Electric Line Worker (Williamsburg, Va)

Job Summary

Our Williamsburg District Office has multiple Electric Line Worker vacancies.

Responsibilities will include a full range of line construction and maintenance work on the electrical distribution systems. This position will involve working with both energized and de-energized electrical systems while troubleshooting, constructing and repairing overhead and underground electrical lines. This position requires a valid CDL and overtime availability will be required. The majority of the work is performed outdoors in all types of weather conditions and is considered "heavy labor" which is not limited to but includes the following:

• Must presently be a qualified Distribution Journeyman Lineman
• Work in adverse environments such as swamps, wetlands, coastal sounds, lakes, rivers and mountains
• Operate heavy equipment to construct and maintain distribution system.
• Drive and/or operate vehicles for long distances
• Perform other duties, as assigned
• Climb poles and towers
• Work in inclement weather as needed or service dictates
• Due to weight limits on equipment, a weight restriction of 290 pounds applies
• Must be available for overtime including extended workdays and holidays
• Work aloft with and lift tools and material up to 60 lbs

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Experience

• Ability to climb poles and towers
• Be able to obtain a Class A CDL by the end of the 5th month of work
• Forklift operations, aerial lifts, power driven equipment, pneumatic equipment, hydraulic equipment, etc
• Military service members and veterans with ranks from E3-E5, W1-W2, or O1-O3, plus appropriate equivalent combination of education and years of experience as outlined above.
• Minimum of 3 years work experience in the electric distribution field working as a Lineman (Note: A partial year of related work experience of 6 months or greater will be considered one year towards the qualifications)
• Prefer a graduate of a recognized Lineman Training Program
• Minimum of a High School Diploma or GED is required.
• The ability to work off a ladder is required
• The ability to lift up to 75 lbs. is required

Education Requirements

Minimum of a High School Diploma or GED is required.

Licenses, Certifications, or Quals Description

Working Conditions

Other Working Conditions

Test Description

No testing required.