Lineman First Class

Our Operations Team is looking for a Lineman First Class. The Lineman First Class is accountable for ensuring that electric services for the Cooperative are safely and efficiently maintained for all members. Responsibilities include training and mentoring members of service crew teams to safely perform work, leading and directing service crews with constructing, repairing, and maintaining the Cooperative's electrical distribution infrastructure, and ensuring all equipment is maintained while exemplifying safe work practices for all electrical personnel.

Essential Job Duties

• Perform all required duties, both on the ground and overhead, involving construction, maintenance, and repair operations under energized line conditions including but not limited to poles, transformers, and transmission and distribution lines
• Train and mentor those in Lineman positions of Second and Third class and Apprentice positions
• Lead and delegate service and work order tasks to crew as required
• Ensure required documents for service and work orders, staking sheets, and other documents are completed and have all required signatures
• Provide support for all major and non-major outages
• Assemble, inspect, and load the necessary materials for all assignments
• Complete inspection and servicing tasks to ensure that trucks, tools, and equipment are properly used and maintained in good working order
• Proactively identify and resolve issues as quickly and safely as possible
• Train and mentor those in Lineman positions of Second Class, Third Class, and Apprentice positions
• Lead and delegate service and work order tasks to crew as required

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Proficient knowledge of electrical systems, equipment, and materials
• Proficient in the use of tools and equipment used in line work
• Ability to train and develop staff
• Physical strength and ability to work at heights and in various weather conditions
• Ability to follow safety protocols and guidelines
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to lead, motivate and develop others as a backup to Foreman