Lineman

JACKSON ELECTRIC MEMBERSHIP CORPORATION
POSITION DESCRIPTION
LINEMAN
POSITION OBJECTIVES: To ensure optimum results in providing prompt, efficient, reliableand courteous service on construction, operation and maintenance requirements of this positionwhich will achieve the objectives of the Cooperative and the department or district to whichassigned; to communicate and promote teamwork and cooperation in accordance with theCooperative's mission, vision and values.
MINIMUM JOB SPECIFICATIONS:
All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individualswith disabilities.
EDUCATION: Require High school diploma or equivalent. Prefer an Electrical Lineworker
Certificate from an accredited technical college. Must possess or obtain a CDL Learner's
Permit within the first 6 months in the position, keep the learner's permit for at least 6 months,
and obtain a CDL within one year from the date of hire in the position.
EXPERIENCE: Require a minimum of three (3) years progressive experience in electricsystem line construction, operations, and maintenance in a line crew. Require a minimum ofone (1) year experience in Lineman Helper or Groundman-type activities and two (2) years'experience as a Lineman Apprentice or any combination of three (3) years of line crewexperience with a minimum of one (1) years' experience which emphasized the learning of
lineman activities.

KNOWLEDGE: Require being in the process of developing the principles and practices in line
construction, service, operation, and maintenance requirements in an electric distribution
system. Knowledge requirements of basic electricity and transformers equivalent to that
contained in the courses accepted by the industry will be met with evidence of successful
completion of such courses, and with the successful completion of courses in Lineman's work
up to and including the written and competency level of the 300 series of the Jackson EMC
Lineman's Training Program. Requires an understanding of the operations, maintenance, and
repair of switching and sectionalizing equipment. Requires an understanding of the installation
of transformers, wiring of transformers, transformer banks, regulators, capacitors, and other
distribution equipment. Requires knowledge of all hazards and shall conduct his/her work in a
safe manner, observing all safety rules. Requires an understanding of RUS specifications,
National Electric Code, and National Electric Safety Code. Require a willingness to pursue a
continuous program of self-development both inside and outside of work hours in furthering
his/her knowledge to develop in the job and accept increasing responsibilities.
SKILLS: Require effective leadership skills, excellent communications skills, both written and
verbal, and the ability to work in a team environment. Require demonstrated interest and ability
to learn and progress in training to perform line work and be systematically applying him/herself
to the development of abilities and skills required in Lineman activities of an electric distribution
system. Conduct him/herself in a courteous manner and meet people easily in dealing with
employees, Cooperative members, and the public. Be available to assist with power restoration and other essential customer service tasks as needed to maintain continuity of service to
customers.
WORKING RELATIONSHIPS AND CONDITIONS:
Reports to: Line Foreman or other assigned Supervisor
Directs: None - May instruct/guide line personnel when assigned.
Internal: Actively participates within the Cooperative team environment to develop supportive
relationships essential to the success of the functions of this position, achieving the results
expected and encouraging throughout the organization the concepts of teamwork and
cooperative spirit.
External: Develops and maintains supportive relationships with member/consumers, the
general public,and other external contacts to assure positive results.
This position requires medium work; visual acuity in mobile equipment operations with
inspection; repetitive motions, hearing, talking, feeling, grasping, lifting, pulling, pushing,
walking, standing, reaching, crawling, crouching, kneeling, stooping, balancing, climbing; and is
subject to both inside and outside environmental conditions in extreme heat or cold with noise,
vibrations, and/or hazards.The following are the essential duties of this position and do not include marginal functions thatare incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties. The scope and duties of a given
position may change or be temporarily altered based on the needs of Jackson ElectricMembership Corporation. This document does not create an employment contract, implied orotherwise, other than an "at will" employment document.
RESIDENCY: This position requires a residency within a twenty five (25) mile radius of the
Office of employment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
1. Makes all types of single and polyphase transformer installations and performs
rephasing and phase rotation on polyphase circuits under direct supervision and when
assigned.
2. Installs, moves, or removes transformers, Security Lights, secondaries, service drops, oil
circuit breakers, poles, conductors, capacitors, regulators, reclosers, and/or any other
line equipment under direct supervision and when assigned.
3. Installs or removes instrument transformers, recording or indicating meters of all types,
and makes load and voltage tests under direct supervision and when assigned.
4. Patrols distribution lines; inspects, operates and maintains related equipment; performs
distribution switching, sectionalizing, and fusing when assigned.

5. Performs "hot line" work on all lines and voltages of the Cooperative, following
prescribed methods and procedures under direct supervision when assigned.
6. Observes the performance of any line crew member assigned; directs, instructs, and
sees that effective work procedure and safe practices are followed; coaches employees
assigned under his/her direction.
7. Determines that proper clearances are maintained in all work assignments.
8. Sees that assigned trucks, tools, and working equipment are properly used and kept in
good working order and that any required repairs are promptly reported to the Line
Foreman or assigned Supervisor.
9. Submits time, mileage, and gas tickets, material charge-outs and credit-ins, and any
other clerical forms or other required procedural work.
10. Learns to read and interpret staking sheets; learns all RUS specifications and line
construction assemblies; learns the National Electrical Safety Code and applicable
portions of the National Electric Code and any other specifications or instructional
material the Cooperative may incorporate on line construction.
11. Operates automotive and construction equipment when assigned; complies with all
traffic laws, safety rules, regulations and safe practices when operating assigned
vehicle; at all times looks out for the safety of the vehicle, occupants and loads.

12. Keeps informed on a continuing basis of modern methods to be able to perform first aid,
artificial respiration, and pole top rescue/resuscitation.
13. Learns the Cooperative's electrical and mechanical tagging rules and other numbering
systems. Learns layouts and characteristics of electrical distribution lines in the area to
which assigned.
14. Performs on-call duty assignments as a condition of employment when scheduled and
required to maintain continuity of service after regular working hours on Saturdays,
Sundays and holidays observed by the Cooperative.

15. Is available after hours to assist with power restoration and other essential customer
service tasks as needed to maintain continuity of service to customers.
16. Receives communications and directives, verbally confirms full understanding, and
keeps Line Foreman and or other assigned supervisor informed of important information
concerning the work performed.
17. Studies lineman manuals and other instructional guidelines to complete requirements
outlined in the specifications for this position.
18. Is familiar with and follows the best safety practices set forth in the Cooperative's Safety
Manual.
19. Keeps informed of all Cooperative policies and procedures and attends and participates
in all required safety meetings scheduled by the Cooperative.
20. Participates in annual meeting as required or directed.
21. Performs other related work of this or any other classification requiring equal or lesser
skill when assigned by the Line Foreman or other supervisor.