Job Description
Job Summary
Our Ahoskie Office has an opening for Electric Line Worker.
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. Most 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 Lineman
• Climb poles and towers
• Work aloft with and lift tools and material up to 60 lbs
• Drive and/or operate vehicles for long distances
• Operate heavy equipment to construct and maintain distribution system.
• Work in inclement weather as needed or service dictates
• Work in adverse environments such as swamps, wetlands, coastal sounds, lakes, rivers and mountains
• Must be available for overtime including extended workdays and holidays
• The successful candidates will be required to complete a Line Worker Skills Assessment
• Due to weight limits on equipment, a weight restriction of 290 pounds applies
• Perform other duties, as assigned
Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Experience
• Minimum of 3 years work experience in the electric distribution field working as a Lineman
• Minimum of a High School Diploma or GED is required.
• The ability to lift up to 75 lbs. is required
• The ability to work off a ladder is required
• 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
• Ability to climb poles and towers
• Prefer a graduate of a recognized Lineman Training Program
• 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.
Education Requirements
Minimum of a High School Diploma or GED is required.
Licenses, Certifications, or Quals Description
Working Conditions
Other Working Conditions
Test Description
• This job requires "recommended" test results from Modern Hire Electric Line Worker Virtual Job Tryout administered online. The assessment is untimed but usually takes about 45 minutes to complete.
• Must pass a health and physical assessment.
• The successful candidates will be required to complete a Line Worker Skills Assessment