First-Fourth Year Electrical Apprentice Lineman

The City of Mount Vernon, Missouri is accepting applications for a first-fourth year Apprentice Lineman position.

City of Mount Vernon

Job Description

JOB TITLE: First-Fourth Year Apprentice Lineman

SALARY LEVEL: Hourly

LOCATION: Public Works Shed

DEPARTMENT: Public Works

SUPERVISOR: Lead Journeyman, and/or Line Superintendent

FSLA: Non-Exempt

SUMMARY: Under the immediate supervision of the Lead Journeyman, performs unskilled and semi-skilled tasks, including some light equipment operations.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

· New Construction Activities:

· Observes and assists the other lineman with all site inspections, plans of action, and assembling of equipment and supplies.

· Conducts all projects in a safe manner by complying with all work rules and plan specifications.

· Assists in securing work sites assuring for public safety and the security of the site.

· Deals with the public in a professional and courteous manner.

· Responds to requests of an immediate supervisor in an accurate, complete, and timely manner.

· Line Repair and Maintenance Activities:

· Assist with site inspections, work planning, and safety issues of any job or project.

· Assists with completing the necessary repair work in a safe and timely manner.

· Conducts visual inspections of the system and meters as assigned or required.

· Participates in the monthly meter reading process as assigned by supervisors.

· Communicates and coordinates with the public, assists with dealing with customer complaints, provides answers to questions, and clarifies City electrical policies in a professional manner.

· Equipment and Supply Activities:

· Maintains an awareness of all the supplies and equipment required to operate on a daily basis

· Daily monitors the inventory of supplies and equipment in the electrical department and notifies supervisors on the need to reorder and restock specific items.

· Maintains an awareness of the corrective and preventative maintenance procedures and schedules of machinery and equipment.

· Line Clearance Activities:

· Monitors the changing weather conditions.

· Does tree trimming and weed mowing in a safe manner assuring for proper line clearance and compliance with department and state regulations.

· Responds to emergency situations involving downed lines as required assuring for safety and timeliness.

· Apprentice Program Activities:

· Participates in on-going training activities and classes.

· Studies training manuals and information.

· Completes requirements of employee training agreement.

· Any and all other duties as prescribed by the Lead Journeyman, Line Superintendent, Public Works Foreman, Director and/or City ordinance.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

None

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

High school diploma, or G.E.D.; and

One year experience as an electric groundman.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

Requires a valid Missouri Class B CDL.

OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIES:

· Ability to understand and follow simple verbal and written instructions.

· Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationship with other employees, city officials, and the general public through written and oral communications.

· Some knowledge of methods, materials and routine tools used in general maintenance of electric lines and connections preferred.

· Ability to work effectively for prolonged periods of time in all weather conditions.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

· Sight, hearing.

· Must be able to exercise sound judgment in evaluating situations and in decision making.

· Must have good oral and written communication skills.

MARGINAL FUNCTIONS:

· Coordinated use of both arms, legs, and hands at once, frequent lateral mobility, changing physical location, stooping, climbing, bending, pushing, and pulling.

MISCELLANEOUS REQUIREMENTS:

· Must be willing to work during non-regular hours, such as nights, weekends, and/or holidays.

· Must be willing to work during periods of inclement weather.

· Subject to emergency call-in.

· Must successfully complete a background check.

· Must pass a pre-employment substance abuse test.

This position description is a general guideline for work behavior and is not intended to be a comprehensive listing of all job duties. Therefore, it is also not, nor can it be implied to be a contract of employment. The contents of this position description may be changed without notice and employment may be terminated by either party at will.

Interested individuals may send a resume to the Mount Vernon City Clerk’s Office at P.O. Box 70, 109 North Hickory Street, Mount Vernon, MO 65712. Resumes may be also emailed to ddavis@mtvernon-cityhall.org. Applications are available on the City’s website at www.mtvernon-cityhall.org. Questions regarding this position should be directed to the Director of Public Works, City of Mount Vernon at 417-466-2168 or ddavis@mtvernon-cityhall.org. The City of Mount Vernon is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $24.50 - $28.25 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person