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Duties:

Under direct supervision, to assist in performing the less involved and to perform the basic operations required, in maintaining substation sites, structures and equipment in operating condition, to assist in assigned phases of construction work, to handle materials and parts and to perform other related work.

1. Engage in the general handling of substation materials and equipment, loading trucks at storeroom, unloading and placing in designated posi­tions at work site a variety of tools, materials and parts, taking part in the moving and positioning of heavy equipment items and loading materials to be returned to storeroom.

   2. Assist in operations required in maintaining substation electrical apparatus and associated mechanisms, taking part in dismantling and reassembling equipment units and helping in repairing or replacing damaged parts.

   3. Engage in basic operations for maintaining substation grounds and struc­tures in proper condition, cutting grass and weeds, smoothing crushed stone surfacing's, filling holes and depressions, repairing damaged fencing, opening closed drains, replacing broken glass, scraping and repainting surfaces and assisting in making minor repairs to structures.

   4. Help substation mechanics engaged in the more involved or precise opera­tions required in maintaining substation electrical equipment and super­visory control installations by attending to tool and material- needs or by taking part in basic operations as directed; and help similarly in emer­gency work and in work on live conductors; also, help in assigned substa­tion construction work.

   5. Perform a variety of related operations such as driving a truck, helping in handling portable substations, cleaning substation equipment and grounds, changing and filtering oil and taking part in other similar work.

2. Maintain work equipment and areas in a clean, orderly condition, contin­uously observe company safety rules and practices, check condition of safety equipment, attend scheduled safety meetings, participate in artifi­cial respiration practice as required and become familiar with safety manuals, rules and special procedures prescribed by the Company.

   7. Comply with provisions set out in General Switching Instructions and perform other related work as assigned.

Qualifications:

1. Graduation from high school or applicable equivalent either in job training or study.

2. Normally, two years or more of Company experience in substation work or equivalent.

3. Familiarity with tools, materials and equipment used in substation work.

4. Must qualify for automobile operator's license.

Additional Job Description

Requirements

Must be able to obtain a class "A" Commercial Driver's License and maintain that license with all of its requirements.

Due to OSHA imposed regulations, the body weight limit is imposed at 285 lbs. or less.

NOTE: Living requirement of within 30 miles of reporting location

Mobility Classification - Field

Job Specification No. 53 January 1950 (5-23-55)(11-16-04)

FIELD

Supervisor: Division Substation Supervisor, Superintendent

Principal lines of Promotion:

From: Substation Construction Series JobsTo: Substation Maintenance Mechanic “B”

Travel Requirements

5-15%

Relocation Assistance Provided (as applicable) No

Represented/Union Position IBEW Local 1393

Visa Sponsored Position No

Posting Expiration Date

Tuesday, July 2, 2024

All job postings expire at 12:01 AM on the posting expiration date.

Please note that in order to be considered for this position, you must possess all of the basic/required qualifications.

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