Lineman

Job Description
Lineman perform, with various degrees of supervision (depending on experience) numerous routine and specialized duties involving pole climbing construction and maintenance operations on the Cooperative's transmission and distribution systems, including but not limited to construction, installation, and/or removal of and maintenance of electrical apparatus, troubleshooting, on energized and non-energized (depending on experience) overhead and underground electric lines, in accordance with RUS Bulletin 1728F 806 and 803 specifications and written safety rules. Operate personal computer, calculator, and two-way radio.

A high school diploma or equivalent is required. Must obtain or have basic knowledge and understand the electric cooperative concept and its history, safety rules and regulations, Cooperative Policy Handbook, computer system and programs and how to efficiently apply to necessary tasks. Must have a valid Texas driver's license and a Class A commercial license.

Lineman must be able to effectively communicate with fellow employees and members/owners and to express oneself orally and in writing, in English, with tact and diplomacy. Must be a self-starter, be able to perform duties with little or no supervision and have the ability to follow instructions well.

Lineman must be able to read and understand Cooperative system maps, work orders, staking sheets, NESC and other specifications. Perform all types of troubleshooting, construction, installation and/or removal of single phase and polyphase transformers, service drops, oil circuit breakers, poles, conductors, capacitors, regulators and other line equipment.

Lineman perform with proficiency, the use of all required materials, tools, and equipment. Keep informed of modern up-to-date methods in order to correctly perform first aid procedures, including artificial resuscitation. Perform "on-call" and "after hour" duty assignments when scheduled or as required.

Lineman must be able to carry out a variety of activities that require a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail. Must be able to sit, walk, stand for long periods of time and work out of bucket trucks, climb ladders and poles, and perform work in elevated and reaching positions.