Job Information
American Electric Power Lineman C- Lineman A in Natchitoches, Louisiana
Job Posting End Date
05-08-2024
Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date
Job Summary
Successful candidate will reside within 45 minute radius of the Natchitoches Service Center
Perform work involved with the installation, rearrangement, maintenance, operation, removal, and inspection of electrical transmission and distribution facilities, drive and operate line trucks and associated auxiliary equipment. All job duties apply to overhead and underground equipment and facilities. The Lineman C builds upon the skills, abilities and knowledge learned as a Lineman D (or equivalent).
Job Description
LINEMAN C
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Assemble, install, maintain, remove and competently inspect underground facilities, conductors, fixtures, structures and other associated equipment on de-energized and grounded overhead and underground facilities under immediate or general supervision.
During the first six months in this classification, shall be capable of working on conductors and equipment energized up to 260 volts under general supervision.
Assist with work on conductors and equipment energized at secondary voltages to 600 volts under immediate supervision of higher classification.
After six months in this classification, shall be capable of working on conductors and equipment energized up to 600 volts under general supervision.
Use volt-amp meters, ground meggers, continuity testers and other electrical test equipment associated with line work on voltages up to 600 volts.
Apply various kinds of insulating protective equipment on facilities energized only at voltage qualified to work on.
Under direct supervision, the employee may operate cutouts, line switches, reclosers, and other sectionalizing devices, refuse line and transformer devices, test de-energized lines and equipment, and place or remove grounds.
During this time frame, the employee may progress from direct supervision to immediate and finally general supervision as skill level dictates.
Build and erect equipment mountings (such as regulator and transformer platforms) and build overhead transformer installations.
Conduct proper tagging procedures while performing switching of energized circuits. Perform inspection and trouble-shooting of lines.
Perform similar or less skilled work as assigned. Direct the work of employees assigned to assist.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Education: High school diploma or GED
Experience: Minimum of one year distribution electrical power line work experience, OR one year of related line experience defined as: successful completion of a one year electrical power line school certificate plus a minimum of 16 weeks internship or distribution electrical power line experience, or an Associate degree from an electrical power line school which includes a minimum of 16 weeks internship or distribution electrical power line experience.
Licenses/Certifications : Valid Class A CDL is required
OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
These are additional expectations for the job and could include specific work experience, license / certifications, preemployment testing, expectations about travel, shift work, etc.
1) Shall have performed the duties of and have all the qualifications of Lineman D or the equivalent and shall qualify through demonstration, examination and/or performance appraisal as determined by the Company.
2) Must have the ability and desire to acquire the necessary knowledge and skills to perform the duties and/or responsibilities of the key job (Lineman A) in this family and be qualified through demonstration, examination and/or performance appraisal as determined by the Company.
3) Must acquire within such time frame as determined by the Company, the qualifications necessary to perform the duties of the next higher classification in the line of progression, or vacate the current job classification.
4) A physical abilities assessment is also required for this position.
LINEMAN B
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Assemble, install, maintain, remove and inspect conductors, fixtures and other associated equipment on overhead and underground facilities.
During the first twelve months in this classification assist with work on energized lines and equipment.
During this time frame, the employee should progress from direct supervision to immediate supervision as skill level dictates. Also, shall be capable of replacing fuses and operate switching and sectionalizing devices energized at any voltage when working under general supervision.
After twelve months in this classification, while performing work on energized lines and equipment, should progress from immediate supervision to general supervision as skill level dictates.
Install and operate cutouts, line switches, reclosers and other sectionalizing devices; re-fuse line and transformer devices; test de-energized line or equipment, and place or remove grounds.
Install, maintain and switch residential and commercial underground distribution facilities.
Locate and correct trouble using cable-locating and fault finding tools and equipment
Install and maintain multiple street light circuits.
Install three-phase transformer banks on poles, aerial or ground-mounted platforms.
Install three-phase regulator banks and energize or remove them from service. Install, maintain, operate and remove capacitor banks from service.
Connect, phase out, parallel and adjust voltage on single and three-phase transformer installations.
Locate and correct faults and hazardous conditions on lines and/or equipment.
Perform similar or less skilled work.
Prepare, conduct and facilitate safety meetings.
Direct the work of employees assigned to assist.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Education: High school diploma or GED
Experience: Minimum of 2 years of work experience as Lineman C or the equivalent experience as determined by the Company
Licenses/Certifications: Valid Class A CDL is required
OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
Shall have performed the duties of and have all the qualifications of Lineman C or the equivalent and shall qualify through demonstration, examination and/or performance appraisal as determined by the Company. Must have the ability and desire to acquire the necessary knowledge and skills to perform the duties and/or responsibilities of the key job (Lineman A) in this family and be qualified through demonstration, examination and/or performance appraisal as determined by the Company.
Must acquire within such time frame as determined by the Company, the qualifications necessary to perform the duties of the next higher classification in the line of progression, or vacate the current job classification. A physical abilities assessment is also required for this position.
LINEMAN A
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Install and maintain transmission and distribution facilities and all types of line equipment on the most congested types of construction, energized or de-energized.
Assemble, install, maintain, remove and inspect conductors, fixtures and other associated equipment on overhead and underground facilities.
Operate cutouts, line switches, reclosers and other sectionalizing devices; re-fuse line and transformer devices; change line and transformer taps; phase out and/or parallel circuits.
Select proper standard drawings and interpret specifications and proceed with all new construction work and live line work without supervision.
Make energized cut overs from old poles and equipment to new or temporary installations.
Work with live line equipment on energized circuits for emergency repairs or routine modifications of facilities.
Make energized cut overs from old poles and equipment to new or temporary installations.
Install, maintain and switch underground residential distribution and commercial facilities. Locate and correct trouble using cable locating and fault finding tools and equipment.
Direct crew when assigned. Obtain, issue, accept and release transmission and distribution clearances or permits in accordance with established switching and tagging procedures.
Instruct customers regarding meter or service locations, and advise customers regarding service interruptions related to customers' electrical equipment.
Assist employees of equal or higher classification. Perform similar or less skilled work.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Education: High school diploma or GED
Experience: Successful completion of apprentice lineman training, including B-200 certification written test with a score of 80% or higher and successful completion of hands-on comprehensive demonstrations. External candidates must have a minimum of 4 years line work experience and successful completion of the journeyman pre-assessment.
Licenses/Certifications: Valid Class A CDL is required.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
These are additional expectations for the job and could include specific work experience, license / certifications, preemployment testing, expectations about travel, shift work, etc.
1) Shall have performed the duties of and have all the qualifications of Lineman B or the equivalent and shall qualify through demonstration, examination and/or performance appraisal as determined by the Company.
2) A physical abilities assessment is also required for this position.
Compensation Data
Compensation Grade:
U072-R32
Compensation Range:
$33.01-34.11 USD
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