Job Overview
Join Huss Utilities team as a Lineman and become a vital part of maintaining and enhancing our electrical infrastructure. In this energetic role, you will be responsible for installing, repairing, and maintaining overhead and underground power lines, ensuring safe and reliable electrical service for communities. Your expertise will help keep the lights on and power flowing smoothly, making a real difference every day. This position offers a challenging yet rewarding opportunity to work outdoors, utilize your technical skills, and grow within a supportive environment dedicated to safety and excellence.
Duties
- Install, repair, and maintain overhead and underground electrical distribution lines using rigging techniques and bucket trucks.
- Climb poles safely using appropriate climbing gear, adhering to safety standards such as NEC (National Electrical Code) regulations.
- Operate bucket trucks and other specialized equipment for high-voltage line work, ensuring precise control during field service operations.
- Conduct cabling, wiring, and conduit installations on construction sites or utility projects with attention to detail.
- Read blueprints, schematics, and technical diagrams to accurately execute electrical tasks in accordance with industry standards.
- Perform utility locating to identify underground cables before excavation or construction activities.
- Use tools such as ohmmeters for testing electrical circuits, troubleshoot low voltage and high voltage systems, and ensure proper grounding.
- Assist with tree trimming around power lines to prevent outages and maintain clearance safety zones.
- Engage in welding tasks when necessary for line repairs or structural support projects.
- Follow safety protocols diligently while working on high-voltage systems or in potentially hazardous environments.
Qualifications
- Demonstrated skill in rigging, climbing poles, bucket operation, and working at heights using bucket trucks or similar equipment.
- Strong understanding of NEC (National Electrical Code) standards related to high voltage and low voltage systems.
- Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and technical diagrams accurately.
- Experience with cabling installation on construction sites or utility projects is highly desirable.
- Knowledge of utility locating techniques and tools such as ground penetrating radar (GPR) or electromagnetic locators.
- Familiarity with IT infrastructure related to utility management or communication systems is a plus.
- Skilled in welding processes for structural repairs or line extensions.
- Field service experience working outdoors in various weather conditions is essential.
- Ability to operate bucket trucks safely while performing complex tasks at elevated heights.
- Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot electrical issues efficiently using tools like ohmmeters.
- Valid certifications in climbing safety, rigging, or OSHA standards are preferred; relevant training will be provided if necessary. Embark on a career that energizes your skills! We’re looking for motivated individuals eager to contribute their expertise while enjoying the satisfaction of powering communities safely and reliably every day.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $22.00 - $50.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Paid time off
Work Location: On the road
