Distribution Overhead Lineman B, Alexandria

Distribution Overhead Lineman B
We are currently seeking B Class Lineperson to join our team in the Overhead Distribution Construction and Maintenance Department.
Essential Functions
Assists with construction and maintenance of overhead distribution lines and equipment
Is able to climb wooden poles with fall protection and other PPE on to help perform these duties
Assists with work from the ground
Works from aerial device installing and repairing overhead distribution lines and equipment
Makes secondary connections at transformers
Assists with pulling in new wire and sagging
Assists with replacing and setting new poles
Is able to effectively cover up to safely complete work on energized lines, and equipment
Employee will be exposed to hot and cold environments, poisonous plants or reptiles, and stinging insects
Working hours are typically 10 hours per day
Clears work area and maintains safe jobsite conditions
Excavates to assist in the installation of structures or cable as required by contract specification
Will have contact with public and private property owners to communicate work to be performed
Participates in company training of all regional safety guidelines and is required to perform all work by the regional safety policies
Assists with assembling material on the ground to be installed by lineman, and assists with the installation
Exposed to traffic and may be required to have training on traffic flagging
Operates various tools for the work (manual digging devices, wrenches, hammers, drills, come-alongs, jack hammer, power tamp, and hand-line etc.)
Works around hazardous equipment
Works near energized parts or equipment
Works around excessive noise from machines, jackhammers, chain saws and other equipment with proper hearing protection
All other duties as required or requested by Supervisors
Minimum Requirements
Must have two years of experience in the trade
Must have experience climbing wooden poles
Must be able to safely enter and exit the aerial device and rear-end of the bucket and derrick trucks
Must be able to work with hands above head for extended periods of time
Must be able to work efficiently and effectively from heights
Must be able to meet and maintain weight restrictions for bucket truck as identified by truck manufacturer
Must be able to follow directions, work safely & productively
Must have endurance necessary to perform these duties throughout a standard eight (8) or ten (10) hour day according to the schedule
Must be able to work long hours and overtime during holidays, emergencies, weekends, etc.
Subject to call out work
Must have a valid Drivers license
Current CDL preferred or willingness to receive valid CDL within 90 days of employment
Must pass a background check and pass a motor vehicle records check
Must be able to pass a DOT physical in order to obtain a DOT medical card
Must be able to maintain attention and concentration for extended periods of time
Must be able to wear necessary PPE as required by company policy
Must be able to enter and exit a vehicle numerous times a day
Must be able to withstand exposure to all kinds of weather while completing work assignments, i.e., rain, heat, sun, cold
Must be able to traverse various terrains
Must be able to communicate with others
Must be able to maintain attention during dangerous tasks
Must be able to lift, move and maneuver up to 50 pounds on an occasional basis, and up to 10 pounds on a continuous basis
Must have sufficient eyesight to judge distances and coordination to get and use the appropriate equipment and tools
Must have transportation to and from the show up location
Must be willing to travel out of state for emergency storm work
Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen
Must be able to pass a background check
Qualifications
Behaviors
Preferred
: Team Player: Works well as a member of a group
Preferred
: Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
Preferred
: Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity
Preferred
: Functional Expert: Considered a thought leader on a subject
Motivations
Preferred
: Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help
Preferred
: Growth Opportunities: Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility
Preferred
: Goal Completion: Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks
Education
Required
: High School or better
Preferred
: Associates or better
Experience
Required
: Class A CDL
1-2 years:
Lineman Experience
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