Lead Lineworker chez ALLETE

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Directs and works with 2-4 other personnel engaged in installing, replacing, maintaining, and repairing both lines and equipment for Underground and Overhead Transmission/Distribution Systems.
• Receives and interprets work assignments.  Plans and coordinates equipment and material.  Determines logical sequence for tasks.  Coordinates activities with internal/external contacts.
• Directs and works with crew and other personnel in safely performing all aspects of line work, including out-of-town work, trouble shooting and after hour calls outs.  Becomes involved with design modifications as needed.  Ensures work is carried out within acceptable boundaries.
• Responsible for administrative duties:  Stays current with policies, procedures and understands paperwork required by the job and Company
• Ensures safety and training requirements are met.  Communicates and assures compliance with Company safety policy and practices.  Provides and coordinates training opportunities for apprentices and other crew members.  Participates in documenting apprentice’s progression evaluation and providing of feedback to the apprentice.
• Maintains and develops and increased understanding of line-related technology; including tools, associated equipment, work procedures and material changes.  Assist other in same.
• Must utilize appropriate leadership and human relationship skills in working with other employees and the public.
• Performs duties of a like or lesser grade which may be assigned.
• Must be familiar with safe use of all tools utilized by lineworkers and instruct in use when necessary.  Assures availability and proper use of high voltage protective material and various test equipment.
• Requires a thorough knowledge of all technical aspects of line work and a general knowledge of all equipment used in line work.  Requires a broad knowledge of fundamentals of electricity to direct and perform work of installing and maintaining underground as well as overhead transmission and distribution systems.  Requires ability to read and apply information from prints and Company Distribution systems.  Requires ability to read and apply information from prints and Company Distribution Specifications pertaining to the installation of lines and equipment.  Requires knowledge of new materials available and their application to daily job assignments.  Requires knowledge of meter installations.  Must know and enforce Company safety rules.  Requires knowledge of feeder lines.

REQUIRED EDUCATION:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
  • Completion of a Technical College Lineworker Training Program preferred.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:

• Two years or more experience as a Journey Level Lineworker is required.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must possess and maintain a valid Class A Commercial Driver's License.
• This position may be subject to assessment of skills, job match and/or aptitude.
• This job falls under the special weighting given to leadership requirements under Paragraph 70 of the union contract.
• This position is subject to Federal DOT FMCSA (Federal Motor Carrier Safety Act). 
• Work must be performed under all weather conditions and at any time of day or night during emergencies.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

• The expected hourly compensation for this position is $60.04.
• Retirement Benefits
• Medical, Dental & Vision Plan
• Health Savings Account & Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life Insurance, Disability & Voluntary Benefits
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Community Engagement, and more.

This applicant pool may be used to fill additional openings within 120 days of the posting close date.

Employer will not sponsor Visas for position.

External applicants must apply online via www.allete.com/careers. 

ALLETE is an equal opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.  

If you are an individual with disabilities who needs accommodation or you are having difficulty using our website to apply for employment, please contact our Human Resources department at 218-723-7553.

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