What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lineworker Helper, Lineworker Apprentice I, II, III, IV position at City of San Marcos, TX?
JOB
JOB SUMMARYPerforms routine work under direct supervision involving the installation and maintenance of the City’s electric utility system; helps Lineworkers; trims trees; operates various types of work equipment and tools; assists in responding to electrical emergencies; and performs other related duties. Rotates crews regularly and works under the direction of crew members and Electric Distribution Supervisors.The Lineworker Helper will performs routine work involving the installation and maintenance of the City's electric utility system; provides assistance to line personnel; trims trees; maintains rights-of-way; operates various types of work equipment and tools; assists in responding to electrical emergencies; and performs other related duties.The Lineworker Apprentice I shall work on the ground or climb only, may only operate an aerial bucket truck during training, and may work on voltages up to 240 volts with appropriate PPE.The Lineworker Apprentice II may work on voltages up to 480-volt 3 phase secondary with appropriate PPE.The Lineworker Apprentice III is authorized to work on energized primary voltages “Rubber Glove”, with appropriate PPE, only when a Lineworker is in the same Aerial Bucket with them.The Lineworker Apprentice IV is authorized to work on energized primary voltages “Rubber Glove” with appropriate PPE, as long as a Lineworker is working in another Aerial Bucket on the same structure.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSThese positions may include (see each position's job description for specifics and full Essential Functions): Trim trees, shovel dirt/gravel, and operate various types of work equipment and tools. (Helper)Assist in responding to electrical emergencies. (Helper)Climbs poles to assist Lineworkers in grounding poles, hanging transformers and services. (I)Climbs poles to hang and maintain streetlights. (I)Perform voltage and meter can checks and set single phase electric meters. (I)Makes energized connections at the weather head on customer’s services. (I) Operate an Aerial Bucket truck to connect single and three phase customer services. (II)Operate the Digger / Line Truck to Load, Dig and Set poles. (II)Assist in the terminations of CT Metering. (III)Splicing and termination medium voltage power cables. (III) Assist is writing a switching order. (IV)Be able to correctly read a job drawing. (IV)Safely add or remove electrical equipment on poles. (IV)Is required to be “on call” on a rotating basis or as needed to meet business needs. (I, II, III, IV)DECISION MAKINGThis position works under general and direct supervision.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
JOB DIMENSIONSMust be able to read/comprehend job orders and specifications.Effective verbal and written communication skills.Maintaining positive working relationships with City departments and personnel, outside agencies, electrical contractors, and utility customers.Working safely, professionally and productively.This position may be required to work more than 40 hours per week and may require reporting in an “on call” basis.PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONSPhysical requirements include lifting up to 100 pounds occasionally. Subject to vision and hearing constantly; standing, walking, lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling, reaching, handling and balancing frequently; sitting, fine dexterity, kneeling, crouching, bending, twisting, climbing to heights over thirty- five (35) feet high, talking and foot controls occasionally; crawling rarely.Working conditions can involves exposure to variable and/or extreme weather conditions, heavy equipment/vehicles, high/low voltage electrical currents, hazardous chemicals/materials, wildlife, working at heights or confined spaces.
JOB SUMMARYPerforms routine work under direct supervision involving the installation and maintenance of the City’s electric utility system; helps Lineworkers; trims trees; operates various types of work equipment and tools; assists in responding to electrical emergencies; and performs other related duties. Rotates crews regularly and works under the direction of crew members and Electric Distribution Supervisors.The Lineworker Helper will performs routine work involving the installation and maintenance of the City's electric utility system; provides assistance to line personnel; trims trees; maintains rights-of-way; operates various types of work equipment and tools; assists in responding to electrical emergencies; and performs other related duties.The Lineworker Apprentice I shall work on the ground or climb only, may only operate an aerial bucket truck during training, and may work on voltages up to 240 volts with appropriate PPE.The Lineworker Apprentice II may work on voltages up to 480-volt 3 phase secondary with appropriate PPE.The Lineworker Apprentice III is authorized to work on energized primary voltages “Rubber Glove”, with appropriate PPE, only when a Lineworker is in the same Aerial Bucket with them.The Lineworker Apprentice IV is authorized to work on energized primary voltages “Rubber Glove” with appropriate PPE, as long as a Lineworker is working in another Aerial Bucket on the same structure.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSThese positions may include (see each position's job description for specifics and full Essential Functions): Trim trees, shovel dirt/gravel, and operate various types of work equipment and tools. (Helper)Assist in responding to electrical emergencies. (Helper)Climbs poles to assist Lineworkers in grounding poles, hanging transformers and services. (I)Climbs poles to hang and maintain streetlights. (I)Perform voltage and meter can checks and set single phase electric meters. (I)Makes energized connections at the weather head on customer’s services. (I) Operate an Aerial Bucket truck to connect single and three phase customer services. (II)Operate the Digger / Line Truck to Load, Dig and Set poles. (II)Assist in the terminations of CT Metering. (III)Splicing and termination medium voltage power cables. (III) Assist is writing a switching order. (IV)Be able to correctly read a job drawing. (IV)Safely add or remove electrical equipment on poles. (IV)Is required to be “on call” on a rotating basis or as needed to meet business needs. (I, II, III, IV)DECISION MAKINGThis position works under general and direct supervision.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
JOB DIMENSIONSMust be able to read/comprehend job orders and specifications.Effective verbal and written communication skills.Maintaining positive working relationships with City departments and personnel, outside agencies, electrical contractors, and utility customers.Working safely, professionally and productively.This position may be required to work more than 40 hours per week and may require reporting in an “on call” basis.PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONSPhysical requirements include lifting up to 100 pounds occasionally. Subject to vision and hearing constantly; standing, walking, lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling, reaching, handling and balancing frequently; sitting, fine dexterity, kneeling, crouching, bending, twisting, climbing to heights over thirty- five (35) feet high, talking and foot controls occasionally; crawling rarely.Working conditions can involves exposure to variable and/or extreme weather conditions, heavy equipment/vehicles, high/low voltage electrical currents, hazardous chemicals/materials, wildlife, working at heights or confined spaces.
