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Electrical Utility Line Worker

Electrical Utility Line Worker

City of Marietta, GAMarietta, GA, US
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
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Job description

Rate of Pay :

  • Line Worker $35.98 - $50.63, Apprentice Line Worker $22.10 - $31.10 Status : Open Until Filled    This is an “at will” apprentice training position or a Line Work position within the Electrical department responsible for assisting in rebuilding, installing, repairing of electrical lines in the Marietta Power service area.
  • This position allows for candidates to be hired at either Apprentice Line Worker or Line Worker based on qualifications.
  • The pay ranges listed represent steps 1-8 for both Apprentice and Line Worker with progression through the pay ranges based on successful completion of each step requirements.
  • The employee is required to complete the job requirements and training for each step level within the apprentice line worker program.
  • The employee performs more responsible line work as they advance through each level within the apprentice program.
  • This position works under close supervision of an assigned Foreperson or experienced line worker as assigned.   Assists line workers in pulling or installing overhead and underground primary and secondary wires; digging ditches or holes; installing switches or capacitor banks; and installing, wiring and switching on underground switching cubicles and transformers.
  • Provides ground support in the installation of overhead and underground primary and secondary lines, residential and commercial services and meters.
  • More advanced apprentice levels aid in transferring live electrical primaries from one pole to another hanging and wiring transformers while working on aerial bucket and / or climb poles pole up to 100 ft. if unable to reach with bucket trucks as assigned.
  • Provides ground support Assists in installing transformers, reclosers, capacitors, and other related parts on power poles.
  • More advanced assignments involve single-phase transformers and building three phase transformer banks.

Will operate as assigned according to skill level :

  • tractors, backhoes, rock cutters, boom and bucket trucks, and digs holes with line truck.
  • Assists in replacing and installs power poles and anchors and related parts damaged by weather or accidents.
  • Assists with installation and wiring of underground transformers, switching cubicles, and termination cabinets.
  • Repairs and installs overhead and underground street lighting.
  • Assists in monitoring the work of the ground support employees while work is in progress as assigned.
  • Assists in locating and repairing underground primary and secondary lines.
  • Splices underground primary and   secondary power lines.
  • Cleans and inspects power line repair equipment, including rubber safety equipment and service truck bucket and boom equipment.
  • Cleans and inspects line repair and safety equipment including rubber gloves and aerial (bucket) and boom truck equipment.
  • Completes job order forms, warehouse materials list, fuel logs, personal timecard and other related forms as needed.
  • Serves on call, one week at a time on a rotating basis.
  • Maintains availability for “on call” and overtime work.
  • Must be able to respond to outages in a timely manner.

    • Performs other related duties as required.         Preferred Qualifications :

  • High school graduate or GED.
  • Must weigh no more than 280 lbs. due to the weight limitations and safety requirements of the equipment.
  • Must have completed a formal apprentice line worker program with a minimum of four years verifiable experience and successfully complete all sections of the comprehensive line worker test within the first 30 days of employment.
  • Must meet all job qualification standards required by APPA, OSHA, NESC, and Marietta Power.
  • Must have a valid Georgia Class A commercial driver's license, and a satisfactory seven-year driving history, to include no DUI’s in the last 5 years.
  • Must have a working knowledge of overhead line work, including transformers (three-phase and single-phase), reclosers, capacitor banks, and sectionlizers.
  • Must have a working knowledge of underground line work, including termination of primary cables, three-phase and single-phase transformers, switching cubicles, fault locating, and repairing (includes switch-out, isolates, and grounding).  Knowledge and skill using all tools, materials, and equipment used in electrical line work.
  • Knowledge and application of the safety methods and equipment used when working with live electrical lines.
  • Ability to work around high voltage lines without direct supervision.
  • Knowledge, skill and ability in climbing poles and working at various heights.

    • Ability to apply basic math in making job-related calculations.

  • Ability to communicate with subordinates, BLW supervisors, and engineers to provide technical assistance, training, or make suggestions to simplify job and increase work quality and efficiency.

    • Ability to read, understand, and apply all related code and specification manuals, including the APPA and National Electric Safety Codes.

  • Ability to understand and respond to written job orders and accurately interpret blueprints.
  • Must have a valid Georgia flagging certification, First Aid and CPR certification, or obtain within work test period.
  • Ability to obtain ITS certification within work test period.
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