Cable Splicer B

*ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:* * Arranges cable and equipment in manholes, vaults and on overhead terminal poles in accordance with construction standards.
* Splices and terminates electric underground cable for voltages ranging from secondary to 33 kv transmission.
* Splices energized cables up to 480 V.
* Splices and terminates 15- 33 kv aerial cable.
* Installs, inspects, and maintains underground equipment such as transformers, splices, * Installs, inspects, tests, cleans, and repairs A.
C.
network transformers, protectors, and other associated equipment.
* Adjusts or replaces protective relays and checks for proper operation.
* Pot heads and terminates cables near high-voltage overhead lines and storm restoration work.
* Drives and operates trucks, aerial lifts, and other equipment.
* Operates portable generators and pumps, and small electric tools.
* Performs any other duties required to complete a job.
*COMPETENCIES & REQUIREMENTS:* * Must be proficient in splicing and terminating various distribution class cables including paper lead, EPR, and XLP.
* Ability to meet U.
S.
Occupational Safety and Health Administration weight restriction for bucket trucks when wearing required tools.
* Demonstrated ability to operate equipment.
* Properly dress and remove PPE and cover ups when appropriate.
* Willingness to work during emergencies.
* Willingness to work in adverse weather.
* Clear communication.
* Positive attitude and the ability to work well with others.
* Customer service skills.
* Self-motivation with minimal supervision.
* Commitment to work overtime on a regular basis.
*QUALIFICATIONS:* * Commercial Driver’s License.
* 2+ years related work experience or equivalent combination of formal education/training and experience.
* Manhole / Confined space or ability to become trained and qualified.
* Transformer / substation entry or ability to become trained and qualified.
* Qualified climber or ability to become a qualified climber.
*PHYSICAL DEMANDS/REQUIREMENTS:* The following physical demands are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job: * Must be able to work in manholes of all depths, around energized equipment, and cables, and near heavy vehicular traffic.
* Must be able to climb different types of structures (i.
e.
wood, steel, etc.
).
* Constant physical effort, including standing, is required during a regular work shift of at least eight hours per day.
* Employees must be able to stand for extended periods of time, and to stoop, bend, and crouch as required to perform key duties.
* Frequently work with hands extended overhead, sometimes in conjunction with the operation of hand power tools.
* Work at elevated heights and/or in confined spaces.
* Ability to lift and carry, on a frequent basis, at least 50 pounds personally, and up to 100 pounds with assistance.
* Manual dexterity to hand-carry generators, lumber and other construction materials, power tools, and hand tools.
* Maintain constant alertness to the multiple concurrent activities of the construction site, including the activities of other employees and contractors, the operation of stationary equipment, and the movement of mobile equipment.
* Frequently walk on uneven surfaces, including natural ground in varying weather conditions.
* The work environment periodically exposes the employees to high levels of noise, grease, and dust that is typically associated with a construction project.
* Employees regularly work near heavy equipment and moving machinery.
* Work may involve a variety of substances commonly found on construction sites such as form oil, grease, curing compounds, gasoline, diesel fuel.
*NOTE:* This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive.
Employees may perform other related duties as required to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.
We consider all applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, military status, familial status, marital status, citizenship status, personal appearance, genetic information, or on any other basis prohibited by law.
Job Type: Full-time Pay: $40.
00 - $46.
00 per hour Expected hours: 30 – 40 per week Benefits: * 401(k) * 401(k) matching * Dental insurance * Health insurance * Health savings account * Life insurance * Paid time off * Parental leave * Referral program * Vision insurance Schedule: * 10 hour shift * 8 hour shift * Monday to Friday * Weekends as needed Experience: * Electrical Construction / Maintenance: 2 years (Required) Willingness to travel: * 25% (Required) Work Location: In person