1st Class Lineworker in Wilmington

General Summary (What is done and why.)

The T D Lineworker Class 1 position is responsible for performing a variety of functions related to the construction, installation or maintenance of underground and overhead high and low voltage electric Transmission and Distribution systems. Work is varied in nature and the incumbent applies an advanced knowledge of electricity to work performed. Incumbent works under general supervision and in compliance with established policies, procedures and regulations. This position regularly requires an employee to work overtime or work outside of regularly scheduled hours for emergency or service restoration purposes.

Essential Functions (Majority of duties, but not meant to be all-inclusive nor prevent other duties from being assigned as necessary.)

• Demonstrates a comprehensive understanding of Company safety rules & practices (including but not limited to vehicles, tools, lineworkers or other personnel) and holds crew personnel accountable for efficient and thorough work under safe working conditions at all times.
• Serves as a member in team effort to construct, install or maintain overhead and underground lines, transformers and associated equipment, including the setting and removal of meters.
• Must possess the knowledge, skills and abilities of a journeyman lineworker.
• Must have general knowledge of the transmission and distribution standards. Where impossible or impractical to follow, insure the work is performed in a safe and workmanlike manner with solid construction and ample clearances.
• Must be familiar with the T&D Systems under GMP jurisdiction and be qualified to do any transmission and distribution switching necessary to locate and repair the trouble in a safe manner.
• Locates and identifies service issues and restores service on all classes of lines, substations, sectionalizing equipment, and all voltage classes.
• Performs hot-line work at all applicable voltages, including 15-kv gloving as well as maintenance of distribution and service poles and attachments.
• Must be able to safely climb poles and comfortably work at heights.
• Digs pole and anchor holes and assists in setting, removing, and loading, unloading, transporting and framing poles.
• Communicates information relative to scheduling and related requirements to T&D Operations Supervisor and Resource Coordination in a timely fashion to achieve maximum production, efficient operation, and the timely completion of work.
• Assists district leadership in ensuring accurate and timely submission of crew paperwork, electronic or manual (i.e. crew time tickets, timesheets, expense reports, dependent on end-state and system requirements) and acting as crew contact person as needed.
• Plans, organizes and assigns work to less experienced lineworkers for everyday tasks and projects.
• Coaches, motivates and leads fellow employees, including holding employees accountable for achieving desired results.
• Required to act in a safe and courteous manner conducive to good public relations.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (Minimum education, experience, technical and communication skill levels and licenses/certificates normally required to perform the duties of this position.)

• Incumbent must be qualified, and maintain their qualification, to drive Department of Transportation (DOT) regulated vehicles and be in compliance with all applicable State and Federal laws.
• Incumbent must be qualified, and maintain qualification, to perform switching and tagging duties for the System Operations Department and, depending on district and Company needs, for VELCO.
• Demonstrated technical proficiency in the techniques, procedures and use of the materials, equipment, tools and methods employed in the installation, maintenance and repair of electrical facilities.
• Demonstrated knowledge of hazardous material handling requirements and environmental regulations related to the maintenance and operation of transmission and distribution facilities.
• Advanced written, oral and interpersonal communication skills with ability to train other employees and perform administrative functions associated with the job.
• Ability and desire to adjust to change or ambiguities.
• Demonstrated ability to make technical decisions