Lineman / Madison, MS

This Position is for a Lineman with a municipality in Madison County. Must participate as needed in working overtime on evenings, holidays and weekends. Summary: To install, repair and maintain overhead and underground electrical power lines and auxiliary equipment. This position is the highest of a multi-step progression from Apprentice Lineman to Journeyman Line and is expected to know all aspects of Journeyman Lineman duties of the Company. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Strings, splices, transfers and sags wire in energized or de-energized circuits and connects wires and transformers as specified or directed; Shortens or lengthens lines by adding or removing wire, using a variety of types of splices, connectors, sleeves or clamps; Regularly works above ground on poles or steel towers using climbers and safety belt or operating man lift equipment, boom truck or other specialized equipment; Uses a variety of underground locating and fault finding equipment; Routes or re-routes power lines over, under or around existing lines and structures, regularly working above, on, or in close proximity to energized lines; Selects and uses a variety of "hot line" tools and makes use of rubber gloves, line hoses, mechanical jumpers, fiber guards, blankets and other protective devices as specified; Works on all voltages as required throughout the system; Installs, removes, transfers, maintains and/or repairs cross arms, pins, insulators, guys, transformer and switch racks and other overhead pole and Underground Residential Distribution (U.R.D.) equipment using a variety of hand tools, equipment and power tools; Installs and removes transformers, including primary and secondary current transformers and self-contained meters; cut-outs, disconnecting switches, circuit breakers and other overhead line and U.R.D. devices, rigging block and tackle where necessary or working with ground crew and winch to raise or lower equipment; May install street and area lights, working with primary and secondary voltages; May change transformer locations on maps; Performs line switching or sectionalizing as directed; Performs emergency repairs, phases and connects circuits under load; performs load checks and balances feeders as required; Inspects lines, poles and equipment for signs of damage or wear and reports deficiencies; Assists in carrying poles, digging holes, piking and guying poles and other such operations involved in the setting or replacing of poles; may erect steel towers; Assists in on-the-job training of apprentices and other crew members in maintenance and construction of power lines; May troubleshoot electrical problems on Company and customer equipment; Other duties as assigned by Supervisor. Qualifications: High School graduation and/or GED equivalent; Must have a valid CDL (Class A or B) with clean driving record; Must have at least 3 or 4 years solid work experience as an Apprentice Lineman; Must be level headed and able to make sound reasonable decisions; A Lineman should have the ability to use various types of tools that allow them to fulfill all of their job responsibilities; As a professional Lineman, you should be capable of using the following: hand tools, climbing gear, bucket truck, etc. Working Conditions: Able to perform rigorous physical labor; Walking, standing, lifting, bending, climbing, eye/hand coordination, looking up (head in upward position), reading, writing, withstanding moderate amounts of stress, making decisions, good communication; general math, planning and mature attitude; Capable of working at heights and/or confined spaces; Must be able to lift in excess of 50 pounds; Able to work outside, frequently in inclement weather and exposure to frequent noise; Working at heights of 56' or better are possible in bucket trucks and varying heights with pole climbing; Work in performed on low voltage (120v to 600v) and high voltage (7620/1380v); Flame retardant coveralls/uniforms with long sleeves n shirts are to be worn at all times; Able to work for extended periods in various locations, when required; Minimal absenteeism; Must be able to follow Company safety rules and all other Company policies; Working knowledge of Microsoft Office a plus; Must be able to pass pre-employment drug test, and MVR (motor vehicle records) check; Must be able to pass pre-employment background check.