22 Jan 2019

Full-Time Lineworker

Tammy – Anywhere

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Job Description

Positions in OK and AR. Line Worker
Various Locations, USA
Construction/ Full Time

Arkansas Electric Cooperatives, Inc. (AECI) is an organization with a rich history and a bright future. As a leader in the energy industry we look to our employees to help us grow, change, and provide power to over 500,000 members of our 17 electric distribution cooperatives.

A Line Worker constructs and maintains electrical distribution and transmission systems. In this position, you will be given the opportunity to work alongside peers who are versatile, enthusiastic, and strive to push forward AECI’s mission.

NOTE: This position is not with a member cooperative. AECI contracts to member cooperatives and others as needed. This contract work could include working for cities, municipalities and gas companies.

Responsibilities
• The ability to handle necessary stress and work well with others are essential functions of this position.
• Maintains jobsite in a neat and orderly condition.
• Performs any other related duties as required for the effective and efficient operation of the Construction Department.

Apprentice Line Worker
• Frames and installs poles on distribution and transmission lines under the direction of the foreman.
• Installs anchors under the direction of the Foreman and understands safety rules and company policies
and promotes good relations with other crew members, patron cooperatives and the general public.
• Assists line workers on pole by sending up materials and may operate vehicles as directed by foreman.
• Climbs de-energized poles as directed by foreman.

3rd Class Line Worker
• Frames and installs poles on distribution and transmission systems.
• Installs anchors and understands safety rules and company policies and promotes good relations with other crew members, patron cooperatives and the general public.
• Assists lineman on pole by sending up materials and operates bucket truck, digger-derrick or other equipment, as directed.
• Climbs energized and de-energized poles, as directed.

2nd Class Line Worker
• Assists First Class Lineman and Crew Foreman in installing poles, conductors, transformers, meters, and hardware on energized or de-energize lines in keeping with the specifications and customer requirements.
• Understands safety rules and company policies and promotes good relations with other crew members, patron cooperatives and the general public.
• Operates bucket truck, digger-derrick, or other equipment as required by the foreman.
• Must be able to perform basic general maintenance of vehicles used to perform assigned duties.

1st Class Line Worker
• Installs poles, conductor, transformers, meters, hardware on energized lines or de-energized lines in keeping with specifications and customer requirements.
• Reviews plans and specifications and understands safety rules and company policies and promote good relations with other crew members, patron cooperatives and the general public.
• Operates bucket truck, digger-derrick and other equipment on job site, as required.
• Informs supervisor of equipment and materials required to complete jobs. Assists foreman in carrying out work plans.
• Trains other crew members in construction of electrical systems as directed by crew foreman.
• Performs basic maintenance on equipment and vehicles used to perform assign duties.

Minimum Qualifications
• Valid Class A or Class B Commercial Driver’s License
• Must be able to travel to various locations throughout the state of Arkansas and stay overnight as required to complete work assignments.
• Must be able to work extra hours when necessary and report to work whenever needed during non-scheduled working periods.
• Must have working knowledge of REA plans and specifications for distribution and transmission and electric system key location maps.
• Must be able to work in extreme temperatures and at excessive heights.
• During storm season, expect in and out of state storm recovery work.
• Must have tools required to perform duties and be able to perform routine maintenance on crew vehicles.

Minimum Experience Required
• Apprentice Line Worker: No experience required
• 3rd Class Line Worker: At least 1 year of experience required
• 2nd Class Line Worker: At least 2 years’ experience required
• 1st Class Line Worker: At least 4 years’ experience required

Preferred Qualifications
• CPR and First Aid Training

Benefits
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 9 Paid holidays
• Educational assistance
• Paid time off accrual
• Short-term disability
• Long-term disability
• Free & confidential Employee Assistance Program

How to Apply

Apply online at www.aecc.com EEO/AA/M/F/VETS/DISABLED Should you elect to apply for this position, AECC/AECI will review your qualifications. If after reviewing the qualifications and experience of all applicants, your skills and credentials meet our needs, someone from our organization may contact you. Please be advised that the time required to complete the applicant review process typically takes between 30 and 90 days, but could extend beyond that. Once the position has been filled, all applicants will be notified via email. Arkansas Electric Cooperative Corporation and Arkansas Electric Cooperatives, Inc. are Equal Opportunity Workplace and an Affirmative Action Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age or any other protected category.

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