Job description

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• Phone: (305) 224-4460
• Fax: (305) 224-4479
• By Mail or In Person: City of Homestead, 100 Civic Court, Homestead, FL 33030

General Functions:

Skilled technical work involved in the repair and replacement of power, lighting, and signal systems. A Troubleman is responsible for locating the source of electric powerline disturbances or failures and replacing or repairing defective equipment and accessories.

An employee in this classification exercises independent judgment and decision-making within safety standards of powerline work. Work performance is evaluated by observation of results obtained.

Reports To:

General Foreman

Supervisory Responsibility:

Apprentice & Helpers

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Responds to requests for emergency service; locates the source of problem and repairs and/or replaces transmission and distribution powerlines and equipment, including meters.
• Tests powerlines and auxiliary equipment to identify defective voltage regulations, transformers, etc., causing disturbance.
• Climbs pole and towers to repair or replace overhead equipment.
• Opens switches to de-energize disturbed or fallen lines to facilitate repairs or to remove electrical hazards.
• Makes a determination as to when additional crew personnel will be required to complete repair work to restore power and advises dispatch of the need.
• Assists crew personnel with repair work as workload volume permits.
• Troubleshoots, installs, and repairs street light circuitry.
• May locate and correct electrical trouble in certain building circuits.
• May perform cut-off and cut-on functions of services as required.
• Will be required to set and remove electric meters as necessary.
• May direct work assignments of subordinate personnel in the repair and replacement of equipment.
• Uses equipment and tools with precaution and within prescribed safety standards.

The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. Qualifying individuals with disabilities may be provided reasonable accommodations to enable them to perform the essential functions.

Type of Appointment/Work hours:

• Full-time/Regular in-person position.
• Standard workweek, which is forty (40) hours of work per week consisting of five (5) days of eight (8) hours per day or four (4) days of ten (10) hours per day. The work day may be varied for the efficient delivery of public service.
• Will be required to work other than the standard workweek on occasion, including evenings, weekends, and/or holidays.
• Will be required to work occasional overtime or shift assignments, if applicable.

Physical and Environmental Demands or Conditions:

The physical and environmental demands for this position have been listed on the last page of this description. Physical and environmental demands must be met to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities of this position.

Requirements:

• Must possess a high school diploma or its equivalency.
• Must be a Lineman with one (1) year of experience minimum.
• Will be required to work occasional overtime assignments or shifts.
• Will be required to respond to call-outs.
• Must be able to comprehend and follow written and verbal instructions.
• Must be able to meet all physical requirements of the job.
• This position is designated as an Essential position which means the employee will be required to work extended, rotating, nights, weekends, and/or holidays in response to a severe weather event or conditions.
• Must possess a valid state of Florida Class “A” Commercial Driver’s License with a clean driving record.
• Must pass a background screening process.

Core Competencies:

• Judgment - Sound decisions based on fact; uses logic to solve problems.
• Quality of Work - Performs work thoroughly, accurately, and professionally.
• Reliability - Timely and consistently completes assigned work; consistently reports to work and is punctual.
• Safety - Committed to ensuring a safe environment and complies with applicable safety standards.
• Technical Capability - Applies knowledge to identify issues and works to develop skills; demonstrates knowledge of techniques, skills, and equipment.

Work Authorization/Security Clearance:

• The employee must successfully pass a background screening process and must comply with the Drug-Free Workplace policy.
• The City will also verify the identity and employment authorization of individuals hired so the proper completion of Form I-9 is required, which includes the employee providing documents evidencing identity and employment authorization.

All of the above information is intended to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this position. This description is not intended to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties and qualifications required of employees assigned to this position. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $42.08 - $44.18 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

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