JOB REQUIREMENTS: Definitions Used Throughout the Job Description:
Direct Supervision. Observing an employee closely enough at working
level to provide immediate feedback in case the employee is about to
perform an unsafe act (work practice). The purpose of this close
supervision is to ensure that proper safety rules, operating procedures,
and electrical safety-related work practices are being followed. General
Supervision. A Line Technician - Journeyman observing an employee from
the immediate area of the structure providing the necessary instruction
and direction for the tasks being performed. General Purpose of Work. A
Line Technician Apprentice - 1st Step may, under Direct Supervision
(first six months) or General Supervision (second six months) of a Line
Technician - Journeyman, climb poles and work on low-voltage equipment
energized to not more than 300 volts, provided they do not come within
close proximity of lines and equipment energized above 300 volts. Any
work done on high-voltage equipment will be performed in a de-energized
and grounded zone. General Duties. Under Direct Supervision, digs pole
and anchor holes, assists in pole setting, ground-assembles material
into larger units for line work, hoists and lowers material and tools
for linemen by means of a handline, drives ground rods, and attaches
ground wires. Under Direct Supervision, must climb poles and work on
low-voltage equipment, and mounts crossarms and related equipment.
Assists in substation and transformer vault construction and operation
and maintenance of low-voltage equipment. Assists in the work required
on emergency calls. Rods ducts, pulls cable, cleans and inspects
manholes and transformer vaults, and otherwise assists in cable splicing
work. Operates Company vehicles. Operates such tools as manually and
electrically-operated hand tools; air compressors; air tools; and
electric, hydraulic, and associated equipment on vehicles. Performs
other incidental and related duties as assigned. Qualifications. At
least three months\' experience as a Laborer or equivalent experience at
MGE or have graduated from an accredited Electric Power Distribution
program and demonstration of suitable proficiency in that classification
is required. Must have demonstrated satisfactory aptitude and learning
ability for the duties of electric distribution system construction,
operation, and maintenance. In the first six months, must obtain a
Wisconsin CDL, Class A, and maintain it. Must have the stamina to work
outdoors under extreme weather conditions. Must have a temperament and
personality which enable him/her to work as a member of a crew or work
team. Must be reasonably available for overtime and emergency work
assignments. Knowledge and Skills to be Acquired. Acquires and
demonstrates a knowledge of the name, purpose, and truck storage places
of stock material and tools... For full info follow application link.
AA/EOE-Minorities/Females/Gender Identity/Sexual
Orientation/Disabled/Vets *** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply
Online: ipc.us/t/9631E7696B81465B Qualified females, minorities, and
special disabled veterans and other veterans are encouraged to apply.
