Substation Lineman

Performs complex duties involving the installation, construction, inspecting and maintaining all manner of Independence Power & Light substations. Under general supervision incumbent will carry out assignments and may also be assigned to supervise apprentices. Duties include installation of new equipment, making inspections and diagnosing trouble with a variety of equipment including power transformers, oil circuit breakers, vacuum circuit breakers, air circuit breakers, disconnect switches, lightning arrestors, voltage regulators, control apparatus, batteries, and chargers. Responsibilities include performing cable integrity tests as well as location. May have contact with employees and the public where explanatory or interpretive information is exchanged or presented. Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent. Status as a Journeyman Lineman or four (4) years of substation experience. Valid driver’s license. Requires knowledge of basic electricity, schematics and wiring diagrams, substation equipment and basic mechanics. Requires skill in connecting and reading electrical meters and devices, operation of aerial devices, and effective interpersonal communication. Must complete NIMS training within first six months of hire.

Physical Demands: Ability to climb poles and navigate all types of terrain. Ability to bend and lift equipment, tools, etc. weighing up to 100 lbs. Hand dexterity to operate job related equipment.

Typical Working Conditions: Exposure to outdoor conditions of extreme heat and cold. Exposure to insulating oils, dust, chemicals, storage batteries and electromagnetic fields. Must complete required NIMS level training within first six months of hire.

Drug Testing

Background Check

In addition to the application, testing and/or examinations may be required for further consideration on this position.

This position is open to IBEW-Power and Light Bargaining Unit Members only. Under the provisions of the IBEW Work Agreement, this is a bid job classification.

Position open until filled.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The City of Independence is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and it is our policy to provide equal opportunity to all people without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other legally protected category. The City of Independence is a background screening, drug-free workplace.

The City of Independence provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation in order to apply for a job, please submit your request to [email protected].

Disclaimer: The above statements describe the general nature, level, and type of work performed by the incumbent(s) assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, demands, and skills required of personnel so classified. Job descriptions are not intended to and do not imply or create any employment, compensation, or contract rights to any person or persons. Management reserves the right in coordination with the governing union (if applicable) to add, delete, or modify any and/or all provisions of this description at any time as needed without notice. This job description supersedes earlier versions.

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