Lumbee River EMC

1st Class Power Line Technician

LocationPembroke, NC
Job Typefull_time

About This Job

A Brief Overview

The 1st Class Power Line Technician is responsible for installation, repairing and maintenance of overhead and

underground construction electrical power lines and auxiliary equipment. This position is the highest of the multistep progression from Apprentice Lineman to Journeyman Lineman and is expected to know all aspects of

Journeyman Lineman duties.

What you will do

Strings, splices, transfers, and sags wire in energized or de-energized circuits and connects wire and

transformers as directed; shortens or lengthens lines by adding or removing wire, using a various types of splices, connectors, sleeves or clamps; performs above ground on poles or steel towers using climbers and safety belt, or operating equipment, boom truck or specialized equipment; uses a variety of underground locating and faulty finding equipment.

Routes or re-routes power lines over, under or around existing lines and structures; performs above on energized lines; selects and uses a variety of hot line tools, to include rubber gloves, line hoses, mechanical jumpers fiber guards, blankets and other protective devices as necessary; performs on all voltages as required through the Cooperative system.
Installs, removes transfers, maintains and/or repairs cross arms, pins, insulators, guys, transformers,

transformer banks, breakers, regulators, street lights, meters switch racks, and other overhead pole and

underground residential distribution equipment, to include hand tools and power tools.

Installs and removes transformers, including primary and secondary current transformers and self-contained

meters; cut-outs, disconnecting switches, circuit breakers, and other overhead and underground line devices, rigging block and tackle if necessary; installs street and area lights, for primary and secondary voltages; replaces transformers locations on maps.

Performs line switching or sectionalizing as directed; performs emergency repairs, phases and connects

circuits under load; performs load checks and balances feeders as required.

Maintains oil circuit breakers, oil circuit reclosers, sectionalizers, and transformers; reads operations counters and forwards recorded information.

Inspects lines, poles and equipment for signs of damaged and reports deficiencies.
Perform and direct others in respect to setting poles, digging holes, piking and guying poles and other such operations involved in the setting or replacing of poles.
Perform and coordinate, all phases of substation technical equipment maintenance, repair, and replacement with special emphasis placed on bypassing regulators and banking transformers in emergency.
Perform substation, motor operated switch, and load management inspection.
Assists in on-the-job training of Apprentices, and other crew members in maintenance and construction of overhead and underground power system.
Process connects, disconnects, change-outs and trouble orders in accordance with established policies.

Prepare special reports as needed to advise of changes in condition on member premises.

Investigates member service complaints and outage reports. Takes the proper corrective action. Inspect

transformer and meter connections before energizing to determine if construction codes and safety precautions are met.

Installs and disconnects meters, and reads and records data, as required. Connects and maintains electrical service from the service pole to the service entry, which includes residential, commercial, and underground. Install and repair security lights, as needed.
Respond to outage and voltage trouble calls and determines resolutions; performs standby duties for power restoration and associate's problems during/after normal business hours, holidays and weekends.


Qualifications

High School Diploma High school diploma or equivalent Required
Associate's degree Electrical Line Construction Required or
An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential


duties of the job

5-8 years Electric line installation and repair Required
Strong problem-solving, analytical, troubleshooting and organizational skills are crucial
Time management skills are a requirement
Knowledge of electrical theory, ability to follow Overhead and Underground Construction Standards and


interpret prints and wiring diagrams is essential

Must have knowledge of safety procedures and OSHA regulations
Must have a thorough knowledge of first aid and pole top resuscitation
Valid Commercial Driver's License (Class A) Upon Hire Required
Electrical Line Installer and Repair Certification (Journeyman Lineman) Preferred
Pole Top and Bucket Rescue Certification Required

Our people are passionate about what they do, the product they sell, and the customers they serve. If you're looking for an opportunity to be a part of a work family that values collaboration, innovation and dedication, we're the right company for you.

The below disclaimers must be read in their entirety and acknowledged, by signature, as part of the application process. Please make certain that you have answered all of the questions of this employment application truthfully.

By signing below, I understand that the information provided is true and correct, and that any misstatements or omission of material facts in the application or the hiring process may result in discontinuing of the hiring process or termination of employment, no matter when discovered. I agree that the organization shall not be held liable in any respect if my employment is terminated because of false statements, answers or omissions made by me in this application.

I authorize the organization to analyze the truthfulness of all statements made on this application, complete reference checks from my current and former employers, and others that may provide information regarding my education and experiences. In addition, I give my consent for all contacted persons including current and former employers to provide information concerning this application, and I release each such person from liability for providing information to the organization.

I understand that nothing contained in this application, or the granting of an interview is intended to create an employer/employee relationship between the organization and myself either for employment or for the providing of any benefits. No promises regarding employment have been made to me unless made in writing. I further understand and agree that if I am hired, my employment would be “at will,” as defined by law where our organization operates: I would have the right to terminate my employment at any time for any reason and that the organization would retain a similar right.

I understand that any offers of employment may be contingent upon my taking and successfully passing a drug and/or alcohol test in accordance with the organization’s policy. If I refuse to submit to testing, refuse to sign the consent form, or test positive, the organization will not employ me.

I understand that any offers of employment may be contingent upon the results of a background check(s), including without limitation a criminal background check and a conviction inquiry, in accordance with the organization’s policies and state law.


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