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DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF WORK

Under the supervision of the electric distribution superintendent, provides ground support for linemen while completing the lineman apprenticeship program. Responsible for exercising judgment as to the details of assigned work within prescribed operating procedures.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Assists linemen in:

Setting and changing out electric poles

Setting pad mounts and hanging transformers

Hanging capacitor banks

Hooking up primary and secondary meters

Installing and repairing street light poles

Installing and repairing street lights and wiring

Repairing meters

Operates a trencher and backhoe for installation

Backfills ground and yard work

Trims trees for line clearance

Runs chipper for branch disposal

Performs other duties as assigned

Prompt and regular attendance is required for this position

PERIPHERAL DUTIES

Performs tasks such as running errands and retrieving additional

parts and equipment

Assures equipment is maintained safely and properly

Attends monthly safety meetings

Helps other team members accomplish tasks

Wears Personal Protective Equipment, as required

Abides by all standards, conduct and policies, as stated in Employee

Handbook

The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various @types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.

Skills and Abilities With or without reasonable accommodations

Physical

Has ability to perform physical activities that require considerable

use of arms and legs and moving the whole body, such as sitting, standing, walking, bending, climbing, twisting, squatting, reaching overhead, grasping, lifting, balancing, kneeling, pushing, pulling and handling of objects; is on feet most of shift

Has the ability of frequently lifting up to 50 pounds, occasionally

75 pounds with assistance

Has normal eyesight and depth perception, with or without

correction. Ability to see and read instructions, meters, gauges, and technical materials. Must be able to distinguish between colors

Must possess hand/eye/foot coordination adequate to operate

equipment controls

Must hear normal tones, with or without correction

Has ability to work within environment described below

Cognitive

Ability to take satisfaction from being busy and productive

Ability to take direction, follow through, and make the corrections

necessary to stay on track; to prioritize, then act

Ability to take psychological ownership of work; committed to stable

values such as honesty and loyalty

Ability to work under supervision and cooperatively with other

employees

Ability to listen, understand, read and communicate information

Ability to react quickly, calmly and logically in emergencies

Ability to perform tasks accurately, meeting precise tolerances and

standards

Ability to demonstrate flexibility in work environments, performing

a variety of frequently changing tasks

Ability to search for reasons and causes, to consider all the

factors that might affect a situation

The physical and cognitive demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to outside weather conditions, including temperature extremes. The employee may occasionally be exposed to fumes, diesel fuel, and other chemicals and toxins. The employee will be exposed to mechanical and electrical hazards. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate; is occasionally loud.

City of Augusta

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