Summary

Performs, under strict supervision, diversified work of constructing and repairing electric distribution facilities of all classes and voltage, including energized lines and structures and equipment involved in the distribution of electricity to provide the most economical and reliable service to members while complying with safety policies and procedures.

Reporting

• Reports to: Operations Supervisors & Lead Lineman (as assigned)
• Directs: None

Responsibilities

• Perform, under strict supervision, diversified work including, but not limited to, the construction, installation, maintenance and removal of electric distribution lines of all classes and voltage, on both energized and de-energized lines.
• Perform, under strict supervision, diversified work including, but not limited to, the construction, installation, maintenance and removal of structures and equipment involved in the distribution of electricity, including, but not limited to, transformer banks, regulators, line capacitors and oil circuit reclosers on both energized and de-energized lines.
• Responsible for vehicle, tools, and other SVEC equipment assigned for his/her use.
• Assist in special projects as necessary.

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or GED
• 1-year experience in the construction, operation, maintenance and repair of electric systems or equivalent work experience preferred.
• Participation in employment development and powerline training programs.
• Participation in job safety and training programs and other sponsored technical workshops and seminars.
• Successfully complete certification as a flagman under the certified program for the state of Virginia.
• Knowledge of basic electricity and experience with working in an electric utility environment preferred.
• Must possess a valid Commercial Driver’s license, Class A.
• Must obtain and hold forklift and flagman certification in the state of Virginia.

Required Skills and Abilities

• Must be able to maintain professionalism and control under all circumstances.
• Has and maintains a valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record and is able to operate SVEC vehicles.
• Must become and remain certified in CPR and first aid. Must also be skilled in the use of safety equipment.
• Ability to handle the challenge of operating efficiently under a very flexible schedule due to the number of unanticipated and unplanned requests for services from the various individuals, departments, and outside contacts with whom this position is involved.
• Ability to motivate peers toward goal achievement.
• Strong verbal, written, analytical and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills.
• Must be of high integrity and possess good working habits.
• Ability to communicate effectively with fellow associates, public, and especially members, during and after hours as first responder.
• Must participate in SVEC’s scheduled On-Call program.
• Must have access to reliable transportation to and from work.

Physical Requirements

• Participation in SVEC job safety and training programs, relevant workshops, seminars and other SVEC sponsored courses and events.
• Must be able to use office equipment including telephone, computer, and other systems and related software in the performance of position responsibilities.
• Must be able and available, during any and all types of weather conditions, to work weekends, holidays, evenings and other times outside normal duty hours to assist in service restoration and other emergencies that may arise or when the workload demands.
• Must always maintain an operating telephone or personal communication device at his/her place of residence. Ability to contact the telephone or personal communication device must be made available to SVEC for the purpose of contacting the manager to conduct legitimate routine and/or emergency business.
• This position involves primarily outside work and may require occasional lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing 130 pounds or more, and routine lifting of objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
• This position also requires routine walking, standing, some pulling, pushing, stooping, kneeling, climbing of poles and structures, and exposure to dirt and water, under all weather conditions.
• Residency requirement:  Must make his/her residence within forty (40) minutes legal driving time to the district office where he/she is assigned.  This is an employment requirement that must be adhered to within 6 months of hire or transfer. In the event this is not complied to his/her employment with the Cooperative will be terminated without notice

About Shenandoah Valley Electric Cooperative, Inc.

Chartered in 1936, SVEC maintains over 8,100 miles of electric lines and serves more than 97,000 member accounts in the counties of Augusta, Clarke, Frederick, Highland (all), Page (all), Rockingham, Shenandoah and Warren in Virginia, and the city of Winchester (all). Shenandoah Valley Electric Cooperative was the first electric cooperative chartered in Virginia. SVEC is governed by a democratically elected 10-member board of directors. Each year, at SVEC’s annual meeting, directors are elected by members. Directors serve four-year terms.

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