Lineman

Job Description

Summary:

Seasonal Contract posit
i
on supporting the National Science Foundation managed United States Antarctic Program as part of the Antarctic Support Contract (ASC).
Linemen will perform electrical distribution maintenance or construction work, or any combination thereof, under the supervision of the Lineman Foreman. Tasking is based ASC schedule requirements.

Position Responsibilities
(not all inclusive)
:

Perform hands-on installation of branch circuits, power distribution wiring, electrical equipment, fixtures, and conduit in compliance with the National Electrical Safety Code (NESC) and National Electric Code (NEC)

Perform hands-on installation and maintenance of overhead electrical lines
in accordance with
applicable codes, working with voltages up to 4160 volts

Perform hands-on diagnosis, repair, and scheduled Preventative Maintenance on existing systems, equipment, fixtures, and infrastructure

Timely response to emergency service calls during and outside of normal working hours

Maintain
accurate
and thorough documentation of hours worked, tasking performed, materials used, and processes involved

Advise
immediate Supervisor of job progress and material/labor requirements

Accomplish tasking
utilizing
design drawings, specifications, and wiring diagrams

Work directly with other departments to plan and complete tasking

Prepare and document work plans, job hazard analysis, job safety analysis, code required forms, checklists, and internal procedural documents as
required

Perform tasking outdoors in environmentally challenging conditions including wind and extreme
cold weather

Routinely
utilize
independent judgment and discretion to
identify
potential issues and solve problems

Proactively
identify
any unsafe conditions, hazards, or Code violations and communicate them effectively

Work directly with other departments to plan and complete tasking

Learn and effectively
utilize
computer-based labor, material, and maintenance tracking applications

Follow established Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), suggest revisions as needed, and create SOPs as directed

Perform tasking outdoors in environmentally challenging conditions including wind and extreme
cold weather

Proactively
identify
any unsafe conditions, hazards, or Code violations and communicate them effectively

Comply with
all ASC Environmental, Safety and Health (ESH), Waste Management and Quality Assurance requirements

Participate in Work Center Safety Program and ASC safety objectives

Perform other duties as
required

Required Education, Experience, Certificates and Licenses
:

High School diploma or
GED

Current journeyman lineman license, completion of an apprenticeship program, or proof of holding a journeyman lineman union card

Minimum four years of experience in all phases of the lineman trade including rough wiring, power distribution wiring, installation and maintenance of power distribution systems, installation of conduit, and wiring of electrical equipment

Expected Skills and Competencies:

Experience working with
4160 volt
systems
or higher

Thorough knowledge of the National Electrical Safety Code (NESC) and the principles of electricity

Understanding of National Electrical Code Grounding and Bonding requirements

Possess the competencies,
willingness
and ability to perform the duties of position

Skilled in ability to read and interpret design drawings, specifications, diagrams, maintenance manuals and manufacturer's troubleshooting guides to
accomplish
tasking

Experienced developing written work plans, job hazard analysis, and job safety analysis related to the work activities under a permit to work system

Thorough knowledge of the principles of electricity and the current National Electrical Code

Possess prior computer experience and be able and willing to learn and effectively
utilize
computer-based labor, inventory, and maintenance tracking applications

Extremely knowledgeable
regarding
occupational hazards of the electrical trade and related safety precautions

Experienced in maintenance of commercial, government, industrial, and/or institutional facilities

Proficient in LOTO procedures for various tasking

Proficient in confined space safety protocols

Proficient in electrical safety procedures (NFPA 70E and OSHA)

Proficient in risk assessment and determination of PPE
appropriate to
specific tasking

Knowledgeable of limits of PPE and proper maintenance of PPE

Familiar with fall protection and respirator use

Competent analyzing situations and making technical and safety decisions based on specifications and applicable codes and manufacturer guidelines

Solid decision-making ability and sound judgment to
safely and effectively solve problems

Good organizational and planning skills

Preferred:

Experience working in a commercial or industrial environment

Valid Commercial Driver's License

Experience with Microsoft Office Suite

Physical and/or Other Requirements
:

Willingness and ability to deploy to Antarctica for extended periods

Successful completion of Medical and Dental examinations required by the NSF for deployment to Antarctica

Successful completion of drug screening and background check required by employer

Successful completion of Federal Background Check required by the NSF

Must be willing and able to lift and move items, parts, assemblies, and equipment up to the safety regulation maximum as required by the position.

Must be willing and able to perform physical activities including heavy lifting, climbing in and out of equipment, crawling, and working outdoors in extreme cold as required by the position.

Must
participate
in community programs, such as "house-mouse" (chores), "daisy-picking" (cleaning-up around the station), recycling efforts & safety
objectives
.

Valid Driver's License issued in the United States

Must be able to obtain and
maintain
facility credentials/authorization. Note: US Citizenship is
required
for facility credentials/authorization at this work location.