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A Class Journeyman Lineman

Sumter Utilities

Bel Air, MDFull-timePosted 7mo agoSeen in employer's feed 3 days ago

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Location
Bel Air, MD
Schedule
Full-time
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Job overview

Sumter Utilities is hiring an A Class Journeyman Lineman. Sumter Utilities, Inc., a Quanta Services company, is seeking an Overhead A Class Journeyman Lineman for a local co-op. The ideal candidate will have existing experience working as part of a construction crew. Preference may be given to candidates who can bring additional qualified individuals to form entire work crews. Safety is a core value, and candidates demonstrating a shared commitment to safe operations will be highly considered.

Key focus areas include Perform rigorous physical labor including climbing, rigging, lifting, and rescue operations., Identify primary and secondary voltage on a circuit., and Work with energized voltage conductors greater than 600 volts..

Successful candidates bring HS Diploma, Class A CDL, and Lift 40 Pounds. Important skills include Rigging, Rescue Operations, Identify Primary And Secondary Voltage, Energized Line Working, Professional Demeanor, and Interact Positively With Crew Members.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

RiggingRescue OperationsIdentify Primary and Secondary VoltageEnergized Line WorkingProfessional DemeanorInteract Positively With Crew MembersInteract Positively With PublicInteract Positively With Customer RepresentativesUnderstanding BlueprintsSag WireLeading CrewAssembly and Erection of StructuresUnderstanding Dead Ending OperationsUnderstanding Sagging OperationsHot Line Work on Conductor SystemsBucket Truck OperationDigger Derrick OperationBackhoe OperationFamiliarity With Induced VoltageUnderstanding Grounding ProceduresWorking at HeightsWorking in Confined SpacesInstalling PPERemoving PPEInstalling Cover UpRemoving Cover UpPhasing Out a Line Using Phasing SticksProper Use of Phasing SticksIdentify and Locate Puller SetupsIdentify and Locate Tensioner SetupsTeam EnvironmentShare KnowledgePlanning Safe WorkObtain a One Shot on a RecloserUnderstanding Minimum Approach DistanceUnderstanding Flag and Tag ProceduresPerforming Basic Bucket Rescue/EscapeLead Job Task Safety Analysis MeetingLead Tailgate BriefingSafely Installing Mechanical JumpersSafely Removing Mechanical JumpersInspect Rubber GoodsInspect CoverInspect PPESafe Operations

Qualifications

High School Diploma or EquivalentPossess Necessary Tools for ClimbingExisting Construction Crew ExperienceClass a CDL

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match
Paid Time Off

Full job description

Overview

Sumter Utilities, Inc. (a Quanta Services company) seeks Overhead A Class Journeyman Lineman for a local co-op.

Successful candidates will possess existing experience working together as a construction crew. Preference may also be given to candidates who are able to bring along additional qualified candidates to form entire work crews.

SAFETY IS A CORE VALUE FOR OUR COMPANY so substantial weight will be given in the selection process to candidates demonstrating their shared commitment to safe operations.

We offer competitive wages, paid vacation and holidays, a full benefit package including Health, Dental, Vision, Optional Critical Care Insurance, LifeLock Identity Protection and both Company Paid & Supplemental Life Insurance as well. Benefits are available the 1st day of the next month following hire date. We also offer a 401k Retirement Savings Plan with a substantial company match.

After 6 months of employment, employees are eligible to apply for entry into SUI's DOL Certified 4-Year Apprenticeship Program. (Must have a HS Diploma or equivalent and CDL.)

Possession of a valid Class A CDL is HIGHLY PREFERRED. Those hired without a CDL may be required to obtain within 90 days of employment.

Sumter Utilities Inc. is an Equal Opportunity - Drug & Alcohol Free Workplace Employer

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as requested to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

Responsibilities

A Lineman:

  • Able to perform rigorous physical labor as required. Including but not limited to climbing, rigging, lifting, rescue operations, etc.

  • Able to identify primary and secondary voltage on a circuit.

  • Proficient in all aspects of energized line working energized voltage conductors greater than 600 volts .

  • Possess professional demeanor and interact in positive way with fellow crew members, general public and customer representatives.

  • Proficient in understanding and reading blueprints.

  • Able to properly sag wire.

  • Capable of leading crew in assembly and erection of structures to all heights, in absence of Crew Foreman or with minimal supervision.

  • Understands dead ending and sagging operations for all conductors.

  • Capable of executing hot line work on conductor systems.

  • Proficient at operation of Bucket Truck, Digger Derrick, Backhoe, other

  • Proficient in Pole/Tower Climbing.

  • Proficient in all aspects of heavy lifting and rigging.

  • Must be familiar with induced voltage.

  • Understands grounding procedures.

  • Capable of working at heights and/or confined spaces.

  • Capable of properly installing and removing PPE and cover up.

  • Must be able to climb different types of structures (wood, steel, etc.) and possess the necessary tools to do so.

  • Understands how to phase out a line using phasing sticks.

  • Understands proper use of phasing sticks

  • Able to identify and locate puller and tensioner setups.

  • Able/willing to function within a Team environment and share knowledge with fellow crew members as appropriate.

  • Capable of planning safe work based on a job print or work order.

  • Understands how to obtain a "one shot" on a recloser.

  • Understands minimum approach distance.

  • Understands flag and tag procedures.

  • Capable of performing basic bucket rescue/escape.

  • Must be able to effectively lead a Job Task Safety Analysis meeting or tailgate briefing.

  • Capable of safely installing and removing mechanical jumpers.

  • Possess knowledge to properly inspect rubber goods, cover and PPE.

Qualifications

The employee is required to sit; frequently climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, bend, crouch or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or maneuver up to 40 pounds and occasionally lift and/or maneuver up to 75 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Work is primarily performed outdoors so physical exposure to often extreme weather conditions, animals and insects and other outdoor hazards is unavoidable and required.

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Job Locations US-MD-Southern Region

Job ID 2023-1459

# of Openings 100

Category Lineman Level Energized

Type Full-Time

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