Job: Power & Light- Lineman I

Job Description

Job Type: Full time, Hourly

Wage: $25.50/hr.

Location: Trinidad, CO.

Job Description:

Job Physical Level:           Strenuous

General Purpose:

Performs tasks and activities related to assisting in the installation, maintenance, testing, operation and repair of the electrical distribution and generating systems of the City of Trinidad Power & Light Department.  This will include but not be limited to 120 volts DC and all AC voltages from 12 up to 13,800 volts.

Cultural Values and Competencies:

The mission of every employee at the City of Trinidad is to deliver exceptional value and quality of life to all of our citizens.  Each employee is measured by the ability to adhere to the city’s core value of Pride which is delivered through Purpose, Respect, Integrity, Dependability and Excellence.  As a City we embrace and celebrate diversity and equity for all citizens and recognize that it is a privilege to serve the citizens of Trinidad, Colorado.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

The following statements are illustrative of the essential functions of the job and do not include other nonessential or peripheral duties that may be required.  The City of Trinidad retains the right to modify or change the essential duties and additional functions of the job at any time without notice. Examples of duties are not intended to be all-inclusive or restrictive.  Responsibilities as outlined in the City Charter:

Note:  Regular and predictable attendance in the performance of this job is an essential function.

• Performs work related to the installation, maintenance, testing, operation and repair of the electrical power distribution and generating systems of the City of Trinidad, Power & Light Department on all voltages encountered in the system including 120 volt D.C. and all A.C. voltages from 12 up through 13,800.
• Operates all equipment, machinery, hand tools and other devices assigned to the Power and Light Department.
• Performs first echelon maintenance of equipment as assigned. Responsible for equipment as assigned by Line Supervisor.
• Requires the agility and ability to climb wood poles, operate equipment safely and correctly, perform delicate maneuvers of equipment and devices around live electrical equipment and wiring and to work in inclement weather.
• Attends technical training classes as directed and/or desired.
• Performs all the duties (including manual labor) necessary to carry out the day-to-day operations of the Power and Light Department.
• May be required to work extra overtime hours, weekends or holidays in the event of emergencies. Hours of work are generally 7:00 am to 3:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. Must respond to emergency call outs and participate in the “on call” program.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Job Qualifications

Required Education and Experience:       

• Two (2) to Three (3) years related experience and/or training; equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Basic electrical knowledge required.
• Certification from lineman school preferred
• Experience in electrical distribution as a Lineman is highly preferred.

Other Necessary Requirements: 

• Must possess a valid current state-issued driver’s license, not under suspension, revocation or denial nor have any prior alcohol related driving offenses within the last five years. A Class “B” Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with air brake endorsement is required or must be acquired within six (6) months from date of hire at the applicant’s expense.
• Successful candidates must pass a background investigation, drug screen and physical examination in accordance with job duties prior to employment.
• Must pass City’s Drug & Alcohol program, including pre-employment testing, post-accident testing, random testing, reasonable suspicion testing, return-to-duty testing and follow-up testing.
• CPR and First Aid training required.

Necessary Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:             

Knowledge of:

• Applicable laws, codes, ordinances, safety and health regulations related to electric distribution.
• Occupational hazards and the necessity of safety precautions.
• Knowledge of electrical circuitry and the ability to apply that knowledge to solve problems.
• Knowledge of operations of vehicles of varying size and weight classification ranging from pickup to dump trucks. Must be competent in the proper use and operation of various hand tools and small equipment and must follow all established safety standards in the performance of assigned duties.

Skilled in:

• The ability to listen to, read, understand and communicate the English language so that others are able to understand. This must be done both orally and in writing, at the level appropriate for the position held.
• Safe work record and demonstration of a strong work ethic.
• Strong organizational skills and a willingness to be pro-active and accept new challenges.

Ability to:

• Work in accordance with quality and safety standards, policies and guidelines.
• Read and comprehend detailed and inter-related instruction sets for technical manuals. Must be able to identify all materials and equipment related to the electrical systems.
• Pay close attention to detail.
• Maintain effective working relations with co-workers.
• Reliably and predictably carry out duties.

Working Conditions

Work Environment & Physical Activities:

The work environment characteristics and physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate, but can be very loud at times.   

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear. The employee must on occasion lift and/or move up to 75 pounds with or without assistance.  Requires the dexterity, agility and ability to lift and carry objects weighing up to 60 pounds without injuring yourself or others.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.  The employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts and fumes or airborne particles. The employee is often exposed to outside weather conditions; risk of electrical shock, dampness, direct sunlight, dust, pollen, insect stings and animals.

Tools and Equipment Used:         

Personal computer, Microsoft Office Suite, and databases; phone; fax and copy machine.

Examples of such equipment are man lifts, line trucks, back hoes, trencher, capstan winches, hydraulic power units and associated tooling, hoisting devices, crimping devices, line location equipment, chainsaws, various hand tools, electronic troubleshooting devices, infrared cameras, and other tools associated with electrical trade.

Supervision Received:

Works under the direct supervision of the Line Crew Foreman and the Power & Light Director.

Supervision Exercised:

None.

**Disclaimer: The duties and responsibilities described above are not a comprehensive list and additional tasks may be assigned to the employee, time to time; the scope of the job may change as necessitated by business demands. Click “View Application” below for more detail on this specific job.