About this position
Overhead Lineman 2nd ClassOverhead 2nd Class Lineman performs electrical work onsite, in the construction and maintenance of overhead electrical distribution and service lines, transformers, meters, metering equipment, electrical substations, and related equipment. Other tasks include climbing wood poles, ladders, and towers.
You will work safely, complying with all company safety rules & policies, while performing new construction or maintenance work of energized and de-energized overhead work. Comprehend job prints or work orders. Install or remove overhead conductors, coverup, wood, steel, or concrete poles and supports. With guidance, install or remove mechanical jumpers, capacitors, regulators, transformers, transformer banks, lightening arrestors, cutouts, crossarms, insulators, switches, switchgear, troubleshoot primary and secondary systems and clear faulted circuits. SAG conductors. With guidance, comply with Switching and Tagging procedures. Practice Positive Control. With guidance, install and remove personal and equipment grounds. Establish Equipotential Grounding. Maintain company vehicles, equipment, and tools in good working order. Contribute to the development and delivery of the Pre-Job Briefing. You must work from a bucket and/or climb different types of structures and have your own climbing tools.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job. We also require you to speak and listen while performing job tasks. You will also frequently require you to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle and feel; and reach with hands and arms. Work environment while performing the responsibilities of this job, you are frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. You are occasionally exposed to a variety of extreme conditions at construction sites. The noise level in the work environment and job sites can be loud. You will perform tasks in outside weather conditions.
Competencies: Driven Team-Oriented Customer Oriented Required Qualifications: 2 or more years of experience High School diploma or equivalent Communicate in English. Ability to travel and work for extended periods in different locations. Valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) and acceptable driving record. This is a safety sensitive position that requires employees to be able to pass a background check and drug screen as required for this job. Work authorization requirements: Must meet I-9 requirements. This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. Affirmative Action/EEO statement: XKIG provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.
Travel Required: Yes. Travel may be required for storms, outages, and emergencies.
Location and commute
Alexandria, VA 22350.
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How to apply
Review the vacancy and complete the application on the employer or recruitment partner’s website. Requisition ID: WJ-3277132906.