Seasonal Electric Intern - Utilities

ELECTRIC INTERN

Position Title:

Electric Intern (Summer)

Department:
Utilities

Reports To:

Electric Distribution Manager

Salary Range: N/A – Temporary Position (no benefits)

FLSA Status:
Non-exempt

Last Update:
March 23, 2017

Under the direction of the Journeyman Lineman or Lead Electric Lineman, performs entry level professional work, research and support for the Electric Distribution Department. Participates in a variety of projects within the organization’s initiatives.

Duties and responsibilities are designed to further prepare the incumbent for a successful career in Electric Power Distribution. Employee does not have supervisory responsibility for subordinate personnel.

• Performs testing equipment to install and maintain electric service to residential, commercial, and industrial, city buildings, plants, street lighting, and other related activities.
• Requires the employee to connect, test, and install equipment necessary to maintain safe and reliable electric service to customers and a safe work environment for fellow employees.
• Attend and participate in various organizational meetings.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

High school diploma or GED supplemented with one (1) year of college course work and/or enrollment in an Electric Power and Distribution technical program. Requires possession of a valid driver’s license and a good driving record.

The employee must operate various types of power and hand tools usually associated with secondary electric construction and maintenance as well as testing equipment such as voltage, ohm, amp continuity and other test equipment.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of the position, the employee must be capable to negotiate rough terrain on foot to access maintenance problems;

must be capable of occasionally lifting fifty to one-hundred pounds (50-100 lbs.) or more during execution of duties. The position requires mobility to complete errands, flexibility of body, manual dexterity, and hand/eye coordination and working at heights well above ground level.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, this position functions primarily on a job site. Manual labor is required. Adverse weather conditions including prolonged exposure to temperature and precipitation extremes are a factor, as is exposure to fuels, exhaust, chemicals and hazardous implements and equipment.

Formal application; rating of education and experience; oral interview, background, and reference check. Job related tests may be required.

The City of Gardner is an equal opportunity employer. Any applicant/employee with a disability as defined in the Americans with Disabilities Act may request an accommodation to perform the functions of this position. Requests should be directed to the immediate supervisor.

The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.

The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and the employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.