A Lineman - Overhead (Blue Ridge Co-op)

Position Overview: The Class A Lineman is a skilled position in the construction, maintenance and repair of electrical overhead distribution systems. This position works at various locations and may also be required to travel to another state depending on customer demands.





Essential Functions:


+ Works safely while performing new construction, maintenance or repair work of energized and de-energized overhead work.

+ Capable of leading crew members in the absence of the Foreman.

+ Strings overhead wire.

+ Set poles and anchors.

+ Installs transformers, lightening arrestors, cutouts, crossarms, insulators, switches and switchgear.

+ Troubleshoots trouble in primary and secondary systems.

+ Replaces cutout fuses and clears faulted circuits and systems.

+ Frequently works with energized high voltage systems requiring skill and care to protect the lives of themselves and others.

+ Main...