Distribution Lineman

JOB INFORMATION

Job Title: Distribution Lineman or Distribution Lineman Apprentice

Job Code: 105132

Pay Grade: L1 or Apprentice 25

Job Summary

Equal Opportunity Employer - Minorities, Women, Individuals with DisABILITIES & Veterans Encouraged to apply.

We are hiring for either a Distribution Lineman or Distribution Lineman Apprentice based on candidates' qualifications.

Performs a variety of duties related to the installation, operation, repair, and maintenance of overhead and/or underground distribution systems, transmission facilities, and street light systems to provide continuous and dependable electric service to customers.

LEVEL OF RESPONSIBILITY

Performs varied tasks and projects directly related to craft trade. Gathers and analyzes relevant information to develop and implement the best course of action to ensure job is successfully completed in a safe manner. Often works under minimal or no supervision. Resolves most questions and problems, and refers only the most complex issues to higher level. Resolves problems through mastery of craft, trade knowledge and principles. Follows established Operating Procedures, Operating Practices and Approved Work Methods to accomplish requirements of job. Possesses career level knowledge to successfully perform job.

Essential Functions

• Investigates and documents events of cut or damaged cable and other company facilities.
• Operates a variety of electronic and other test equipment with a high degree of efficiency.
• Constructs and maintains overhead and underground distribution or transmission systems in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures.
• Climb poles, set poles and string wire, utilizes and operates equipment (e.g., aerial bucket trucks, and other construction equipment), materials, and manpower in a safe, efficient and effective manner.
• Perform substation and operating duties as operating feeder control devices and transmission/distribution switching.
  
  

Requirements

Distribution Lineman Qualifications:

• High School Diploma/GED and 5 years progressive Lineman experience and completion of OGE Apprentice Program; Or
• 1 year of equivalent Journey Lineman experience (i.e. Electric Utility certified Journeyman Lineman).
• Required to maintain permanent residence within a 30 minute driving time to assigned service center.
  
  

Distribution Lineman Apprentice Qualifications:

• Associate's Degree in a Technical discipline (i.e. Electronics/Engineering Technology/Power Plant Operations/High Voltage/etc); Or
• Certificate of completion/diploma in Electrical Power Technology, High Voltage, or related Power Line Technology; Or
• Prior military experience for at least one enlistment as documented on DD Form 214 combined with utility line experience; Or
• High School Diploma/GED and utility line experience.
• Required to maintain permanent residence within a 30 minute driving time to assigned service center.
  
  

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Required to work at heights up to and exceeding thirty (30) feet.
• Required to work with voltages up to 34.5 kV.
• Required to work non-standard work schedules to include on-call, overtime, weekends, holidays, and call-outs.
• Exposed to extreme conditions and inclement weather.
• Maintains or obtain all required certifications (e.g., Class A Switching, Confined Space).
• Successfully complete Lineman and Switching Schools under the Apprentice Program.
• Required to operate motor vehicle safely in all traffic, weather and light conditions.
• May be required to work under hazardous conditions.
• Requires wearing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Required to work away from home for extended periods, as needed.
• **Physical Demands**
• Constantly Standing
• Frequently Walking
• Occasionally Sitting
• Frequently Lifting up to 50 pounds
• Frequently Carrying up to 50 pounds
• Frequently Pushing up to 115 pounds
• Frequently Pulling up to 83 pounds
• Frequently Climbing
• N/A Balancing
• Frequently Stooping
• Occasionally Kneeling
• Occasionally Crouching
• Occasionally Crawling
• Frequently Reaching
• N/A Handling
• Occasionally Grasping
• N/A Feeling
• N/A Talking
• N/A Hearing
• Occasionally Repetitive Motions
• Occasionally Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination
• For additional information about physical demands, go to oge.com/physical demands
  
  

Physical Demands - Lifting And Other Weight Reqmts

General Requirements

• Occasionally: Sitting
• Occasionally: Kneeling
• Occasionally: Crouching
• Occasionally: Crawling
• Occasionally: Grasping
• Occasionally: Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination
• Occasionally: Repetitive Motions
• Frequently: Walking
• Frequently: Pushing
• Frequently: Pulling
• Frequently: Climbing
• Frequently: Stooping
• Frequently: Reaching
• Constantly: Standing
  
  

Lifting & Other Weight Requirements

• Frequently: Lifting up to 50 lbs
• Frequently: Carrying up to 50 lbs
  
  

Special Safety Requirements

• This position is classified as a Safety-Sensitive Function under United States Department of Transportation (USDOT) regulations. Individuals in this position are subject to the terms and conditions set forth in OGE Energy Corp.’s USDOT Drug Testing Plan.
• All positions in which driving is an essential function of the job, regardless if the job code is marked safety sensitive or not, will also be included as safety sensitive. Individuals in positions in which driving is an essential function are subject to the terms and conditions set forth in OGE Energy Corp.’s Drug Testing Plan.
  
  

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities (ksas)

• Demonstrated knowledge of electrical principles.
• Demonstrated ability to climb poles and work at heights up to and exceeding thirty (30) feet.
• Demonstrated ability to adhere to learn and adhere to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and company policies.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in speech and writing.
• Demonstrated ability to interact effectively and professionally with team members, leaders, and customers.
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot, diagnosis problems, and resolve effectively.
• Demonstrated ability to understand equipment, systems, and processes.
• Demonstrated ability to use common purpose hand tools and other materials of various craft trades.
• Demonstrated ability to adjust and adapt across varied working conditions.
• Demonstrated knowledge and adherence to safety requirements and the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Mechanical skills and familiarity working with mechanical equipment (e.g., aerial bucket trucks, construction equipment).
• Demonstrated ability to work efficiently under minimal supervision.
• Computer skills with knowledge of MS-Office Suite (e.g., Outlook).
• Knowledge of basic math.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks.
• Strong knowledge and understanding of utility lighting systems.
  
  

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

• Valid Class A Commercial Driver's License with DOT certification (Required)
  
  

Health And Safety (medical/Dot Requirements)

• DOT Drug Test / Physical
• DOT Driver Qual History - 7 years
• Exams position specific - Consult Health & Safety
• Job Specific Physical Assessment
• Safety Sensitive
  
  

SALARY RANGE

$51,189 - $109,283

Salary : $51,189 - $109,283