Foreman Electric Line Worker
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***EXTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY***CDE Lightband, the municipal electric and broadband power provider for the City of Clarksville, offers electric, television, internet, and phone service to customers within the city limits. CDE Lightband serves over 80,000 metered homes and businesses with electric service and over 30,000 customers with broadband services over our Fiber to the Premise Network.To better meet the needs of our customers, CDE Lightband shall offer a weekend shift for full-time Operation Line Crews (Full-time employment as defined per Policy 3-23). We are seeking a candidate to join our Electric Line Worker Team to fill the Foreman Electric Line Worker position. Applicants must have at least seven years of experience in electric distribution line work, including completing a five-year line worker apprenticeship program approved by the DOL, Bureau of Apprenticeships and Training, and two years of experience as a Journeyman Line Worker.Foreman Electric Line WorkerTeam/Division: Operations / Electric Reports To: General ForemanJob Status: Full-Time Work Schedule: Friday - Sunday, 6:00 am - 7:00 pmPay Status: Hourly FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Pay Grade: LT3 Created/Updated: December 2017Job SummaryHighly skilled and trained position, expected to exercise independent judgment and initiative while working to oversee and supervise the activities of all lower-level Electric Line Workers, including Journeyman Line Workers, with the Supervision of a General Foreman. Incumbents participate, coordinate, plan, and prioritize all work activities of the lower-level Electric Line Workers, including Journeyman Line Workers, to construct and maintain the overhead and underground electrical service distribution systems. Responsibilities may include installing, repairing, replacing, and inspecting equipment and materials required to transmit and distribute electric power. Work performed may need to be done while energized. Responsibilities also include training Apprentice and Journeyman Line Workers to further their skills and abilities, continue personal development and continuous learning, and perform the duties of a Journeyman Electric Line Worker as necessary. Employees are also expected to maintain an inventory of standard parts and equipment and keep records of activities as required per policy and procedure. Responsibilities include upholding and enforcing the highest safety standards per the American Public Power Association (APPA) Safety Manual and other safety policies, rules, and regulations.Essential Duties and Responsibilities•Supervises staff to include: prioritizing and assigning work; ensuring staff are trained; ensuring that employees follow policies and procedures; maintaining a healthy and safe working environment; and recommending hiring, termination, and disciplinary recommendations. •Supervises the day-to-day operations in Electric Line Maintenance & Construction, which includes: planning, coordinating, administering, and evaluating projects, processes, procedures, systems, and standards; developing and coordinating work plans; participating in the development of goals and objectives; and, monitoring compliance with applicable Federal, State, and Local laws, regulations, codes, and/or standards •Troubleshoots electrical malfunctions; Installs, maintains, and repairs of electric systems, which may include: Constructing, installing, remove and service secondary distribution lines both overhead and underground performing work on both energized and de-energized lines. Frequently requires digging when installing poles, anchors and underground lines. •Effectively capable to climb utility pole to safely perform work when necessary, and all safety requirements on an annual basis •Operates vehicles of various sizes, weights and descriptions in a safe and cautious manner, following all local, state and federal rules and regulations to include DOT and Commercial Driver's License requirements. •Attend regular training as required; attend any other meetings, trainings or other required programs as set forth to include all safety meetings and maintain and follow all safety requirements as set for by CDE Lightband, APPA, OSHA, TOSHA and any other local, state or regulatory agency. •Monitors and maintains inventory of parts and equipment to maintain accurate outgoing and incoming connections with assigned work •Responds to and resolves complicated customer complaints, explains programs, policies and procedures •Prepares and maintains a variety of operational reports and paperwork to be submitted as stated to include safety reports, work orders, and others as assigned. •Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.QualificationsEducation: High School Diploma or equivalent (GED) Experience: At least Seven years' experience in electric distribution line work to include: completion of five-year line worker apprenticeship program approved by the DOL, Bureau of Apprenticeships and Training and two years' experience as a Journeyman Line Worker; Lead Journeyman Line Worker experience preferred but not required Certifications & Licenses: Completed Apprenticeship Training to receive Journeyman Standing Commercial Driver's License CPR/AED or ability to obtain upon hire Other Requirements: Equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job also consideredKnowledge, Skills and Abilities •Knowledgeable of and skilled in supervisory, motivational and coaching principles and practices •Knowledgeable of and Skilled in construction tools and methods used for Electric transmission and distribution line construction and maintenance •Knowledge of and Skilled in Electric utility operating methods •Knowledgeable of CDE Lightband electrical systems, operations and emergency situations •Knowledgeable of Occupational hazards and Safety Regulations associated with electrical transmission and distribution •Knowledgeable of Manpower, equipment, and material management and utilization principles •Knowledgeable of applicable Federal, State, and local laws, rules and regulations •Knowledgeable of and Skilled in Customer service principles and practices •Skilled in electrical line work, energized when required •Skilled and Able to climb utility poles with energized lines, when necessary, and use aerial devices to service broken or defective wires or equipment, and able to work in underground vaults and access a diversity of workspaces •Skilled in providing training and training principles •Skilled in Troubleshooting and resolving complex problems •Skilled in Basic Computer and related software applications •Skilled in Reading and comprehending training documents •Skilled in and the Ability to perform physical work during extreme conditions for the entire duration of the workday and beyond into extended hours if necessary if duties of the job requires. •Ability to work independently and individually and exercise independent judgement and initiative while working with others in high stress situations. •Ability to influence others to perform their jobs effectively and to be responsible for making decisions •Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both written and through the spoken word. •Ability to identify and correct conditions that affect employee safety •Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions •Ability to visually identify colors independent of each other •Ability to apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems •Ability to pay attention to the minute details of a project or task •Ability to utilize the available time to organize and complete work within given deadlines. •Ability to make critical decisions while following company procedures •Ability to obtain and appropriate the proper usage of equipment, facilities, materials, as well as personnel •Ability to show consideration for and maintain good relations with othersPhysical Demands Fingering (fine dexterity) F Lifting/Carrying Other: Handling (grasping, holding) F Under 10 lbs F Use of headset N Repetitive Motion F 11-20 lbs F Ability to identify colors independent of another C Reaching C 21-50 lbs F Climb F 51-100 lbs F Crawl F Over 100 lbs O Extended Periods of Sitting F Kneel F Pushing/Pulling Squat F Under 10 lbs F Speaking Clearly to be understood on the radio, telephone & hearing a response Sit C 11-20 lbs FStand F 21-50 lbs F F Bend F 51-100 lbs F Ability to climb at extended heights F Walk C Over 100 lbs OLegend: N = Never; R = Rarely; O = Occasional (1% - 33%); F = Frequent (34% - 66%); C = Constant (over 66%)Working Conditions •Indoor & Outdoor working position, requiring incumbents to travel from office to worksite via company vehicle. •Requires constant indoor and outdoor work with potential for extreme outdoor temperatures •Potential to work outside normal working hours •Incumbents may be subjected to moving mechanical parts, electrical currents, dusts, gases, poor ventilation, chemicals, extreme temperatures, intense noises, environmental disturbances, workspace restrictions, and travel. •Position will be scheduled for 'On-Call' Rotation requiring weekend and holiday work •Reside no farther than 30 minutes (max) driving from the main office location. Additional Note The above job description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on business needs of the department. All employees in pursuit of their job duties should demonstrate the behaviors of the Code of Ethics and the CDE Lightband Mission & Vision.See attached full job description.EEO Compliant. TN Drug-Free Workplace. E-Verify & i9 Participant. Equal Opportunity Employer.