Apprentice Line Technician

JOB SUMMARY

This position

• Works under the direct supervision of the Working Foreman.
• Performs numerous duties under supervision of a qualified person, including construction, maintenance and repair of overhead and underground distribution and transmission line and related facilities, as well as service work and other related and assigned duties. These duties are qualified in the SMPA Apprenticeship program and subject to advancement guidelines.
• Must be able to operate heavy utility trucks and equipment in a variety of weather and terrain conditions.
• Maintains a safe and positive work culture and professional environment.

MINIMUM JOB SPECIFICATIONS

This job requires

• A High School diploma or equivalent.
• Certificate of completion from a qualified hot line school program preferable.
• Must have basic math skills and be able to read, write and evaluate situations.
• A strong work ethic that includes working in the safest manner possible at all times and working as a team member.
• Employee to represent the co-op in a progressive, positive, and professional manner in all relationships, both internal and external.
• Thorough knowledge of first aid and CPR and AED Strong computer skills in relation to the position.
• The ability to receive direction from others and follow through with tasks assigned.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Enrollment in and ability to complete a 4-year (8,000 hour) Apprenticeship Program selected by SMPA.
• Travel in order to gain knowledge and the required hours of on-the-job training.
• A valid Class A, Commercial Colorado driver's license.

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

The Apprentice Line Technician

• Knowledge of principles and practices in line construction service and operations and maintenance requirements in an electric distribution system.
• The ability to read and interpret staking sheets, all RUS specifications and line construction assemblies, the NEC and National Electric Safety Code.
• The ability to interpret the Cooperative's electrical and mechanical tagging and other numbering systems and the layout of electrical transmission and distribution lines.
• Working knowledge of the policies and procedures of San Miguel Power Association.
• The ability to interpret the Cooperative's layout of electrical substation, transmission, and distribution lines.
• Understanding that their performance will be evaluated throughout the progression of the apprenticeship.

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This position will remain open until filled.

Salary : $35 - $58