Job Statement:To construct and maintain transmission and distribution facilities; including overhead and underground circuits.

　　Essential Duties:

　　Climbs poles and operates aerial bucket to construct, adjust, maintain and repair energized and de-energized electrical circuits.Installs cross-arms, insulators, lightning arrestors, switches, fuses, conductors, transformers, capacitors and other auxiliary equipment and hardware on power poles.Splices and insulates conductors and related wiring to join sections of power line and to connect transformer and electrical accessories.Strings wire conductors between erected poles and adjusts slack to compensate for contraction and elongation due to temperature variations.Opens switches or devices to de-energize lines or accessories.Operates various types of truck mounted and hydraulic equipment and tools such as winches, crimping devices and chain saws.Drives and operates assigned vehicle and ensures vehicle has adequate stock of necessary materials, equipment and supplies to accomplish assigned work.May trim trees and bushes prior to new construction, during repair of damaged lines or as part of routine maintenance.May survey electrical system to determine existing potential maintenance needs.May install and maintain public city and county street lights.Completes all assigned tasks in compliance with the National Electrical Safety Code and company safety policies and practices.May work as lead person on a crew, ensuring all required paperwork is properly completed.Assists in the training of less experienced or apprentice workers.Assists other employees of the crew, as necessary, to efficiently and safely complete assigned work.Promotes positive company image through good customer relations and prompt service.Performs other duties as assigned.