Sellenriek Construction, Inc

Journeyman Lineman

Kingdom City, MO

Full-time

About This Job

Job Description

Job Summary:

The Journeyman Lineman is responsible for performing diversified work related to the construction and maintenance of poles, power lines, auxiliary facilities, and equipment for the distribution of electricity. This position supports the Line team and works with other personnel from the department.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

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None

Required Education / Experience & Qualifications:

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Valid ‘For-Hire’ Driver’s License

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High school diploma or equivalent

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Must have 4 years working experience and be classified as a Journeyman

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Proficient in safe rubber glove and sleeves techniques

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Knowledge of electric utility construction standards, National Electric Safety Code, and VOSHA/OSHA standards

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Knowledge of approved methods, materials, and tools used in electric line work

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Knowledge of the principles of electric theory which apply to electric distribution and the hazards of live line work and safety of the procedures to be used

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Must be familiar with REA Framing

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Ability to deal with the public in a courteous and tactful manner

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Ability to understand and follow both oral and written instructions

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Ability to operate various types of industry-specific equipment such as, but not limited to, bucket trucks, material handlers, stake body trucks with lift gates and elevating platforms

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Must be safety-minded and possess the knowledge of applicable laws, codes, and safety-related work practices common to electric utility work (i.e. OSHA 29 CFR 1910.269(a)2(iii), NESC). Be able to learn and apply Company rules and procedures (including company safety rules) to the job function

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Trained in Pole Top Rescue, Bucket Truck Rescue, CPR, First Aid, Equi-Potential Grounding, and Buck Squeeze

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Must be able to read specs and frame poles

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Ability to communicate effectively with supervision, co-workers, contractors, and customers

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Must be able to work safely and effectively following all required safety standards

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Must be willing to travel when necessary

Preferred Education / Experience & Qualifications:

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Class A CDL

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OSHA 10

Duties & Responsibilities:

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Operates and maintains aerial and underground distribution systems

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Performs de-energized transmission line construction and maintenance

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Performs work from an aerial lift or from a pole or structure

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Able to climb and perform bucket/pole top rescue if needed (unless medically exempt)

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Completes work on any multiple conductors energized structure by themselves as required

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Installs, maintains and repairs energized and de-energized distribution systems, including conduits, cables, wires, transformers, circuit breakers, and switches

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Inspects and tests power lines and auxiliary equipment to locate and identify problems, using reading and testing instruments

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Strings wire conductors and cables between poles, towers, trenches, pylons and buildings, setting lines in place and adjust wire tension

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Tests voltage to ensure correct connections are made

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Lays underground cable directly in trenches or string the cable through conduit running through the trenches

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Safely directs the work of any assigned apprentice or ground worker

Physical Requirements:

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Must have physical strength, balance, hand-eye coordination, and stamina necessary to complete jobs in various areas

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Must possess the coordination and manual dexterity necessary to climb poles, operate hand and power tools and equipment utilized in the upkeep, repair, and maintenance tasks

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Must be able to stand and walk up to ten hours per day and climb multiple sets of stairs while carrying materials weighing between 40 and 60 pounds

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Must be able to lift and carry up to 80 pounds at a time and push or pull 80-pound loads at a time

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Must be able to drive or ride in a vehicle for up to four hours to travel to and from job sites

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Must be able to work in varying weather and temperatures

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Must be able to traverse and inspect all areas of jobsite in all types of weather; this may include walking, climbing, reaching, bending, crawling, or stretching

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Exposure to characteristic construction site dangers

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Must have flexibility in scheduling to meet the needs of the business

Company Description

During the first decade in operation, there were many changes within the company. In 1981 the company placed its first fiber optic cable. On November 17th, 1986 Sellenriek Construction was incorporated under the laws of the State of Missouri. Sellenriek Construction work areas had expanded and employment grew to roughly twenty-five employees. In addition to the growth of service areas and employees, Bob and Dixie now had three children, Steve, Heath and Joy.

