Job detail for Journeyman Lineman

CERTIFIED JOURNEYMAN LINEMAN ONLY

**Overview:**Performs construction, repairs, and maintenance of overhead and underground power systems, requiring use of precautionary work methods and safety equipment due to electrical hazards present when working on or near energized conductors and electrical accessories.

**Essential Functions:**Essential functions, as determined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following tasks, knowledge, and other characteristics. This list of job functions is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions of this class. The approved class specifications are not intended to and do not infer or create any employment, compensation, or contract rights to any person(s). This updated job description supersedes prior descriptions for the same position. Management reserves the right to add or change duties at any time.

**Essential Job Functions:**Installs, removes, maintains, and repairs poles, cross arms, pins, insulators, hardware, guys, transformers, switching devices, and outdoor substation equipment in connection with construction, operation and maintenance work on dead or energized overhead and underground transmission and distribution lines operating at voltages from 120 volts to 138 KV.

Installs, maintains, and operates overhead and underground distribution systems using rubber or synthetic insulating materials including transformer replacements, energized conductor transfers service entry rebuilds, and switching.

Supervises, directs, plans, and works with small line crew as needed.

Instructs and trains Apprentice Lineman in all phases of overhead and underground work performed by a Journeyman Lineman.

Handle emergency calls such as power line failures, lines down, and other emergencies which may arise.

Installs and removes transformers, lightning arrestors, fuses, cutouts, oil and air brake switches, and other overhead line devices.

Perform work in accordance with department safety codes and regulations.

Operates and maintains light or heavy equipment which is job related.

Perform other duties of a like or like or lesser grade which may be assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Extensive knowledge of linework and electrical theory, especially overhead and underground power systems with voltages ranging from 120 volts to 138 KV.
• Must have knowledge of math, electrical calculations, transformer configurations, and substations.
• Must have developed language skills to the point of being able to read and understand instructions, safety rules, etc.
• Must carry a cell phone and be available for call out at any time of the day or night, year-round, regardless of weather conditions.
• Must be willing to participate in an after-hours call out rotation.
• Must live within a 30-minute response time of the operations center.

**Critical Skills-Expertise:**Skillfully use hand tools or machines needed for your work.

Measure, cut, or otherwise work on materials or objects with great precision.

Use arithmetic or shop geometry to figure the amounts of material needed, dimensions to be followed, and cost of material.

Read blueprints and mapping diagrams to determine location and design of electrical system also to determine what the finalized product should be.

Accept responsibility for the accuracy of a completed project.

Solve problems and make decisions using facts and personal judgement.

Work with various kinds of people while maintaining a professional image.

Work well in sometimes stressful, high-pressure situations.

Think quickly and safely.

**Physical Requirements:**Able to lift 100 pounds with frequent lifting and/or carrying objects weighing up to 50 pounds.

Requires the ability to perform the following activities: climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, talking, hearing, and seeing.

Requires operating aerial devices and the ability to climb poles using climbing equipment.

May work on high voltages ranging from 138 KV down, which could cause severe injury.

Required to work in all types of construction sites.

Required to work outdoors in any weather conditions.

**Required Licenses and Certifications:**Commercial Utah Driver's license (CDL Class A)

Certification from an accredited organization of a Journeyman Lineworker

**Qualifications:**Completion of an accredited Lineman Apprenticeship Program or an equivalent to the City's program resulting in a Journeyman Lineman Certificate

High school diploma or equivalent

Successfully pass a background check, a driving record check, and a pre-employment drug test

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Benefits begin on the date of hire. Bountiful City offers Select Health and PEHP networks, with the choice of Traditional or High Deductible plans on either network. Bountiful pays 100% of the premium for employees (single coverage), 95% of the premium for two-party coverage, and 90% of the premium for family coverage.

Dental and Vision Insurance

Dental and Vision coverage is provided by Renaissance. This coverage is optional and is paid for by the employee. It is effective on the first day of the month following the date of hire.

Life Insurance

Group Term Life insurance coverage of two times the annual salary + $10,000 is provided to the employee, $10,000 for a spouse, and $10,000 per eligible dependent. The premium for this coverage is paid by the City. Additional supplemental life insurance may be purchased by the employee.

Flexible Spending Accounts (FLEX$)

Eligible employees may elect to enroll in the FLEX$ program offered by PEHP. Employee contributions are made bi-weekly through payroll. Funds can be used to pay for eligible medical expenses and for dependent childcare expenses on a pre-tax basis according to IRS guidelines.

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Employees who are enrolled in a High-Deductible plan will receive pre-tax contributions from Bountiful City to fund their HSA. Employer contribution amounts rely on the tier of medical coverage chosen by the employee and are prorated based on date of hire. Annually these amounts are $1000 (single coverage), $2,000 (two-party coverage), and $3,000 (family coverage).

Employees have the option to make bi-weekly pre-tax contributions to their HSA account in addition to the contributions made on their behalf by Bountiful City. The combined total of the contributions should stay under the annual IRS maximum contribution limit.

Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance (AD&D)

Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance coverage is provided by PEHP. This coverage is optional and is paid for by the employee. It is effective the first day of the month following the date of hire.

Long Term Disability (LTD)

Bountiful City pays the premium for LTD coverage which offers 66.67% salary replacement after a 90-day waiting period.

Sick and Vacation Leave

Employees accrue 3.70 hours of sick leave per pay period and there is no cap on accrual. Employees accrue 3.70 hours of vacation leave per pay period and may carry a maximum of 240 hours. Vacation accrual rates increase with years of service. Employees who meet certain criteria may sell back sick and vacation leave annually.

Paid Holidays

Employees receive twelve paid holidays a year.

Employee Assistance Program

A counseling and consultation service through Blomquist Hale is provided to help employees and eligible family members with a wide range of personal issues. This plan is paid for by Bountiful City and there is no out of pocket expense for the employee to utilize this benefit.

COLA and Merit Increases

Employees may receive COLA (cost of living adjustment) and/or merit salary increases based on performance evaluations, market adjustments, and/or the availability of funds as allocated by the City Council.

Retirement – Pension

Bountiful City funds a pension plan and/or 401(k) account through Utah Retirement Systems (URS) on the employee's behalf. Specific contributions vary based on hire date and the tier the employee falls under and will be discussed further at the time of hire. For more information, please visit www.urs.org. Presently, Bountiful City makes additional contributions to Tier 2 employees 401(k) accounts to equalize contribution rates with Tier 1 employees.

Retirement – Savings Plans

Employees have the option to contribute to a variety of additional savings account options including 401(k), 457, and Roth IRA. Contributions can be made on a pre-tax or post-tax basis through bi-weekly payroll deductions.

Other Benefits

Bountiful City offers Bereavement/Funeral Leave, Family Medical Leave, Jury Duty Leave, Military Leave, Cell Phone and Uniform Stipends, Safety Awards, Training Opportunities, Tuition Reimbursement, Wellness Programs, Employee Luncheons, Years of Service Awards, and other Department specific awards.