Apprentice through 1st Class Lineworker

Apprentice through 1st Class Lineworker - Rutland *This position is internal only until 6/15/18.

This position is responsible for performing a variety of functions related to the construction, installation or maintenance of underground and overhead high and low voltage electric Transmission and Distribution systems.

Work is varied in nature and the incumbent applies an advanced knowledge of electricity to work performed.

Incumbent works under direct supervision of a journeyman and in compliance with established policies, procedures and regulations.

This position regularly requires an employee to work overtime or work outside of regularly scheduled hours for emergency or service restoration purposes.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (Majority of duties, but not meant to be all-inclusive nor prevent other duties from being assigned as necessary.)

• Demonstrates a sound understanding of Company safety rules & practices (including but not limited to vehicles, tools, lineworkers or other personnel) and holds crew personnel accountable for efficient and thorough work under safe working conditions at all times.
• Serves as an apprentice member in team effort to construct, install or maintain overhead and underground lines, transformers and associated equipment, including the setting and removal of meters.
• Must have general knowledge of the transmission and distribution standards.
• Assists in locating and identifying service issues and assists in restoration of service on all classes of lines, substations, sectionalizing equipment.
• Must be able to safely climb poles and comfortably work at heights.
• Digs pole and anchor holes and assists in setting, removing, and loading, unloading, transporting and framing poles.
• Performs maintenance of distribution and service poles and de-energized attachments.
• Installs cross-arms, secondary racks and devices, anchors and guys, hardware and fittings for vertical type construction including insulators.
• Performs minor vehicle maintenance, contacts Lead Mechanic to schedule routine and major vehicle maintenance or repair.
• Enrolls in, maintains satisfactory progress in and completes the state approved Apprentice Line Maintainer training program and equivalent Company study, educational requirements and completes appropriate reports in a timely manner.
• Prepares and submits accurate and timely paperwork, electronic or manual (i.e. time tickets, timesheets, expense reports) for all job assignments.