Services Sellenriek Construction could provide grew in 1991 when it purchased its first horizontal directional boring machine. In January 1998 the corporation purchased Cable Plow, Inc. located in Lewistown, Missouri allowing Sellenriek Construction Inc. to better serve its growing list of clients. Also, in 1998 and 1999 respectively, Bob & Dixie’s sons Steve and Heath started working for the company.

In 2002 Sellenriek Construction opened its third office located in Columbia, Missouri. Sellenriek Construction Inc. service’s expanded yet again to include electrical distribution and directional boring of large diameter pipe. In 2003 Joys future husband, Joe Oden, started working for the company and was followed by Joy in 2004.

During 2009, being Sellenriek Constructions 30th year in business, major changes took place. A construction yard was opened in Warrensburg as well as a fifth location in Jefferson City. Currently Sellenriek Construction has almost 150 dedicated employees throughout the state of Missouri. Sellenriek Construction, Inc. remains a family owned and operated company. Bob is President of the corporation and is still very active in the company. Besides being officers, Steve, Heath, and Joy are actively involved in the day to day operations of the company.

From its humble beginning through today, Sellenriek Construction Inc. has done business with a simple motto – Do what is right for the customer. Proof of this is the fact that Sellenriek Construction Inc. has had many of the same clients for over 30 years and plans to work these same clients and more for the next 30.

“Nothing the company has accomplished would have been possible if it weren’t for the many dedicated employees who work for Sellenriek Construction. It is their hard work and dedication that has allowed the company to grow and diversify to where we are today” – Bob Sellenriek

Robert “Bob” Sellenriek started his telephone construction company in 1979 with a vision, a used backhoe, a truck, a trencher, and 2 men. Today, Sellenriek Construction, Inc. operates from five locations and employs almost 150 people. Sellenriek Construction was founded on March 12th, 1979 by Robert “Bob” Sellenriek and his wife, Dixie. Prior to this, Bob had worked for L,P&H and Burnup & Sims for ten years. At its beginning, Sellenriek Constructions areas of service were primarily in east-central Missouri. During the first decade in operation, there were many changes within the company. In 1981 the company placed its first fiber optic cable. On November 17th, 1986 Sellenriek Construction was incorporated under the laws of the State of Missouri. Sellenriek Construction work areas had expanded and employment grew to roughly twenty-five employees. In addition to the growth of service areas and employees, Bob and Dixie now had three children, Steve, Heath and Joy. Services Sellenriek Construction could provide grew in 1991 when it purchased its first horizontal directional boring machine. In January 1998 the corporation purchased Cable Plow, Inc. located in Lewistown, Missouri allowing Sellenriek Construction Inc. to better serve its growing list of clients. Also, in 1998 and 1999 respectively, Bob & Dixie’s sons Steve and Heath started working for the company. In 2002 Sellenriek Construction opened its third office located in Columbia, Missouri. Sellenriek Construction Inc. service’s expanded yet again to include electrical distribution and directional boring of large diameter pipe. In 2003 Joys future husband, Joe Oden, started working for the company and was followed by Joy in 2004. During 2009, being Sellenriek Constructions 30th year in business, major changes took place. A construction yard was opened in Warrensburg as well as a fifth location in Jefferson City. Currently Sellenriek Construction has almost 150 dedicated employees throughout the state of Missouri. Sellenriek Construction, Inc. remains a family owned and operated company. Bob is President of the corporation and is still very active in the company. Besides being officers, Steve, Heath, and Joy are actively involved in the day to day operations of the company. From its humble beginning through today, Sellenriek Construction Inc. has done business with a simple motto – Do what is right for the customer. Proof of this is the fact that Sellenriek Construction Inc. has had many of the same clients for over 30 years and plans to work these same clients and more for the next 30. “Nothing the company has accomplished would have been possible if it weren’t for the many dedicated employees who work for Sellenriek Construction. It is their hard work and dedication that has allowed the company to grow and diversify to where we are today” – Bob Sellenriek