November 25, 2024
Electric Energy Jobs

Distribution Lineman

Organization:
OG&E
Region:
Canada, Oklahoma, Norman
End of contest:
December 3, 2024
Type:
Full time
Category:
Lineman
Description
JOB SUMMARY

This requisition is being posted across two skill levels (Journeyman or Apprentice).  Candidates will be considered for the higher level they qualify for. 

Equal Opportunity Employer - Minorities, Women, Individuals with DisABILITIES & Veterans Encouraged to apply.

Performs a variety of duties related to the installation, operation, repair, and maintenance of overhead and/or underground distribution systems, transmission facilities, and street light systems to provide continuous and dependable electric service to customers.

LEVEL OF RESPONSIBILITY

Performs varied tasks and projects directly related to craft trade. Gathers and analyzes relevant information to develop and implement the best course of action to ensure job is successfully completed in a safe manner. Often works under minimal or no supervision. Resolves most questions and problems, and refers only the most complex issues to higher level. Resolves problems through mastery of craft, trade knowledge and principles. Follows established Operating Procedures, Operating Practices and Approved Work Methods to accomplish requirements of job. Possesses career level knowledge to successfully perform job.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Investigates and documents events of cut or damaged cable and other company facilities.

Operates a variety of electronic and other test equipment with a high degree of efficiency.

Constructs and maintains overhead and underground distribution or transmission systems in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures.

Climb poles, set poles and string wire, utilizes and operates equipment (e.g., aerial bucket trucks, and other construction equipment), materials, and manpower in a safe, efficient and effective manner.

Perform substation and operating duties as operating feeder control devices and transmission/distribution switching.

REQUIREMENTS

Journey

High School Diploma/GED and 5 years progressive Lineman experience and completion of OGE Apprentice Program; Or

1 year of equivalent Journey Lineman experience (i.e. Electric Utility certified Journeyman Lineman).

Required to maintain permanent residence within a 30 minute driving time to assigned service center.

Apprentice

 Associate's Degree in a Technical discipline (i.e. Electronics/Engineering Technology/Power Plant Operations/High Voltage/etc); Or

 Certificate of completion/diploma in Electrical Power Technology, High Voltage, or related Power Line Technology; Or

 Prior military experience for at least one enlistment as documented on DD Form 214 combined with utility line experience; Or

 High School Diploma/GED and utility line experience.

 Required to maintain permanent residence within a 30 minute driving time to assigned service center.

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Contact

OG&E

321 N Harvey

Oklahoma City

Oklahoma United States

www.oge.com