First or Second Class Lineworker

The Town of Stowe Electric Department (SED) is seeking a Certified 1st Class or 2nd Class Lineworker to join our team of highly skilled professionals. SED has been providing the community of Stowe with reliable electric service since 1911. SED takes pride in providing outstanding customer service to our 4,450 Residential and Commercial customers.

General Summary of Position:
SED Lineworkers work as part of a crew and are responsible for ensuring SED customers receive safe and reliable electricity in an efficient manner. SED Lineworkers perform varied and responsible duties requiring a thorough knowledge of safety practices and must be able to exercise judgement and initiative in completing tasks. Work includes working on de-energized and energized lines utilizing rubber glove practices in all scenarios.

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General Summary of Essential Job Functions:

• Installation and maintenance of underground and overhead distribution system.

• Working energized conductors (primary and secondary)

• Setting, framing and guying poles

• Respond to emergency/regular repair/maintenance of overhead and underground distribution lines

• Conduct switching and tagging operations on VELCO electrical systems

• Stringing and Sagging Conductors

• Mounting Equipment, setting transformers

• Transformer Connections, grounding equipment

• Tree Trimming

• Street Lighting

• Locating underground lines for Dig Safe

• Trouble shooting problems

• Working with safety and VOSHA requirements

• Maintaining training and safety skills through scheduled classes

• Any other duties assigned by Management

• Safely operate and maintain the SED operations fleet such as digger derricks, bucket trucks and excavators used in the maintenance and repair of overhead and underground electrical lines.

• Climbing poles

• Installation and removal of banners

• Participation in a rotating on-call schedule

• Respond to requests, comments and/or complaints from customers in a professional manner

• Cleaning and stocking line trucks

• Routine maintenance and cleaning of the garage/sub-stations and other yards

• The above duties represent those of a 1st class journeyman, 2nd class applicants will maintain duties as allowed by their classification.

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​​Qualifications and Basic Requirements:

• Candidates must be at least 18 years of age, have high school diploma or GED and a minimum of 2 years of experience.

• 1st Class Lineworker certification preferred, 2nd Class welcome.

• Proficient in safe rubber gloving techniques

• Knowledge of electric utility construction standards, National Electric Safety Code, and VOSHA/OSHA standards.

• Valid Commercial Driver’s License or ability to obtain one within 60 days of employment.

• Ability to be available for on-call schedules and emergency call outs.

• Must live within a 45-minute radius of the Town of Stowe or be able to re-locate within 6 months

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This is a non-exempt Union position. Stowe Electric Department currently offers competitive wages with the opportunity for over-time and on-call pay. In addition, we offer an outstanding benefits package which includes: health, dental, vision, 401(a), holidays and training opportunities. Additionally, there are generous Paid-Time-Off benefits. New employees will receive a minimum of 6 weeks Paid-Time Off after only 1 year.​

Wages: $52.24/hour 1st Class - $43.36/hour 2nd Class. Plus, the SED benefit package adds up to an additional 62% to the annual compensation. In addition to annual negotiated increases, SED offers generous longevity increases.

 

Stowe Electric Department is an Equal Opportunity employer and highly encourages women, minorities, veterans and persons with disabilities to apply. We encourage qualified individuals with a disability to request a reasonable accommodation as needed to perform the essential functions of the job. If you have any questions on the available benefits, please call 802-253-1704 or email pwaugh@stoweelectric.com.

Position will remain open until filled. Email your resume and 3 references to Trish Waugh, Business & HR Manager at pwaugh@stoweelectric.com. 

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If you have any questions on the available benefits, please call 802-253-1704 or email pwaugh@stoweelectric.com.