Entry Lineman
Cobb EMC
Date: 5 hours ago
City: Marietta, GA
Contract type: Full time
We have an opening for Entry Lineman. These are entry level positions for Apprentice Lineman who will participate in the company's mandatory Apprentice Progression Training Program. Entry Lineman will train in the construction, operation and maintenance of overhead and underground lines for the company's distribution system.
Due to mandated safety requirements, anyone who operates weight-restricted aerial lifts (e.g. a bucket truck) and who must use retrieval systems during the performance of their tasks must maintain a weight of 290 pounds or less - fully dressed, including work boots. Operating these pieces of equipment is an essential function of the job.
Schedule 4-10 hour shifts per week *OT and on-call as needed
Benefits
Major Areas of Responsibility
The following are major responsibilities of this position. They are not intended to cover each aspect of the position as the scope and duties may change or be temporarily altered based on the current business needs of the Company. The basic requirement of every position is to perform all tasks as assigned by the reporting authority.
Safety and Corporate Standards- All Steps
High School or equivalent with a minimum of one-year experience in utility work, construction, heavy laborer or related experience OR Graduated from an Accredited Lineman College.
Ability to operate machinery and vehicles.
Must be familiar with basic hand tools.
Ability to rapidly acquire basic knowledge of corporate procedures, first aid, and safety rules and regulations.
Working knowledge of basic electricity, construction work, and construction units.
Ability to read and interpret maps and staking sheets and to gain a good working knowledge of all types of metering.
Ability to gain knowledge of Georgia Utility Facility Protection Act (GUFPA) regulations.
Required Skills
Must Pass The Required Job Skills Demonstration.
Ability to complete and pass required line worker certification program and step level evaluations.
Must be able to work at heights, climb tall structures and poles, lift, carry and pull heavy objects.
Average or above average computer skills are desired.
Basic mechanical aptitude.
Ability to interact in a professional and courteous manner with co-workers and members.
Ability to use judgement and reasoning skills to perform the essential functions of the position.
Obtain valid Class A Commercial Georgia driver's permit within three months and a valid Class A Commercial Georgia driver’s license and relevant endorsements within six months of hire. Obtain valid Georgia Flagging Certification within six months of hire.
Obtain valid Cobb County Excavating and Trenching Certification within one year of hire.
Must supply own hand tools.
Preferred
Previous utility industry experience.
Previous experience in an electrical distribution system.
Basic knowledge of electricity.
Physical Demands
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Pass Company-required Physical Exam And Meet DOT Certification.
Very heavy lifting and sustained physical activity required.
Due to mandated safety requirements, anyone who operates weight-restricted aerial lifts (e.g. a bucket truck) and who must use retrieval systems during the performance of their tasks must maintain a weight of 290 pounds or less - fully dressed, including work boots. Operating these pieces of equipment is an essential function of the job.
Examples Work performed involves frequently lifting and pulling cable, digging with a shovel, and using other hand tools; occasionally working from a ladder; occasionally climbing poles.
WORKING CONDITIONS
This position is responsible for responding to and correcting problems with the electrical distribution system during normal working hours, after hours, nights, weekends and holidays.
Work outside in various and extreme weather conditions and terrains.
Must be available for call out overtime work, scheduled overtime work, and overnight travel as needed.
When scheduled for on-call, must be able to report to Cobb EMC within 1 ½ hrs. of activation.
Ability to travel as necessary for training purposes, meetings, or to provide assistance to other electric companies, as required.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or other legally protected status. Drug-free Workplace.
CORE Values
Put People First
Care, listen and connect. Think team, not self. Respect and value differences.
Stay Safe
No shortcuts. See the big picture, no tunnel vision. Look out for each other
Innovate
Embrace change. Think big and bold. Be part of the solution.
Own It
Own your attitude, actions and words. Find a way. No BCD. Never stop learning.
EOE/AA F/M/Vets/Disabled/Reasonable Accommodation Employer Drug-free Workplace
Due to mandated safety requirements, anyone who operates weight-restricted aerial lifts (e.g. a bucket truck) and who must use retrieval systems during the performance of their tasks must maintain a weight of 290 pounds or less - fully dressed, including work boots. Operating these pieces of equipment is an essential function of the job.
Schedule 4-10 hour shifts per week *OT and on-call as needed
Benefits
- Company paid Health Insurance Premiums!
- Insurance is effective your first day of employment
- Retirement Security Pension plan!
- Automatic 7% Company paid contribution to 401k with additional matching!
- Annual Bonus Program!
- Tuition and Certification reimbursement!
- Learn more HERE
Major Areas of Responsibility
The following are major responsibilities of this position. They are not intended to cover each aspect of the position as the scope and duties may change or be temporarily altered based on the current business needs of the Company. The basic requirement of every position is to perform all tasks as assigned by the reporting authority.
