Electrical Powerline Installer/Repairer jobs in Virginia
Electrical Powerline Installer/Repairer installs, repairs, and maintains powerline equipment. Requires a high school diploma or its equivalent. Being an Electrical Powerline Installer/Repairer may be required to be certified in an area of specialty with 2-4 years of experience in the field or in a related area. Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Additionally, Electrical Powerline Installer/Repairer relies on limited experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of tasks. Works under general supervision. A certain degree of creativity and latitude is required. Typically reports to a supervisor/manager. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
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Powerline Worker
- Virginia Tech
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Blacksburg, VA
FULL_TIME
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Job Description
Reporting to the Campus/Town Electric Service Manager and under the guidance and/or supervision of the Lead Powerline Worker, the Powerline Worker installs, locates, maintains, and repairs electric utility distribution systems and a variety of other electrical services and equipment; utilizes hot line equipment and tools; does related work as required; may lead other line crew personnel in the absence of the Lead Powerline Worker. All work is developed, installed, repaired, and maintained by Virginia Tech Electric Service (VTES) employees including electrical distribution and transmission systems inclusive of conduits, cables, wires, and related equipment such as transformers, circuit breakers, and switches.
Powerline Workers are responsible for maintaining ongoing safety protocols and procedures as well as complying with federal, state, university, and departmental policies, procedures, and regulations. Powerline Workers may also assist town crews as needed and during emergencies.
Required Qualifications- Demonstrated experience and knowledge (at the Journeyman Level) of primary and secondary power distribution.
- Demonstrated detailed knowledge of underground and overhead distribution line construction and maintenance practices.
- Working knowledge and understanding of hot line work.
- Must have the ability to work effectively within a team or small crew organization daily.
- Must be willing and able to work extra and irregular hours as the utility needs may require, and willing to work under unusual or special working conditions such as storms, extreme temperatures, winds, darkness, etc.
- Ability to work independently with all work subject to inspection by supervisor.
- Ability to install and maintain street lights.
- Ability to investigate power failures and restore power during emergencies.
- Ability to document work for updating system records.
- Possess professional demeanor and able/willing to function within a team environment and share knowledge with fellow crew members as appropriate.
- Exceptional attention to safety protocols and OSHA requirements; CPR, First Aid, lockout/tag-out; fall protection.
- Apprenticeship, or an equivalent level of training, in high voltage electric distribution line construction.
- Demonstrated experience in hot line work, pole climbing, and line construction (12.47 kV) and low voltage electrical distribution facilities.
- Considerable high voltage distribution experience with an electrical utility or electrical contractor.
- Experience in a multi-trade, multi-discipline environment.
- Experience in Substation work
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Appointment Type
Regular
Salary Information
93,600
Review Date
Feb. 28, 2024
Additional Information
The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.
About Virginia Tech
Dedicated to its motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on, transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world, Virginia Tech is an inclusive community dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students in eight undergraduate colleges , a school of medicine , a veterinary medicine college, Graduate School , and Honors College . The university has a significant presence across Virginia, including the Innovation Campus in Northern Virginia; the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke; sites in Newport News and Richmond; and numerous Extension offices and research centers . A leading global research institution, Virginia Tech conducts more than $500 million in research annually.
Virginia Tech does not discriminate against employees, students, or applicants on the basis of age, color, disability, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, or military status, or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or on any other basis protected by law.
If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation, please contact OpsHR at opshr-g@vt.edu during regular business hours at least 10 business days prior to the event. - 3 Days Ago
Powerline Worker
- Commonwealth of Virginia
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Blacksburg, VA
OTHER
- Job Description Reporting to the Campus/Town Electric Service Manager and under the guidance and/or supervision of the Lead Powerline Worker, the Powerline Worker installs, locates, maintains, and rep...
- 18 Days Ago
Electrical Engineer
- Electrical Consultants, Inc.
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Chesapeake, VA
FULL_TIME
- Electrical Consultants, inc. (ECI) is seeking graduate electrical engineers to join our Planning and Studies team. If you are seeking a great opportunity and have an interest in power systems or worki...
- 4 Days Ago
Electrical Foreman
- Moore's Electrical & Mechanical
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Danville, VA
FULL_TIME
- Job SummaryThe Electrical Foreman is responsible for managing all on-site activities of commercial electrical projects. This includes safety, scheduling, and daily construction tasks. This foreman sho...
- 5 Days Ago
Electrical Foreman
- A Plus Electrical Service LLC
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Chesapeake, VA
FULL_TIME
- As an Electrical Foreman, you will play a crucial role in overseeing and coordinating electrical projects within our organization. Your primary responsibility will be to ensure that electrical install...
- 8 Days Ago
Electrical Estimator
- Moore's Electrical & Mechanical
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Altavista, VA
FULL_TIME
- Job SummaryThe Electrical Estimator is responsible for capturing labor and material costs to complete electrical system estimates for both our commercial and industrial customers. This role is the fou...
- 8 Days Ago
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Cable Installation Technician
- DIRECTV
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Carroll, IA
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Cable Installation Technician
- DIRECTV
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Cable Installation Technician
- DIRECTV
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Cable Installation Technician
- XFER Communications, Inc.
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Livonia, MI
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Cable Installation Technician
- Brown Communications LLC
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Phoenix, AZ
- Job Description Job Description Job Responsibilities: Install and terminate data cabling on commercial projects. Install...
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Cable Installation Technician
- Brown Communications LLC
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Phoenix, AZ
- Job Description Job Description Job Responsibilities: Install and terminate data cabling on commercial projects. Install...
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Cable Installation Technician
- UDEO
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Inniswold, LA
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Cable Installation Technician
- RCB Industries
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About Virginia
Virginia (/vərˈdʒɪniə/ (listen)), officially the Commonwealth of Virginia, is a state in the Southeastern and Mid-Atlantic regions of the United States located between the Atlantic Coast and the Appalachian Mountains. Virginia is nicknamed the "Old Dominion" due to its status as the first English colonial possession established in mainland North America and "Mother of Presidents" because eight U.S. presidents were born there, more than any other state. The geography and climate of the Commonwealth are shaped by the Blue Ridge Mountains and the Chesapeake Bay, which provide habitat for much of ...
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