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CDE Lightband, the municipal electric and broadband power provider for the City of Clarksville, offers electric, television, internet, and phone service to customers within the city limits. CDE Lightband serves over 84,000 metered homes and businesses with electric service and over 30,000 customers with broadband services over our Fiber to the Premise Network.
To better meet our customers' needs, CDE Lightband shall offer a weekend shift for full-time Operation Line Crews. (Full-time employment as defined per Policy 3-23). We are seeking the ideal team player to join our Electric Lineworker Team to fill the AP4 Apprentice Lineworker position. The individual will remain in the position until a position opens that allows progression to the next level in the Apprentice program. Progression is based upon knowledge, experience, and performance, not time-in-grade or seniority, and does not guarantee advancement to the next level. The supervisor evaluates performance.

All Applicants should have the stated experience, including work towards or completion of a five-year line worker apprenticeship program approved by the DOL, Bureau of Apprenticeships.

Apprentice Electric Lineworker - AP8

Team/Division:

Operations / Electric

Reports To:

Foreman Journeyman / General Foreman

Job Status:

Full-Time

Work Schedule:

Pay Status:

Hourly

FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt

Pay Grade:

AP8

Created/Updated:

December 2017

Highly skilled and trained position, working closely under the supervision of a Foreman, a Journeyman, and the General Foreman. Incumbents are trained to construct and maintain overhead and underground electrical service distribution systems. Responsibilities may include participating in the installation, repair, replacement, and inspection of equipment and materials required to transmit and distribute electric power. Work performed may need to be done while energized. Employees are also expected to maintain an inventory of standard parts and equipment, maintain records of activities as required by policy and procedure, and uphold the highest safety standards as set forth in the American Public Power Association (APPA) Safety Manual and any other safety policies, rules, and regulations.

Apprenticeship will follow the Tennessee Valley Public Power Association (TVPPA) Apprentice.
Lineman Training Program (or a similar program approved by the Department of Labor, Bureau of Apprenticeships and Training) with corresponding step progressions, pending performance within the Program, and as evaluated by the Foreman. Progressions and step timing are not guaranteed.

• Assists with installing, maintaining, and repairing electric systems, which may include Constructing, installing, removing, and servicing secondary distribution lines overhead and underground, and performing work on energized and de-energized lines. Frequently requires digging when installing poles, anchors, and underground lines.
• Effectively capable of climbing utility poles to perform work when necessary, safely, and all safety requirements on an annual basis
• Operates vehicles of various sizes, weights, and descriptions safely and cautiously, following all local, state, and federal rules and regulations, including DOT and Commercial Driver's License requirements.
• Attend regular training as required for the Apprenticeship Program; maintain testing requirements per progression standards; attend any other meetings, training, or other programs needed as set forth, including all safety meetings; and maintain and follow all safety requirements as set by CDE Lightband, APPA, OSHA, TOSHA, and any other local, state, or regulatory agency.
• Monitors and maintains an inventory of parts and equipment while working with warehouse personnel to maintain accurate outgoing and incoming connections with assigned work; notifies supervisor when levels are low

Education:

High School Diploma or equivalent (GED)

Experience:

3-5 years of experience in electric distribution line work, including formal Lineworker Apprenticeship Training, is required.

Certifications & Licenses:

Other Requirements:

An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the job's essential duties is also considered.

• Knowledgeable of and Skilled in construction tools and methods used for Electric transmission and distribution line construction and maintenance
• Knowledge of and Skilled in Electric utility operating methods
• Knowledgeable of Occupational hazards & Safety Regs associated w/ electrical transmission & distribution
• Knowledgeable of applicable Federal, State, and local laws, rules, and regulations
• Knowledgeable of and Skilled in Customer service principles and practices
• Skilled in electrical line work, energized when required
• Skilled and Able to climb utility poles with energized lines, when necessary, and use aerial devices to service broken/defective wires or equipment; & able to work in underground vaults & access a diversity of workspaces
• Skilled in accepting, receiving, and transferring training and training principles
• Skilled in Troubleshooting and resolving complex problems
• Skilled in Basic Computer and related software applications
• Skilled in reading and comprehending training documents
• Skilled in and the Ability to perform physical work during extreme conditions for the entire workday and beyond into extended hours if necessary, if job duties require.
• Ability to work independently and individually, and exercise independent judgment and initiative while working under supervision and following directions and work orders
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both in writing and through the spoken word.
• Ability to identify and correct conditions that affect employee safety
• Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions
• Ability to visually identify colors independent of each other
• Ability to apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems
• Ability to pay attention to the minute details of a project or task

Physical Demands

Fingering (fine dexterity)

F

Lifting/Carrying

Other:

Handling (grasping, holding)

F

Under 10 lbs

F

Use of a headset

N

Repetitive Motion

F

11-20 lbs

F

Ability to identify colors independently of others

C

Reaching

C

21-50 lbs

F

Climb

F

51-100 lbs

F

Crawl

F

Over 100 lbs

O

Extended Periods of Sitting

F

Kneel

F

Pushing/Pulling

Squat

F

Under 10 lbs

F

Speaking clearly to be understood on the radio, telephone & hearing a response

F

Sit

C

11-20 lbs

F

Stand

F

21-50 lbs

F

Bend

F

51-100 lbs

F

Ability to climb at extended heights

F

Walk

C

Over 100 lbs

O

Legend: N = Never; R = Rarely; O = Occasional (1% - 33%); F = Frequent (34% - 66%); C = Constant (over 66%)

Working Conditions

• Indoor/Outdoor working position, requiring incumbents to travel from the office to the worksite via company vehicle.
• Requires constant indoor and outdoor work with potential for extreme outdoor temperatures
• Potential to work outside regular working hours
• Incumbents may be subjected to moving mechanical parts, electrical currents, dust, gases, poor ventilation, chemicals, extreme temperatures, intense noises, environmental disturbances, workspace restrictions, and travel.
• Position will be scheduled for 'On-Call' Rotation requiring weekend and holiday work
• Reside no farther than 30 minutes (max) driving from the primary office location.

Additional Note

The above job description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibility; specific position assignments will vary depending on the department's business needs.

All employees should demonstrate the behaviors outlined in the Code of Ethics and the CDE Lightband Mission & Vision in the performance of their job duties.

See attached full job description.

EEO Compliant. TN Drug-Free Workplace. E-Verify & i9 Participant. Equal Opportunity Employer.