June 7, 2024
Electric Energy Jobs

Distribution Lineman

Organization:
OG&E
Region:
United States, Oklahoma, Oklahoma City
End of contest:
Aug 16, 2023
  This job posting has expired
Type:
Full time
Category:
Lineman
Description
Tracking Code: 20230298

Position Summary:

Performs a variety of duties related to the installation, operation, repair, and maintenance of overhead and/or underground distribution systems, transmission facilities, and street light systems to provide continuous and dependable electric service to customers.

Primary Duties:

  • Investigates and documents events of cut or damaged cable and other company facilities.
  • Operates a variety of electronic and other test equipment with a high degree of efficiency.
  • Constructs and maintains overhead and underground distribution or transmission systems in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures.
  • Climb poles, set poles and string wire, utilizes and operates equipment (e.g., aerial bucket trucks, and other construction equipment), materials, and manpower in a safe, efficient and effective manner.
  • Perform substation and operating duties as operating feeder control devices and transmission/distribution switching.

Requirements:

  • High School Diploma or GED Equivalent.
  • Five (5) years progressive Lineman experience and completion of OGE Apprentice Program, or one (1) year of equivalent Journey Lineman experience (i.e. Electric Utility certified Journeyman Lineman).
  • Valid Class A Commercial Driver's License with DOT certification required.
  • Required to maintain permanent residence within a 30 minute driving time to assigned service center.

Preferred Qualifications:
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  • Demonstrated knowledge of electrical principles.
  • Demonstrated ability to climb poles and work at heights up to and exceeding thirty (30) feet.
  • Demonstrated ability to adhere to learn and adhere to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and company policies.
  • Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in speech and writing.
  • Demonstrated ability to interact effectively and professionally with team members, leaders, and customers.
  • Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot, diagnosis problems, and resolve effectively.
  • Demonstrated ability to understand equipment, systems, and processes.
  • Demonstrated ability to use common purpose hand tools and other materials of various craft trades.
  • Demonstrated ability to adjust and adapt across varied working conditions.
  • Demonstrated knowledge and adherence to safety requirements and the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
  • Mechanical skills and familiarity working with mechanical equipment (e.g., aerial bucket trucks, construction equipment).
  • Demonstrated ability to work efficiently under minimal supervision.
  • Computer skills with knowledge of MS-Office Suite (e.g., Outlook).
  • Knowledge of basic math.
  • Ability to handle multiple tasks.
  • Strong knowledge and understanding of utility lighting systems.

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Contact

OG&E

321 N Harvey

Oklahoma City

Oklahoma United States

www.oge.com