Apprentice Line Person

POSITION CLASSIFICATION: Bargaining Unit

MISSION: To assist the Journey Lineman/Linewoman.

REPORTS TO: Line Leader for assignment and/or to the Journey Lineman to who assigned, and Supervisor.

JOB DUTIES:

1. Help construct and maintain overhead and underground transmission and distribution lines, poles, towers, fixtures, service transformers, street lights, ball park lights, by using boats, barges, ladders, vehicles, locatedon land and/or over water.

1. Mustspend up to 16 hours climbing, walking, digging,performing heavy lifting (up to 50 lbs.),tamping, pulling wire on the ground, working onpoles or structures, in easements or on uneven or overgrown terrain.

1. Must work from ladders and bucket trucks andclimb wood poles, concrete poles and steel structures on land and/or over water.

1. Assist linemen, tree crews, and electrical crews, as required.

1. Assist with general housekeeping; taking proper care of tools, vehicles, equipment,Yarbrough and Medina Buildings, yard, and materials.

1. Perform scheduled 24-hour “on call” assignments.

1. Deal courteously, efficiently, and safely with customers and fellow employees.

1. Must drive and operate heavy equipment (bucket trucks, boom trucks, diggers, forklifts,and pole trailers with poles.)

1. Must work with electric, hydraulic and gas powered tools.

1. Must perform all duties outdoors in inclement weather and strong winds.

1. Must work on tree crews and climb, cut trees,lift, drag, and safelyplace tree limbs into chipper

1. Must work within electromagnetic fields.

1. Must work on energized lines up to 13.8 kV following guidelines and safety practices of KEYS and OSHA.

JOB DUTIES (continued):

1. Must follow all KEYS/OSHA safety practices and policies, including wearing all KEYS/OSHA required personal protective equipment.

1. Must follow all KEYS policies and procedures and KEYS’ Rules and Regulations handbook.

1. Perform other job-related duties as requested by Journey Lineman/Linewoman, Line Leaders and Supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1.Must have read and understand the job duties and training needs sections of this job description.

1. High School graduate or equivalent. An equivalent combination of training and experience may qualify an inside applicant for consideration.

3.Must be able to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.

4.Must pass basic math quiz.

5.Must have (or be able to obtain within six months of employment) a valid Florida Commercial Driver License (CDLClass A) with an acceptable driving record, as determined by KEYS, and maintain at own expense. (Six months to complete and pass written and practical tests.)

6.Must possess good mechanical ability, and the ability to follow simple instructions and perform routine tasks without constant supervision.

7.Must be available for call outs and to work weekends, holidays, and after regular hours, when required.

8.Must be able to travel for training.

9.Must be able to work in the sun for extended periods performing climbing, walking, dragging, heavy lifting (up to 50 lbs.), tamping, and working in easements and on uneven and rough or overgrown terrain in a safe manner.

10.Must be able to perform the essential job duties of this position, as defined in the job duties section of this job description, with or without reasonable accommodation for any mental or physical disability.

11. Must meet and maintain all physical and safety requirements and limitations related to the fitness for use or operation al all equipment, including but not limited to, bucket trucks, aerial devices, and ladders.

TRAINING NEEDS:

1. Required OSHA / KEYS training.
2. KEYS’ Safety Training Program.
3. Confined space training.
4. First Aid/CPR/AED training course and annual update classes.
5. IntermediateFDOT Maintenance of Traffic
6. Fork Lift Certification
7. Hurt Man Rescue (Within six months)
8. Rigging Knots
9. Films, training material and tree trimming courses as directed

1. ECG Groundman Training

1. ECG 3–year Lineman Apprentice Training

1. Transmission and distribution line maintenance courses and on-the-job training in transmission and distribution line work.

1. Must successfully completethe Apprentice Lineman Training Coursewithin the requisite time frame.

1. KEYS highly recommends employee taking computer classes in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook in order to promote into the Line Leader’s position or other KEYS positions that require computer literacy.

1. Must be able to climb poles safety and efficiently within six months.

Date job duties revised – 04/2/14

Date qualifications approved by Training Committee – 3/25/2015

Date training needs revised –4/2/2014