Town of Benson: Electric Line Technician Third Class

Town of Benson:
Electric Line Technician Third Class

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Electric Line Technician Third Class role at Electri Cities of NC

Job Summary
The Town of Benson has an opening for an Electric Line Technician Third Class in its Electric Department. The hiring range for the position is $45,311 – $70,233 and benefits include paid participation in the North Carolina State Health Plan, paid dental, vision and life insurance, 13 paid holidays and two weeks paid time-off per year. We need a driven individual who will perform less hazardous and skilled technical work regarding all aspects of the electrical distribution system, including construction, maintenance and repair of underground and overhead electric lines.

As an important member of our team, you will operate the line truck to set poles and transformers, assist with construction and repair work, and perform service work on trucks and equipment. Carry out these duties while working close to home and providing valuable service to the local community.

Primary Responsibilities
In your duties as Electric Line Technician Third Class, you will participate in installing power line poles, stringing lines, making emergency repairs during electric power outages, and complete other related duties as required. Examples of these duties include, but are not limited to:

• keeping materials stocked.
• operating trenchers, backhoes and other light, medium and heavy equipment.
• operating and working in bucket trucks to provide a variety of customer services.
• participating in substation maintenance and checks for leaking tanks, damaged or broken insulators.
• maintaining circuit breakers.

Work is performed under regular supervision and is reviewed in progress and upon completion for conformance to instructions and accepted standards. This position requires frequent on-call and call-back responsibilities.

Job Requirements
Desired

Qualifications:

Graduation from high school supplemented by training in electrical principles and electrical distribution system experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. You must possess a valid North Carolina class A commercial driver’s license.

Seniority level
Entry level

Employment type
Full-time

Job function
Engineering and Information Technology

Industries
Utilities