Line Technician III

OUC - The Reliable One, an industry leader and the second largest municipal utility in Florida committed to serving the community and the environment, is presently seeking a Line Technician III to join the Electric & Water Distribution division.

This is an experienced apprentice position in a craft area job ladder with advancement to journeymen (Line Technician I) level work. This employee has at least six month’s experience in construction and maintenance of overhead and underground electric distribution systems through 35kv. Work involves pole climbing and equipment operation and is performed at elevated heights and in enclosed (below grade) spaces. Work is performed on energized systems through 600 volts (secondary voltage) under direct supervision of a fully qualified Line Technician II or above. No work is performed on energized systems above 600 volts. The selection process for this position involves a written exam, field assessment and interview.

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The ideal candidate will have:

• High school diploma or GED;
• Minimum Six (6) months as an OUC Apprentice Line Technician or possession of certification from a Line Technician college (or equivalent apprenticeship/certification);
• Valid Florida Driver’s License;
• Class A Florida CDL;
• Completion of Line Tech Apprentice Field Sign off book to include Assembly, Equipment Operation, Over Head Material, URD Materials, Tasks, and Tools sections (or equivalent if external hire);
• Maintenance of safety certifications acquired at the Apprentice Line Technician level (required upon hire if internal, within 6 months if external);

OUC offers a very competitive compensation and benefits package. Our Total Rewards package includes, to cite a few:

• Competitive compensation
• Low-cost medical, dental, and vision benefits and paid life insurance premiums with no probationary period. Retirement benefits include a cash balance account with employer matching along with a health reimbursement account
• Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time
• Educational and Professional assistance programs; Paid Memberships in Professional Associations
• Access to workout facilities at each location
• Paid Conference and Training Opportunities
• Free downtown parking

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Salary Range: $28.016 per hour (estimated $58,273.28 per year)

Location: Pershing Operations - 6113 Pershing Ave, 32822

Please see below a complete Job description for this position.

Technical Requirements:

• Working knowledge of, but not limited to, the following:
• Construction and maintenance tasks of overhead and underground electric systems learned during the Apprentice Line Technician level;
• Familiarity with, but not limited to, the following:
• Knowledge of: mathematics to include graphic arithmetic, principles of mechanical concepts, reading comprehension (CAST Test competencies)
• Use of materials, equipment, and utility line work methods;
• Electrical or mechanical systems;
• Use of the following equipment:
• Trucks (e.g. bucket trucks, line trucks)
• Hydraulic equipment
• Mechanical tools/devices associated with utility line work
• Abilities to include:
• Showing others how to succeed and set an example for others (mentoring/coaching);
• Taking direction and demonstrating an eagerness to learn.
• Passing of the EEI CAST Test (Edison Electric Institute’s Construction and Skill Trades Test)

Education/ Certification/ Years of Experience Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED;
• Minimum Six (6) months as an OUC Apprentice Line Technician or possession of certification from a Line Technician college (or equivalent apprenticeship/certification);
• Valid Florida Driver’s License;
• Class A Florida CDL;
• Completion of Line Tech Apprentice Field Sign off book to include Assembly, Equipment Operation, Over Head Material, URD Materials, Tasks, and Tools sections (or equivalent if external hire);
• Maintenance of safety certifications acquired at the Apprentice Line Technician level (required upon hire if internal, within 6 months if external);

Working Conditions:

This job involves Very Frequently working at heights (upwards of 150 ft) and confined areas. This job involves frequent exposure to extreme weather conditions and insects. This job may involve Occasional exposure to noxious fumes and excessive noise. Employees are expected to work overtime and respond to call out for work, occasionally on very short notice, at all hours, on weekends/holidays and in all manner of inclement weather.

Physical Requirements:

This job consists of Very Frequent standing, lifting up to twenty (20) lbs, bending/stooping, speaking, and hearing. Pole climbing and working at elevated heights (upwards of 150 ft) and working for extended periods in below grade enclosed spaces are very frequently required. This job consists of Frequent walking, lifting up to forty (40) lbs, pushing, pulling, digging, kneeling and/or crawling. This job consists of Occasional sitting, lifting over 50 (50+) lbs, and may involve Occasional writing.

OUC–The Reliable One is an Equal Opportunity Employer who is committed through responsible management policies to recruit, hire, promote, train, transfer, compensate, and administer all other personnel actions without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, marital status, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information and any other factor prohibited under applicable federal, state, and local civil rights laws, rules, and regulations.

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