Jurisdiction: Village of Marathon

Jurisdictional Class: Non-competitive

Adopted: 1/1/77

LINEMAN

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS:

This work consists of erection, installation and maintenance of overhead and underground electric power distribution lines. Work requires climbing of poles in all kinds of weather conditions and rigid observance of safety precautions to prevent personal injuries. Work is performed under general supervision of the Superintendent and inspected while in progress and upon completion. Supervision may be exercised over laborers. Does related work as required.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES: (Illustrative only)

Digs holes, sets and guys poles for electric power lines;

Strings electric power lines on poles and through underground conduits;

Installs cross arms, hardware and transformers on power poles;

Trims and cuts trees in right of way of power lines;

Repairs, tests, and reads meters;

Installs and maintains street lighting fixtures;

Runs service drops from poles to homes and buildings;

Installs cutouts, fuses, arresters, insulators, and switches on power poles;

Repairs damage done to electric lines by storms and accidents;

May perform maintenance work on street and water systems when needed to the limit of skills.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS:

Good working knowledge of theory and principles of electricity and electrical distribution systems as they relate to duties; good knowledge of standard safety measures and devices in handling high voltage electrical circuits; ability to use tools and equipment of the trade; ability to follow oral and written instructions; ability to climb poles and towers; ability to splice wires and cables; steady nerves; physical strength and stamina to perform arduous manual labor and to withstand adverse weather conditions; familiarity with CPR and First Aid techniques.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Either:

A. Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma and one (1) year experience as a lineman helper, electric groundsman or apprentice electrician on a power distribution system; or

B. Two (2) years of experience as a lineman helper, electrical groundsman, or apprentice electrician on a power distribution system; or

C. An equivalent combination of training and experience as indicated in A and B above.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT: Eligibility for New Your State CDL Drivers License.