Line Technician/Lineman/Lineworker - CVEC - Appomattox, VA - Central Virginia Electric Cooperative : Job Details

CVEC (Central Virginia Electric Cooperative) is looking to hire a Line Technician in our Appomattox, VA Division. The successful candidate will be responsible for performing all duties associated with the installation, rearrangement, operation, maintenance, repair, and removal of electrical transmission and distribution facilities; in accordance with CVEC safety rules, policies and practices. This position can be filled at the Apprentice or Journeyman level.The following essential job duties are required to be performed, with the level of supervision appropriate to the employee's training, ability, and experience: All work may be performed on de-energized or energized equipment or lines.

• Fits up and assembles pole framing and other equipment.
• Operates trucks and derricks, augers, aerial devices, pulling machines, tension machines, and winches.
• Patrols and inspects distribution and transmission circuits.
• Reads, installs and removes meters.
• Keeps records as required.
• Observes and reports unsafe conditions and practices.
• Maintains rights-of-way on de-energized circuits.
• Installs, maintains and removes transformers, reclosers, regulators, capacitors, etc..
• Installs, maintains and removes poles, conductors and framing.
• Installs, maintains and removes street lighting equipment.
• Climbs poles and structures.
• Replaces transformer fuses and circuit fuses.
• Performs switching operations on distribution and transmission circuits.
• Performs switching operations in substations.
• Uses specialized hot line tools on energized circuits.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

High School Diploma or equivalent

Successful Completion of an Accredited Line Technician (Lineman) Training Center Preferred.

Must have valid CDL

Must have basic computer skills

Qualification through examination and performance appraisal as determined by the CVEC.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

Knowledge of blueprint reading sufficient to interpret and apply information from drawings, instructions and diagrams

Must be able to navigate CVEC map system on a tablet

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions.

Ability to interact with customers and other employees in a courteous and proper manner.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Must be available for planned and emergency overtime as required.

Must be available for mandatory on-call rotation.

Must live within 30 driving miles of the Appomattox, VA CVEC Division Office

Must be able to pass pre-employment: background check, physical, and drug/alcohol testing

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Must obtain a valid Class A Commercial Drivers license within six (6) months of date of hire.

Must successfully complete required coursework in VMDAEC apprenticeship program.

Salary Range: $24.00 -$40.00 per hour depending on experience (fully qualified and experienced Lineman/Journeyman may be eligible for more)CVEC offers competitive benefits including: Health/Dental/Vision Insurance, Life & Disability Insurances, Elective & Non-Elective 401k Retirement Plan; and Generous Annual Paid Time Off.Only qualified electronic job submissions will be considered for employment. If you need an accommodation during the application process due to a disability, please send an email to: and your request will be forwarded to the appropriate person.CVEC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. CVEC is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications. CVEC will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity (including gender expression), national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, pregnancy, disability, family, military or veteran status, or any other status protected by state or federal law.Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer: Disability/VeteranCVEC reserves the right to alter, change, modify, and/or terminate this job posting at any time without notice, or obligation, to any party.