Journeyman Lineman

Springfield, VT - USA

Hourly Salary: $ 38 - 43

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced lineman/electrician to join the QE MV Services team. The successful candidate will be responsible for construction maintenance and repair of MV distribution equipment including but not limited to MV/LV switchgear cable transformers overhead switches meter clusters reclosers and protection and control systems including SEL devices. The ideal candidate will have strong technical expertise and background in solar/BESS interconnection and associated overhead and underground equipment. This role includes significant travel across the northeast with occasional national travel.

Essential Duties

Perform installation repair and maintenance of medium voltage interconnection systems

Assist as needed with functional testing and various troubleshooting tasks

Ensure that all equipment is installed and commissioned in accordance with manufacturers instructions and industry standards

Troubleshoot and repair any issues that arise during commissioning

Maintain accurate records of progress repairs and maintenance activities in the field

Provide technical support to other field personnel during installation and commissioning

Communicate effectively with project managers clients site owners and other stakeholders

Operate trucks bucket trucks digger derricks and construction equipment

Maintain tools vehicles and materials

Education & Certification Required:

Journeyman lineman/electrician license
Class B CDL required (Class A Preferred) / 1C2A Hydraulic license required

Experience Required:

5 years of electrical experience with electrical license
Installation and termination of 15/25/35kV overhead and underground equipment

Familiarity of reclosers meter clusters group operated air breaks etc.

Understanding of medium voltage grounding

Experience using test equipment desirable (DC HiPot VLF Megger)

Strong problem-solving and analytical skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Must be able to work independently and in a team environment

Must be able to work in a fast-paced deadline-driven environment

Specialized or Technical Knowledge Licenses Certifications Preferred:

OSHA 30 Certification
Completion of NFPA 70E courses
CPR/First Aid
Confined space training

Functional Knowledge:

Knowledge of National Electrical Code and standard design/construction practices; Clear understanding of OSHA safe workplace practices and procedures; Ability to read and understand electrical single-line and three-line diagrams as well as other construction/DAS/design drawings or permitting documentation

Company/Industry Related Knowledge:

Electric and related utilities and utility maintenance
Solar/BESS energy installation maintenance and optimization

Physical Requirements:

Ability to lift up to 50 pounds regularly
Ability to move safely over uneven terrain
Ability to sit or drive for prolonged periods
Ability to safely climb ladders while carrying 50 pounds
Ability to work in extreme weather
Capable of passing pre-employment background check and drug/alcohol screening

QE Solar offers incredible benefits! We enjoy:

100% paid employee premium on health benefits; additional dependents at low costs and great plans for Health Dental Vision FSA or HSA
Wellbeing and Employee Assistance
Perks at Work Marketplace for discounts on gym memberships classes tech vacations tickets and more
Family Building and Adoption Assistance Programs
Learning & Development Opportunities
Discounted Life & Disability Insurance

Workplace Type: On-site
Salary Range: $38.00-$43.00 Per Hour
Employment Type: Full-time
Location: Springfield NJ USA

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