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Journeyman Lineman

To perform this job successfully, the person in this position must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

These essential job functions are not to be construed as a complete statement of all duties performed. Employees will be required to perform other job-related marginal duties as required.

JOB SUMMARY: Responsible for performing diversified work of erection, repair, operation and maintenance of distribution and transmission lines of all classes and voltage, including energized lines, and on structures and equipment involved in the distribution and transmission of electricity under the direct supervision of the Electric Line Foremen.

Essential Job Functions:

• • Climbs poles, towers, or works from aerial bucket truck to perform all types of work on energized or de-energized lines and equipment installing equipment and hardware.
• • Uses a variety of hand tools, and hydraulic and air tools in installing electrical equipment and hardware.
• • Uses hot sticks, rubber gloves, line hose and other protective devices to work on or near energized conductor.
• • Handles material, operates truck or other equipment as necessary to perform work on the job site.
• • Assists with digging holes, setting and framing poles, trimming trees, painting towers, and other duties as required for the maintenance, operation, and construction of the electric system.
• • Reads, interprets, and works from job prints and drawings.
• • Responds to requests for emergency service; locates source of problem and repairs and/or replaces power lines. Must be able to operate substation and line breakers to restore power during emergencies.
• • “Walks” power lines to locate defective equipment and/or faults.
• • Repairs street and security lights and associated circuitry.
• • Responds to customer complaints and/or requests; makes load checks, and installs wires and parts.
• • Follows all safety guidelines as required by OSHA and National Electric Safety Code (NESC).

REQUIRED LICENSES AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS:

• • Certification of Journeyman Lineman
• • Possession of a valid Tennessee Class A Commercial Driver’s License
• • Must be certified in current CPR/First Aid practices

QUALIFICATIONS:

• • Requires a high school or vocational school degree or equivalent, with the ability to receive and carry out both oral and written instructions safely and efficiently.
• • Completion of Lineman’s Apprenticeship Program with a thorough knowledge of the methods, materials, tools, and equipment used in the maintenance, operation and construction of electric systems.

The official job description can be found at the following link: Journeyman Lineman

Reports to: Electric Superintendent, Line Foreman
Department: Electric
Work Status: Full-Time
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Pay Status: Hourly

An application is available below. Completed applications can be delivered to HUB’s main office at 200 N. Roane Street, Harriman, TN 37748, emailed to [email protected] or mailed to HUB – Attn: Whitney Helton at P.O. Box 434 Harriman, TN 37748.

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Employment with HUB is contingent upon applicant passing employment eligibility verification, a background check, a physical examination, and a drug screening.

HUB IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.
Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws.

Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)

Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA)