What are the responsibilities and job description for the Line Technician (Certification Rate) position at City of Redding?
Description
Welcome to Redding Electric Utility!
At REU, we believe successful teams follow the "Humble, Hungry, and Smart" motto. As an organization, being "Humble" means valuing all our employees' contributions as we find the best ways to serve our community. Being "Hungry" means providing the best service possible and challenging ourselves to go above and beyond every day as we work to meet and exceed our goals. The ability to collaborate and adapt to the needs of our teams and community is a "Smart" way to garner results that positively impact our city. If you embrace these core values, you are encouraged to apply for a rewarding career with REU.
Our mission is simple: to improve public safety and provide reliable, cost-effective services for the people and businesses in Redding, California. Our employees are vital to our success as a publicly-owned utility in this mission.
We value the diverse range of skills and talents it takes to deliver excellent service to our community. We invest in and empower our employees through our commitment to continued professional development opportunities in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Please consider one of the great career opportunities available at REU!
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The City of Redding is inviting applications for Line Technician. Under direction, Line Technicians perform all classes of electrical power transmission and distribution system construction, maintenance and operation work. Three years line worker (post-apprenticeship) experience, successful completion of a certified rubber glove training program, and a CDL tank endorsement are desirable.
The City of Redding provides an excellent benefit package including health, dental, vision, life and long term disability insurance, paid time off, and a CalPERS retirement program, along with a great work environment.
We are looking for someone to
Remove and/or install power poles, towers, and other support structures
Work on energized conductors using rubber glove and/or hot stick techniques
Remove and/or install anchors, guy wires
Install or replace cross arms and overhead conductor, etc.
Install, repair, maintain, and/or splice primary and secondary underground conductors
Set and remove electric meters
Install, repair, replace, and/or remove street lights and make out appropriate reports
Install, repair, replace, and/or remove both overhead and underground transformers, capacitor banks, switches, boxes, connectors, and other line apparatus
Read work orders, switching orders, circuit maps, and note job changes on maps
Drive and operate digger derricks, bucket trucks, fork lifts, pole dollies
Operate wire pullers and other associated line equipment
May be required to work alone patrolling and trouble shooting the City's electrical system and perform related duties as assigned.
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Qualifications we're looking for
Knowledge of City safety rules
Knowledge of California State general orders 95 and 128
Knowledge of Cal OSHA safety regulations and high voltage safety orders
Knowledge of hazards associated with working on or in proximity to energized high voltage conductors and devices
Knowledge of distribution maps of the City electrical power system
Knowledge of switches and switching procedures for safe performance of the assigned job.
Ability to interact effectively with the public and employees
Ability to apply appropriate and adequate safety procedures
Ability to work at any height on steel or wood structures in fair or adverse weather conditions and climb up and down said structures
Ability to read drawings, profiles, maps and charts
Ability to and locate and repair problems in a safe, timely, and efficient manner.
Education, Experience and Special Requirements
Typical education would include a high school diploma, or equivalent, with two years of algebra, or equivalent, advanced coursework or training, and three years of City-approved apprenticeship training program.
Typical experience would be the completion of a three year City-approved apprentice program. Minimum of three years line worker (post-apprenticeship) experience desirable.
Possession of a California Class A commercial driver license, or the ability to acquire one within ten days of appointment.
Successful completion of a certified rubber glove training program desirable.