Transmission Heavy Equipment Operator
Basom, NY
full_timeAbout This Job
Essential Functions
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Operates trucks of various sizes and weights in the loading, hauling and unloading of various equipment, materials and supplies.
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Operates trucks and construction or power equipment, such as mechanized broom, digger trucks, backhoe, man-lift, dump truck, snowplow, road grater, front-end loader, hydraulic excavators, skid steers.
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Knowledge of crane/boom signals, blocks and tackle, wire rope, synthetic rope and slings, safe working loads and proper rigging procedures.
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Knowledge of equipment mechanics and maintenance.
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Work safely while performing new construction, maintenance or repair work of energized and de-energized transmission work.
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Stringing overhead wire.
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Setting poles and anchors.
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Troubleshooting problems on transmission systems.
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Frequently works with energized high voltage systems requiring skill and care to protect the lives of themselves and others.
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Maintains company vehicles, equipment and tools in good working order.
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Does all other related work as required to complete the job.
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Able to perform rigorous physical labor.
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Able to identify transmission primary and secondary voltage on a circuit.
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Must be familiar with induced voltage.
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Understands all concepts of grounding procedures.
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Understands proper use of phasing sticks.
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Able to obtain knowledge of bare hand work 44KV and 500KV.
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Understands the requirements for proper line clearances.
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Able to identify wire sizes.
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Proficient in all aspects of heavy lifting and rigging.
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Capable of safely setting a pole.
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Capable of operating wire tensioner equipment.
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Proficient in understanding and reading blueprints.
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Understands equipment set up and grounding.
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Capable of working at heights and/or confined spaces.
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Understands how to phase out a line using phasing sticks.
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Understands how to obtain a one shot on a recloser.
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Understands minimum approach distance.
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Understands flag and tag procedures.
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Capable of performing basic bucket rescue/escape.
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Must be able to effectively conduct a pre-job or tailgate briefing.
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Able to properly inspect rubber goods, cover and PPE.
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Must be able to work outside, frequently in inclement weather.
Other Requirements
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3-year minimum of field experience.
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Able to read and communicate effectively in English.
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Valid A Class CDL is Required.
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Crane Certification NCCCO/NCCER Required
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Able to travel long distances on short notice, when required.
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Able to work for extended periods in various locations, when required.
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Able to lift in excess of 50 lbs.
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Willing to work over-time when requested.
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Willingness to glove/work high voltage transmission lines.
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