What are the responsibilities and job description for the Qualified Lineman position at NiSource?
$47.06 - Qualified
Hammond
Reporting to Eddie Gaines
Job Title: Lineman
Job Code: NP408
Job Summary
Perform all line work, of any voltage, in the construction, installation, maintenance and operation of overhead transmission and distribution lines. Perform all underground work in the installation, maintenance and operation of underground cable installations and equipment.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities
- Install, remove, relocate, and maintain transmission and distribution, transformers, regulators, capacitors, arresters, cutouts, switches, ground rods, ground wires, insulators, conductors, line hardware and associated equipment.
- Install, remove, relocate and maintain all types of underground distribution system materials and equipment such as, but not limited to, transformers, conductors, cable, splices, terminals, stress cones, conduit, ducts and related hardware.
- Locate and repair secondary and primary cable faults
- Request clearances and perform switching in accordance with operating procedures.
- Perform work requiring rubber gloving 12.5 kv lines and below, and the use of live line tools in the construction and maintenance of distribution and transmission lines and equipment
- Operate equipment such as aerial baskets, tensioners, digger derricks and trenchers.
- Perform duties in accordance with the Company's safety rules and operating regulations and practices.
Required Qualifications for Position
- Must successfully pass the CAST test.
- Must successfully pass Climbing and Line School.
- Must be willing to be "on call" during "off" hours, and be able and willing to respond to customer needs by working overtime as needed.
- Working knowledge of circuits and their voltages, substations, and equipment.
- Working knowledge of complex prints and specifications.
- Perform, instruct, direct, and advise others in the performance of all types of line work.
- Must have the ability to climb and work at heights.
- Have a valid commercial drivers' license.
- High School Diploma or GED.
- May be required to travel throughout service territory.
- If candidate is a qualified journeyman lineman they must pass all required testing.
- If candidate is not qualified they will need to complete four year apprenticeship before becoming a qualified journeyman lineman.
Preferred Additional Qualifications for Position
- Journeyman lineman
Disclaimer
The preceding description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required of the position.
Inclusion & Diversity
Value inclusion within your day to day responsibilities by respecting others perspectives/convictions, engaging others opinions, creating a safe environment where people, ideas, and opinions are valued within your Team/Customers and external partners.
Value inclusion within your day to day responsibilities by respecting others perspectives/convictions, engaging others opinions, creating a safe environment where people, ideas, and opinions are valued within your Team/Customers and external partners.
Respect and take into consideration diversity within your Team/Customers and external work partners by valuing different world views, challenges, and cultures that represent all walks of life and all backgrounds.
Treat others with respect and consideration. Actively participate in creating and contributing to a positive work environment.
Equal Employment Opportunity
NiSource is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in each of its companies to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, veteran status, disability, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any protected group status as defined by law. Each employee is expected to abide by this principle.
NiSource is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in each of its companies to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, veteran status, disability, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any protected group status as defined by law. Each employee is expected to abide by this principle.
By applying, you may be considered for other job opportunities.
Safety Statement
Promote a safe work environment by actively participating in all aspects of our employee safety program. Report any unsafe conditions and take actions to prevent personal injuries. Support our interdependent safety culture by ensuring the safety of your co-workers. Stay focused on the task at hand and promote productivity through good work habits.
Promote a safe work environment by actively participating in all aspects of our employee safety program. Report any unsafe conditions and take actions to prevent personal injuries. Support our interdependent safety culture by ensuring the safety of your co-workers. Stay focused on the task at hand and promote productivity through good work habits.
Salary Range:
$
47.06-
$
47.06
Posting Start Date:
2022-06-23-07:00
Posting End Date (if applicable):
2022-07-08-07:00
Please note that the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.
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