Electric Line Technician

Performs technical work in the construction, maintenance and repair of electrical power lines and distribution systems. Participates in the installation and alignment of power line poles; stringing primary and secondary lines; attaching wire to insulators and cross arms; installing, repairing, and replacing cross arms, leg supports, insulators, lightning arresters, circuit breakers, and fuse cutouts; and maintaining and repairing the Town’s street light system. Operates bucket truck equipment to ascend to high wires; operates other equipment such as backhoes and related equipment. Participates in making line taps and connecting wires. Installs transformers, fuse cutouts, and capacitors. Transfers wire from condemned defective poles to new poles; installs metering equipment, and transfers lines from old to new poles. Investigates complaints regarding power failures and makes the necessary repairs; participates in making emergency repairs during disruptions of service. Must be able to perform heavy work exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally; and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently; and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly. Must possess a valid commercial North Carolina driver’s license and a second class power line technician certificate. Applicant may be subject to complete a drug screen, criminal history check, physical and driver’s license check.