Overhead Distribution Lineworker

3 days ago


Austin Texas, United States MasTec Utility Services Full time
Job Summary

The Overhead Distribution Lineworker assists the Journeyman Lineworker and the Foreman while in training and learning the trade. Responsible for performing work related to the construction and maintenance of poles, power lines, auxiliary facilities, and equipment for the transmission and distribution of electricity. Sets a good example for newer apprentices by always following and teaching safe practices. This position supports and learns from the Lineworker team and works with other personnel from the department.

Key Responsibilities
  • Construct, maintain, and inspect transmission and distribution of electrical or power lines.
  • Provide technical skills needed for the operation and maintenance of reliable electrical services for the consumer, completing jobs with quality and timeliness.
  • Provide for connecting and disconnecting, installing and removal, moving and transferring of various electrical devices on customer facilities, e.g., transformers, transformer banks, regulators, switches, switching devices, capacitor banks, etc.
  • Route or re-route power lines over, under, or around existing lines and structures.
  • Inspect and/or remove power lines that are damaged.
  • Assist in carrying poles, digging holes, and other operations involved in setting or replacing poles.
  • Perform line switching or sectionalizing, as directed.
  • Provide backup for Class A Apprentice Lineworker and assist in completion of duties.
  • Responsible for timely submission of all Apprentice Program required documentation.
  • May troubleshoot electrical problems on customer equipment.
  • Drive bucket truck to jobsite and maintain truck stock.
  • Investigate consumer complaints and make repairs to energized electrical distribution lines, as needed.
Requirements
  • High school diploma, or equivalent.
  • 2 years of lineworker experience.
  • Valid Class A CDL is required.
  • Preferred: 3 or more years of lineworker experience. OSHA 10 Certification.
Work Environment

This job operates in a field environment. This role routinely requires extended periods of bending, squatting, climbing, kneeling, pushing, pulling, lifting, lifting in awkward positions, standing, and twisting. Also, working in inclement weather conditions, such as extreme heat, extreme cold, rain, ice, snow, and wind.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. This position is physically active, with lifting required. Must be able to bend and lift and carry up to 50 pounds. Clarity of vision at 20 feet or more or 20 inches or less, with the ability to judge distance and space relationships. Precise hand-eye coordination. Ability to identify and distinguish colors.



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