Line Mechanic 1C, Apprentice Acceptable

Elmira, NY - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 37 - 59

Posted on: 25-10-2025

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Info

POSITION Union:NYSEG Line Mechanic 1/C Apprentice Acceptable

NUMBER OF POSITIONS: 1

LOCATION: NYSEG - NY - Horseheads - Elmira

HOURLY RATE: $37.95 - $60.41

Internal Only

JOB # / WL: 224 226/ 18 9

NYSEG Union Employees who have completed less than one year of continuous service: $37.95 - $59.41

NYSEG Union Employees who have one or more years of continuous service: $38.95 - $60.41

Posting Date: 10/23/2025

Removal Date: 10/31/2025

Responsibilities

Under directive supervision does the most complicated construction and maintenance work on energized conductors structures and equipment.
Must be able to make all types of polyphase transformer installations; do phasing and phase rotation on polyphase circuits; do distribution and transmission switching and sectionalizing when required; trace and clear grounds and opens on series circuits.
May be required to install instrument transformers; install remove connect or disconnect electric and/or gas meters and services.
Performs other related and less skilled work as directed including operation of transportation equipment.
Directs work of other Linemen or Groundmen assisting him. (See Memorandum governing bonus pay for Chief Line and Lineman 1/C assigned additional supervisory responsibility dated 9/29/68.)

Skills and Requirements

Should have had at least three years experience as Second-Class Lineman or its equivalent as evidenced by an appropriate test.
Able to perform routine operations of moderate complexity and variety based on detailed instructions. Equivalent to about two years of high school.
Good working knowledge of Companys line practices and standards.
Good working knowledge of the layout and characteristics of the distribution and transmission lines in the area to which he is assigned.
Must have working knowledge of electrical fundamentals as related to transmission and distribution construction and maintenance.
Must be familiar with Companys Safety Rules approved methods of resuscitation on or off the ground and able to render practical First Aid.
Must be able to qualify for automobile operators license.

Qualifications

Physical Qualifications:

Normal health physique and use of senses as indicated by passing the required physical examination given by a Company physician including color perception.
Strength and endurance adequate for arduous labor in all kinds of outdoor weather conditions.

Personal Qualifications:

Must be willing to work irregular and/or extra hours as required.
Must be willing to work under unusual or special working conditions and surroundings as well as the normal working conditions pertaining to this job.

Competencies

Be a role model
Be agile
Collaborate and Share
Develop Self & Others
Empower to grow
Focus to achieve results
Technical Skills

Company:

NY STATE ELECTRIC & GAS CORP

Mobility Information

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Avangrid employees may be assigned a system emergency role and in the event of a system emergency may be required to work outside of their regular schedule/job duties. This is applicable to employees that will work in Connecticut Maine Massachusetts and New York within Avangrid Network and Corporate functions. This does not include those that will work for Avangrid Power.

Avangrid employees may also be assigned a NERC Reliability Standards compliance role supporting Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) and/or Operations and Planning (O&P) responsibilities. This is applicable to employees that will work in electric transmission operations and cyber security business areas in Connecticut Maine Massachusetts and New York within Avangrid Network and Corporate business areas. NERC Reliability Standards compliance roles and responsibilities may include additional access protections training audit engagement and required evidence retention and will be communicated by the employees management.

Job Posting End Date:

November-1-2025

Job InfoPOSITION Union:NYSEG Line Mechanic 1/C Apprentice AcceptableNUMBER OF POSITIONS: 1LOCATION: NYSEG - NY - Horseheads - ElmiraHOURLY RATE: $37.95 - $60.41Internal OnlyJOB # / WL: 224 226/ 18 9NYSEG Union Employees who have completed less than one year of continuous service: $37.95 - $59.41NYS...