South Carolina Staffing
B Lineman - Overhead (Duke)
South Carolina Staffing, Clemson, South Carolina, United States, 29631
Class B Lineman - Overhead
The Class B Lineman - Overhead is a semi-skilled position in the construction, maintenance and repair of electrical overhead distribution systems. This position works at various locations and may also be required to travel to another state depending on customer demands. Essential functions include working safely while performing new construction, maintenance or repair work of energized and de-energized overhead work. This includes stringing overhead wire, setting poles and anchors, installing transformers, lightening arrestors, cutouts, crossarms, insulators, switches and switchgear. Troubleshooting in primary and secondary systems, replacing fuses in transformers and clearing faulted circuits and systems are also part of the job. The lineman must frequently work with energized high voltage systems requiring skill and care to protect the lives of themselves and others. Additionally, the lineman maintains company vehicles, equipment and tools in good working order and performs all other related work as required to complete the job. The position requires the ability to perform rigorous physical labor and to identify primary and secondary voltage on a circuit. Familiarity with induced voltage, grounding procedures, and the use of a load buster tool are necessary. The lineman must also understand how to install and hook up a single phase transformer, safely set a pole, and understand equipment set up and grounding. The ability to work at heights and/or confined spaces, properly install and remove PPE and cover up, check voltage on transformers, tie in a primary conductor, climb different types of structures, and phase out a line using phasing sticks are also required. The lineman must be able to obtain a one shot on a recloser, conduct a pre-job or tailgate briefing, safely perform a reconductoring job, and work live high voltage distribution power lines. The position requires the ability to safely install and remove mechanical jumpers, work outside frequently in inclement weather, and lift in excess of 50 lbs. The lineman must also properly inspect rubber goods and PPE, and be willing to work overtime, weekends, holidays, and outside of the normal schedule as required for the position. Pending requirements include a 5-year minimum of recent field experience, the ability to read and communicate effectively in English, and the ability to obtain a Commercial Driver's License permit within 60 days of employment. A Commercial Driver's License is preferred. The position requires the ability to travel long distances on short notice, work for extended periods in various locations, and be willing to work over-time when requested. The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to fingers, handle, and feel; and reach with hands and arms. Work environment includes exposure to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration, and occasional exposure to extreme conditions at construction job sites. The noise level in the work environment and job sites can be loud. This position is performed in outside weather conditions. Competencies include being self-motivated, team-oriented, and customer oriented. The employee must also be able to follow company safety rules and all other company policies.
The Class B Lineman - Overhead is a semi-skilled position in the construction, maintenance and repair of electrical overhead distribution systems. This position works at various locations and may also be required to travel to another state depending on customer demands. Essential functions include working safely while performing new construction, maintenance or repair work of energized and de-energized overhead work. This includes stringing overhead wire, setting poles and anchors, installing transformers, lightening arrestors, cutouts, crossarms, insulators, switches and switchgear. Troubleshooting in primary and secondary systems, replacing fuses in transformers and clearing faulted circuits and systems are also part of the job. The lineman must frequently work with energized high voltage systems requiring skill and care to protect the lives of themselves and others. Additionally, the lineman maintains company vehicles, equipment and tools in good working order and performs all other related work as required to complete the job. The position requires the ability to perform rigorous physical labor and to identify primary and secondary voltage on a circuit. Familiarity with induced voltage, grounding procedures, and the use of a load buster tool are necessary. The lineman must also understand how to install and hook up a single phase transformer, safely set a pole, and understand equipment set up and grounding. The ability to work at heights and/or confined spaces, properly install and remove PPE and cover up, check voltage on transformers, tie in a primary conductor, climb different types of structures, and phase out a line using phasing sticks are also required. The lineman must be able to obtain a one shot on a recloser, conduct a pre-job or tailgate briefing, safely perform a reconductoring job, and work live high voltage distribution power lines. The position requires the ability to safely install and remove mechanical jumpers, work outside frequently in inclement weather, and lift in excess of 50 lbs. The lineman must also properly inspect rubber goods and PPE, and be willing to work overtime, weekends, holidays, and outside of the normal schedule as required for the position. Pending requirements include a 5-year minimum of recent field experience, the ability to read and communicate effectively in English, and the ability to obtain a Commercial Driver's License permit within 60 days of employment. A Commercial Driver's License is preferred. The position requires the ability to travel long distances on short notice, work for extended periods in various locations, and be willing to work over-time when requested. The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to fingers, handle, and feel; and reach with hands and arms. Work environment includes exposure to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration, and occasional exposure to extreme conditions at construction job sites. The noise level in the work environment and job sites can be loud. This position is performed in outside weather conditions. Competencies include being self-motivated, team-oriented, and customer oriented. The employee must also be able to follow company safety rules and all other company policies.