ELECTRIC LINE TECHNICIAN- 1ST CLASS

ELECTRIC LINE TECHNICIAN – 1ST CLASS

The Town of Winterville seeks qualified candidates for the position of Electric Line Technician – 1st Class. This position performs advanced journey level technical work in the construction, maintenance and repair of underground and overhead lines in the electrical distribution and transmission system; serves as a lead worker on the crew. Work is differentiated from lower levels of line work by the variety of more difficult secondary and primary high voltage line work and by serving as lead worker in assigning and inspecting work, assuring compliance with safety rules and regulations, and training other line workers. Employees are expected to possess a thorough knowledge of standardized techniques and practices utilized in power line construction, maintenance, and repair. Judgment is utilized in determining the most appropriate work methods, locating and solving electrical problems, and observing safety standards. Work requires frequent on-call and call-back responsibilities. The employee is subject to hazards associated with electrical work including working in both inside and outside environments, in extreme temperatures, and exposure to various hazards such as working at heights, loud noises, vibration, moving mechanical parts, electrical current, chemicals, fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases, confined spaces, poor ventilation, and oils. Work is performed under general supervision and is reviewed in progress and upon completion for conformance to accepted standards and productivity and safety of the crew.

Graduation from high school supplemented by training in electrical principles and considerable experience at the electric line technician - second class level; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. A NC commercial driver’s license is required or ability to obtain one within six (6) months. Salary range: $64,516 - $94,472 with starting salary DOQ. Please submit applications to Human Resources, Town of Winterville, 2571 Railroad Street, Winterville, NC 28590 or email to humanresources@wintervillenc.com. Closing date: May 23rd, 2025 by 5:00p.m. Town of Winterville is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $64,516.00 - $94,472.00 per year

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Work Location: In person