Switch Electric Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Salary : $63,490.75 - $72,800.00 Annually
Location : Alexandria, Louisiana
Job Type: Full-Time
Division: Utilities
Department: Electric Distribution
Opening Date: 01/06/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
FLSA: Non-Exempt
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Description
The purpose of this classification is to provide responsible manual labor regarding the installation, maintenance, energizing and repairs of all high and low voltage lines, transformers, capacitors, switches, and street lights within the City distribution system, ensuring reliable electric power to all City of Alexandria customers. Position requires call out rotation.
Examples of Duties
Installs, maintains, and repairs underground and overhead structures, including high mast lighting and street light systems, poles, cables, and related equipment to carry power transmission/distribution lines used to conduct electrical energy between generating stations, substations, and consumers.
Installs and maintains high and low voltage underground electric lines: troubleshoots underground power problems; splices underground distribution feeders.
Diagnoses power problems: communicates with the public and customers and runs electrical checks to determine the source of the power outage; determines the course of action needed.
Runs new overhead services; assists in erecting poles and adjusting wires.
Climbs poles or rides in a truck-mounted boom bucket to install equipment, remove defective wiring, transfer wires, conduct repairs, and conduct pole top rescues.
Assists with training Electric Line Workers and Trades Workers. Works collaboratively with Utility Customer Service to perform electric cutoffs when needed.
Performs switching of circuits during storms and daily maintenance.
Performs manual labor associated with construction, maintenance, and repair of power transmission/distribution systems (which may include laying/installing pipe, boring under roads/driveways, pouring concrete, trimming tree limbs and bushes, digging holes or trenches, driving ground rods, shoveling materials, lifting/moving heavy materials, flagging traffic, etc.).
Operates a variety of equipment, machinery and tools used in the construction, maintenance and repair of power transmission/distribution systems which may include a backhoe, trencher, bucket truck, line truck, boring rig, tensioning rig, derrick/digger truck, forklift, tractor, mini excavator, phasing stick, voltage ohmmeter, breakers, regulators, hydraulic tools, jackhammer, air compressor, pipe horn, post hole digger, shovel, axe, saw, chain saw, mechanic tools, etc.
Maintains an adequate supply of equipment, tools, supplies, and materials on trucks for use at work sites; prepares materials for assigned jobs; transports, loads, and unloads various equipment and materials needed.
Reads and interprets electrical diagrams and maps.
Receives, reviews, prepares and/or maintains the appropriate paperwork necessary to the functions of this position: receives various forms, reports, meter readings, electrical diagrams, maps, manuals, or other documentation; reviews, completes, processes, forwards and/or maintains work orders, time sheets, overtime reports, test reports of PCB transformers, and appropriate documents for EPA and DEQ.
Required to work after normal business hours, weekends, and holidays: called out as needed 24/7 to maintain service to customers in the event of a natural disaster, power outages, downed power lines, trees, etc., or for any other disruption of service.
Typical Qualifications
High school diploma or GED, with vocational or technical school training in electrical system installation, repair, and maintenance; supplemented by three (3) years of progressively responsible line work. Must possess a valid Class B commercial driver's license. Will be required to obtain a valid State of Louisiana Class B commercial driver's license at the time of appointment and maintain throughout employment for this classification. Certification from Lineman's Training School preferred.
Supplemental Information
Applicants must supply complete and accurate information concerning their previous training and experience including a detailed description of their work experience, the names and addresses of all previous employers and the dates of employment. The information is subject to verification.
Examination may consist of a written test, a rating of training and experience, a performance test or any combination thereof deemed necessary to adequately screen and rank applicants. Examination notices will be sent out via email with a testing date, time, and location if applicable.
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Must include copies of driver's license, diploma, GED, DD214, degree, etc. with application for consideration.
The City of Alexandria is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, sex, color, religion, national origin, or disability.
We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees, including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, vacation, sick leave, and a wellness clinic for employees.
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