answers the telephone and takes messages.
• Operates a bucket truck, underground van, pole truck, dump truck, ladders, hoists, hand tools, power tools, or other equipment as necessary to complete essential functions.

ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS:

• Stocks warehouse shelves and unloads delivery trucks.
• Cleans and maintains the truck and equipment.
• Performs other related duties as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

High school diploma or GED; one year of experience in repair and maintenance work; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job. 

Must possess and maintain a valid Kentucky Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) including appropriate endorsement(s). 

Must possess and maintain CPR/First Aid certifications.