Job Summary:
Skilled position in the construction, maintenance and repair of electrical underground distribution systems.
Responsibilities:
- Work safely while performing new construction, maintenance or repair work of energized and de-energized underground work.
- Lead crew and represent the Company in absence of the Foreman.
- Effectively conduct pre-job briefings.
- Possess a working knowledge of all aspects of underground distribution.
- Frequently works with energized high voltage systems requiring skill and care to protect the lives of themselves and others.
- Capable of operating a backhoe.
- Capable of safely operating and maintaining company equipment.
- Able to identify primary and secondary voltage.
- Must be able to switch & splice.
- Must be familiar with induced voltage.
- Possesses knowledge of tools for terminating cable.
- Understands grounding procedures.
- Understands how to obtain a one shot on a recloser.
- Capable of working in confined spaces.
- Understands confined space requirements.
- Capable of properly installing and removing PPE and cover up.
- Understands underground services, infrastructure and duct banks.
- Possesses knowledge of underground switching procedures.
- Understands how to phase out a line using phasing sticks.
- Capable of planning safe work based on a job print or work order.
- Promote safety at all times.
- Able to properly inspect rubber goods and PPE.
- Inspects the work of crew members.
- Performs all other related work as required to complete the job.
Requirements:
- 1-3 years of experience.
- Read and communicate effectively in English.
- Able to perform rigorous physical labor.
- Able to travel long distances on short notice, when required.
- Understands flag and tag procedures.
- Able to obtain a Commercial Driver’s License permit within 60 days of employment.
- A Commercial Driver’s License is preferred.
- Demonstrates safe driving techniques.
- Able to lift in excess of 50 lbs.
- Must be able to work outside, frequently in inclement weather.
- Willing to work over-time when requested.
- Able to use hand tools on a continuous basis.
- Capable of being exposed to dirt and power on a daily basis.
- Knowledge in identifying underground utility locates.
- Possesses knowledge of tools for terminating cable.
- Capable of terminating different sizes of cable.
- Knowledge in troubleshooting underground circuits.
- Able to identify unforeseen obstacles that would hinder safety or production.
- Able to work for extended periods in various locations, when required.
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