Lineworker - Journey Level

Position Description

Seattle City Light, a department of the City of Seattle, is one of the nation’s largest municipally owned utilities in terms of the number of customers served. Over the years we have worked very hard to keep Seattle's electricity affordable, reliable, and environmentally sound. Today, City Light is a recognized national leader in energy efficiency and environmental stewardship.

We are seeking to hire Journey-level Lineworkers to work out of the North and South Service Centers in the Transmission & Distribution Operations Division. These positions are responsible for constructing, installing, repairing, troubleshooting and maintaining electrical power systems, transmission, distribution and non-network underground systems, and street lighting systems. These positions will report to the Electrical Construction and Maintenance Supervisor.

Job Responsibilities

- Perform skilled work in the construction and maintenance of electrical power transmission and distribution systems (4.1 KV and 26 KV).

- Set, raise and guy wooden poles, using climbers and belts.

- Operate bucket trucks to install and maintain overhead systems.

- Test, troubleshoot and repair defective circuits.

- Work Splice overhead and underground wire and cable.

- Install conductors in conduit and pan trenches.

- Work on energized lines and equipment using rubber protective devices or hotline tools.

- Trains and instructs Lineworker Apprentices, Line Helpers and other crew members.

- Performs other related duties of a comparable level/type as assigned.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications: Experience:

Requires successful completion of a lineworker apprenticeship program, including two years experience working with 2200 VAC or above (or a combination of education and/or training and/or experience which provides an equivalent background required to perform the work of the class).

Work Environment And Physical Demands

- Work is performed outdoors in all types of weather.

- Work is performed at varying heights, in and around high voltage and energized equipment, in construction areas, and around moving traffic.

- Work requires prolonged physical exertion and lifting of objects that weigh more than 50 pounds.

- Requires working evenings, weekends, holidays and long hours during emergency and outage situations.

Certification/License:

Driver License with a Commercial Driver License (CDL) Class “A” endorsement.

Desired Qualifications

- Three years of journey-level experience in line construction.

Additional Information

Please note this job advertisement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice

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The full salary range for this position is hourly rate $77.36 to hourly rate $77.36.

Application Process It is preferred, but not required, that you please submit the following with your online application:

- A cover letter in which you clearly describe how your knowledge, experience, skills, and abilities prepare you for the job responsibilities and qualifications outlined in the job announcement

- A current resume of your educational and professional work experience.

Who May Apply

: This position is open to all candidates that meet the qualifications. Seattle City Light values diverse perspectives and life experiences. Applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, marital status, disability, religious or political affiliation, age, sexual orientation, or gender identity. Seattle City Light encourages people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQIA+, people with disabilities, veterans, and those with diverse life experiences.

Job offers are contingent on the verification of credentials and other information required by the employment process, including the completion of a background check. The background check will involve a criminal history check, which includes conviction and arrest records in compliance with the Seattle’s Fair Chance Employment Ordinance, SMC 14.17and the City of Seattle Personnel Rule 10.3(Download PDF reader). A driving history review may be conducted in compliance with SMC 4.79.020. Applicants will be provided an opportunity to explain or correct background information.

The City of Seattle offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance for employees and their dependents. More information about employee benefits is available on the City's website at: https://www.seattle.gov/human-resources/benefits/employees-and-covered-family-members/most-employees-plans

Want to know more about Seattle City Light? Check out our web page: www.seattle.gov/city-light.