Job Description
Paulding Putnam Electric & Internet is looking for a Apprentice Lineworker assists with the installation, maintenance, operation, removal and inspection of electrical overhead and underground distribution facilities and distribution substation facilities.This is a four-year apprenticeship with a processive step by step program.A class A CDL, preferred.Definitions:The following reference is provided as a guideline for persons responsible for directing the duties and responsibilities of assigned personnel, to assist in the safety and development of employees, and is not intended to limit assignment of work or the degree of supervision under all operating conditions:Direct Supervision:A qualified person is working hands-on directly with the person performing the designated task.(In the same bucket, on the pole with them) Immediate Supervision:A qualified person is near the structure / equipment and is in continual visual and/or verbal contact with the person performing the task.(Another bucket working the same structure, on the pole being worked, etc.) General Supervision:A qualified person is in the general vicinity of the apprentice.Core Competencies:Must be supportive of Cooperative business concepts and principals.Must be of high integrity, dependable and professional.Punctual and conscientious about work hours and perform overtime when requested.Communicate with supervisor when unable to work at the appointed time.Accept responsibility for the duties of your position.Work diligently toward complete accurate work assignments.Develop the necessary skills and knowledge to perform the duties of the position.Attend meetings and seminars as directed.Continually develop and recommend more efficient and effective ways of carrying out the duties and responsibilities of the position.Review and abide by established policies and procedures of the Cooperative.Must have a high regard for the safety of themselves and others.Promote safety in every activity and attend scheduled safety meetings as directed.Become familiar with and abide by the PPEC safety rules and procedures.Must have the desire to work as part of a team and contribute to the high morale in the organization.Promote teamwork through communication and cooperation.Treat co-workers in a professional manner and consider the opinions and personal needs of others.Accept and adapt positively to changes in your position and within the Cooperative.Develop a commitment to accept ongoing change.Be a positive influence within and outside the Cooperative.Support the Cooperative's mission by staying current with information to cultivate and positively project the Cooperative's philosophy.Job Responsibilities:First Year/Step One Under the supervision of Journeyman Lineman, performs all assigned groundwork while learning line skills and obtaining knowledge of safe and efficient procedures, which includes:Observes from ground level all actions and procedures of Journeyman Lineman on pole and participates in Pole Top and Bucket Truck Rescue Becomes familiar with materials used in construction units.Assists in loading, hauling, and delivering poles to the proper location.Assists in framing and setting poles and structures.Assists in installing anchors, ground rods, ground wires and other line material.Assists in the stringing, splicing, and sagging of electrical conductors and cable on deenergized lines.Observes and assists (when deenergized) in the installation and change-out of meters, transformers, and other electrical apparatus.Learns to read and record meter readings.Assists in the disassembly and retirement of construction units.Performs routine maintenance on tools and equipment.Performs all assigned groundwork while learning line skills.Learns and observes safety rules and procedures.Learns to climb poles with no voltage source.First Year/Step Two Under the supervision of Journeyman Lineman:Continues with duties described under First Year/Step One.Becomes familiar with staking sheets.Learns to record material used and retired.Learns to climb poles and use an aerial device on non-energized lines.Performs work on de-energized lines such as tying in conductor, making up services.May be assigned to standby duties accompanied by a Journeyman Lineman Under direct supervision installs and changes out meters Under direct supervision learns to climb poles and uses an aerial device on single phase services of 600 volts or less and performs assigned tasks.Can work pad mount transformers while deenergized.Frames and sets poles and structures around energized lines Under direct supervision can use extendo stick/pogo Second Year/ Step Three Provides efficient service in the construction, operation, and maintenance of the Cooperative's distribution system; improves his skills and knowledge toward becoming a Journeyman Lineman by performing assigned work under the direct supervision of a Journeyman Lineman, such as:Climbs poles and uses an aerial device to perform work on de