POWERLINE WORKER 61362

05/01/92 G

This is the second class in the Electric Service series. Positions in this class perform installation and maintenance work on primary and secondary high voltage systems. This class is distinguished from the Powerline Assistant class which assists with the routine aspects of powerline installation and repair. It is distinguished from the Powerline Lead Worker class which is responsible for leading work crews in the installation and repair process, and for performing more complex circuitry work.

Complexity of Work: Performs work of moderate difficulty which involves digging holes for powerline poles by using a line truck auger; erecting powerline poles; attaching crossarms to poles; pulling wire onto poles; and hoisting transformers, voltage regulators, and other parts of a complete electrical system such as insulators, and capacitors. Digs wire trenches by using a trencher; installs conduits and pull boxes in trenches; pours concrete to encase conduits; pulls wire using mechanical device on line truck; and installs transformers. Searches for breaks or failures in lines; makes connections and terminations by installing a variety of terminal connectors with stress relief devices; and splices cable by using hydraulic compression connectors and multiple insulating tapes. Other duties may include trimming trees, loading and unloading materials, driving line trucks, and operating bucket trucks.

Supervision Given: Supervision typically is not a factor; however, positions may provide routine work direction to Powerline Helpers.

Supervision Received: Receives general supervision from an Electric Service Supervisor. May receive work direction from a Powerline Lead Worker.

Scope: Work affects the completion of maintenance/installation projects of powerlines which in turn affects the processes/services utilizing the supplied power.

Impact of Actions: Errors may result in a loss of time, money, or services, or in negative public goodwill. A violation of safety practices could endanger lives. Effective job performance results in the successful and timely installation/maintenance of powerlines.

Personal Contacts: Frequent internal contact with agency personnel on routine maintenance matters and occasional external contact with the public/customers regarding electric service installation.

Knowledge: Working knowledge of the design, installation and maintenance of electric powerlines; and of the national electric code.

Skills: Working skill in the operation of mechanical, electrical and hydraulic equipment used in the installation and maintenance of high voltage electrical systems.

Abilities: Demonstrated ability to read and interpret wiring diagrams; to install and repair powerlines; to operate high voltage test equipment; and to climb poles and work while aloft.

QUALIFICATIONS GUIDE*

Licenses or Certification: None.

Education or Training: High school education or equivalent. Training in a certified apprenticeship program for high voltage electricity.

Level and Type of Experience: Experience working with installation and maintenance of high voltage electrical systems.

An equivalent combination of training and experience indicating possession of the preceding knowledge, skills and abilities may substitute for this education and experience.

This class was revised as part of the statewide Classification Review/Specification Update Program, effective May 1, 1992.