Transmission Equipment Operator-Washington
Job Description
Transmission Equipment Operator-Washington
Position Purpose
The Transmission Equipment Operator position is your first step to a rewarding career in the construction and maintenance of our nation’s Power Grid. You will assist your team in building, repairing, and maintaining transmission lines.
Responsibilities/Duties
Securing the safety of yourself and others
Assisting fellow line-workers in meeting project objectives
Readily joining storm restoration efforts in times of need
Operating vehicles and equipment in a professional manner
Continuing training to improve technical and leadership skills
Tasks
Works safely while performing new construction, maintenance, or repair work of transmission lines
Efficiently operate a mini excavator, skid steers, dozers, front loaders, and line trucks
Ability to troubleshoot and repair minor equipment issues
Properly inspects rubber goods and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Understands when to wear personal protective equipment
Maintains company vehicles, equipment, and tools in good working order
Able to perform rigorous physical labor
Understand the proper use and maintenance of hand tools
Understands the basic concepts of equipment set up and grounding
Capable of working at heights and/or confined spaces
Understands excavation and shoring requirements
Capable of receiving and following directions
Must be able to work outside, frequently in inclement weather
Does all other related work as required to complete the job
Physical Aspects
The physical demands described here are typical of those that must be met by a team-member to successfully perform the essential functions of their job in powerline construction.
While performing the duties of this job, team-members are regularly required to talk or listen. The team-member is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, and feel; and reach with hands and arms.
The team-member is frequently required to perform rigorous physical labor; sit; climb different types of structures (wood, steel, etc.); or balance; and stoop, kneel crouch or crawl. Team-members frequently lift or move up to or in-excess of 50 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment
While performing the duties of this job, team-members may frequently be exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. Team-members are occasionally exposed to a variety of extreme conditions at construction job sites. The noise level in the work environment can be loud. Powerline construction work is performed outside and is subject to diverse weather conditions.
Competencies:
Team-Oriented
Self-Motivated
Ethical and Honest
Dutifully follows established Safety Rules and Company Policy
Required Qualifications
Minimum of 2-3 years’ experience operating heavy equipment
Must have a Class A Commercial Driver’s License and acceptable driving record
Able to read/write and communicate effectively
Able to travel long distances at short notice, when required
Able to work for extended periods in various locations, when required
Able to lift an excess 50 lbs.
Willing to work overtime when requested
Special Position Requirements
This is position and all applicable policies including drug testing and background checks will apply.
River City Construction provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, River City complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.
Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
