Overview

The Transmission Line Maintenance section within the Transmission Operations department is seeking to hire a Mechanic B to join our team. The Mechanic B is responsible for assisting the Chief Line Constructors from the ground on overhead transmission facilities. The ideal candidate has the knowledge and skill in the following areas but not limited to: use of hand and power tools, the ability to troubleshoot mechanical and/or electrical equipment, general automotive knowledge.

Responsibilities

Core Responsibilities

• Assist Chief Line Constructors from the ground on overhead transmission facilities.
• Responsible for operating and controlling hand lines on capstans, and operating winches and heavy equipment.
• Responsible for organizing tools and equipment, and ordering material.
• Ensure that all vehicles, specialized equipment, tools, and PPE are tested in accordance with specifications and in good working order.
• Candidates are expected to develop a working knowledge of the equipment quickly.
  
  

Qualifications

Required Education/Experience

• High School Diploma/GED and a minimum of 1 year of work experience in the maintenance, construction, or operation of mechanical, electrical, or hydraulic systems, or related work experience.
  
  

Relevant Work Experience

• Experience in reading blueprints and sketches.
• Ability to demonstrate good oral and written communication skills.
• Knowledge and experience in the following areas are required: use of hand and power tools, troubleshooting mechanical and electrical systems, operating, securing and transporting heavy equipment and material.
• Knowledge of safe work practices and environmental policies and procedures.
• Ability to perform standard maintenance functions.
  
  

Licenses And Certfications

• Driver's License Required
• Commercial Driver's License (CDL) - Class B Required and
• Commercial Driver's License (CDL) - Class A 1 Year Preferred
  
  

Physical Demands

• Ability to respond to system emergencies
• Able to work in all weather conditions, i.e. excessive heat and/or cold
• Perform extended driving through heavy traffic and severe off-road conditions
• Perform heavy manual labor, i.e. push, pull, and lift up to 50lbs
• Ability to carry tools and materials when climbing ladders and scaffolds, and entering confined spaces
• Ability to work in inclement weather and adverse conditions (i.e., excessive heat, cold, noise, confined spaces)
• Ability to work with, and in, the vicinity of high voltage and/or other high-energy systems
• Ability to be approved to wear and use either a full or half-face respirator, without facial hair or other conditions that may interfere with the seal, in accordance with OSHA regulations
• Stand, walk, lift, climb, bend, kneel, stoop, and/or reach for the duration of the workday
• Ability to use hand tools and operate heavy machinery, i.e. jackhammers
• Wear necessary Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), i.e. fire-retardant clothing and safety harnesses
• Work with equipment with a manufacturer weight rating of 350lbs
• Use equipment with a maximum weight rating of 375lbs when wearing and/or carrying 25lbs of clothing and equipment
  
  

Additional Physical Demands

• Must be able to respond to Company emergencies by performing a System Emergency Assignment to restore service to our customers.
• Willing and able to work overtime as operational needs require.
• Willingness to operate 4WD vehicles on unpaved roads is required.