Safety and Corporate Standards- All Steps
- Perform all work in a safe manner, encouraging others to do the same and reporting unsafe situations, environments, and work procedures.
- Abide by all corporate standards, policies, by-laws, rules, and regulations.
- Complete all assigned work in an accurate, timely, and efficient manner.
- Maintain a neat and orderly work area.
- Effectively meet job qualification standards as required by OSHA.
- Show concern for members’ property and ensure all work areas are left in a clean and safe condition.
- Operate all vehicles in accordance with federal, state and local laws
- Visually check lines, poles, insulators, transformers, service entrances, rights-of-way, etc. for manages or unsafe conditions and report same to immediate supervisor.
- Cut right-of-way and perform landscaping, concrete, and asphalt repairs, as required.
- Inspect, service, and maintain assigned vehicles and equipment daily.
- Advise immediate supervisor of maintenance needs on tools, vehicles, and other equipment.
- Assist in handling emergencies and outages as directed.
- Train to perform routine line work underground and overhead construction, line maintenance, and electrical service.
- Operate truck and assist in loading and unloading material. Properly secure all material when loading.
- Check material in and out of warehouse. Retire old line and facilities.
- Maintain thorough knowledge of current jobs and anticipate needs of Linemen and First-Class Linemen.
- Send tools and materials up pole with approved hand line and other equipment.
- Properly make up, on the ground, conductor dead end assemblies for Linemen.
- Set up reels and help string wire.
- Bore holes, frames and install poles according to specifications.
- Dig trenches and drive in ground rods.
- String, sag, and install armor rods and ties on conductors of all sizes and types on de-energized primary poles and de-energized circuits for training purposes.
- Install and connect transformers, fuse cut-outs, arrestors, switches, and oil cir-cuit reclosures on de-energized structures for training purposes.
- Install riser guard under direct supervision while positioned at least four feet below the lowest point of attachment of primary line to the pole.
High School or equivalent with a minimum of one-year experience in utility work, construction, heavy laborer or related experience OR Graduated from an Accredited Lineman College.
Ability to operate machinery and vehicles.
Must be familiar with basic hand tools.
Ability to rapidly acquire basic knowledge of corporate procedures, first aid, and safety rules and regulations.
Working knowledge of basic electricity, construction work, and construction units.
Ability to read and interpret maps and staking sheets and to gain a good working knowledge of all types of metering.
Ability to gain knowledge of Georgia Utility Facility Protection Act (GUFPA) regulations.
Required Skills
Must Pass The Required Job Skills Demonstration.
Ability to complete and pass required line worker certification program and step level evaluations.
Must be able to work at heights, climb tall structures and poles, lift, carry and pull heavy objects.
Average or above average computer skills are desired.
Basic mechanical aptitude.
Ability to interact in a professional and courteous manner with co-workers and members.
Ability to use judgement and reasoning skills to perform the essential functions of the position.
Obtain valid Class A Commercial Georgia driver's permit within three months and a valid Class A Commercial Georgia driver’s license and relevant endorsements within six months of hire. Obtain valid Georgia Flagging Certification within six months of hire.
Obtain valid Cobb County Excavating and Trenching Certification within one year of hire.
Must supply own hand tools.
Preferred
Previous utility industry experience.
Previous experience in an electrical distribution system.
Basic knowledge of electricity.
Physical Demands
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Pass Company-required Physical Exam And Meet DOT Certification.
Very heavy lifting and sustained physical activity required.
Due to mandated safety requirements, anyone who operates weight-restricted aerial lifts (e.g. a bucket truck) and who must use retrieval systems during the performance of their tasks must maintain a weight of 290 pounds or less - fully dressed, including work boots. Operating these pieces of equipment is an essential function of the job.
Examples Work performed involves frequently lifting and pulling cable, digging with a shovel, and using other hand tools; occasionally working from a ladder; occasionally climbing poles.
WORKING CONDITIONS
This position is responsible for responding to and correcting problems with the electrical distribution system during normal working hours, after hours, nights, weekends and holidays.
Work outside in various and extreme weather conditions and terrains.
Must be available for call out overtime work, scheduled overtime work, and overnight travel as needed.
When scheduled for on-call, must be able to report to Cobb EMC within 1 ½ hrs. of activation.
Ability to travel as necessary for training purposes, meetings, or to provide assistance to other electric companies, as required.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or other legally protected status. Drug-free Workplace.
CORE Values
Put People First
Care, listen and connect. Think team, not self. Respect and value differences.
Stay Safe
No shortcuts. See the big picture, no tunnel vision. Look out for each other
Innovate
Embrace change. Think big and bold. Be part of the solution.
Own It
Own your attitude, actions and words. Find a way. No BCD. Never stop learning.
EOE/AA F/M/Vets/Disabled/Reasonable Accommodation Employer Drug-free Workplace
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