Transit Power Line Worker

Transit Power Line Worker - SF Municipal Transportation Agency 
Job class: 7366-Transit Power Line Worker

Application Opening: April 04, 2024
Application Deadline:  may close at anytime, but not before April 18, 2024
Annual Compensation:  $160,082
 

Signing Bonus and Relocation Reimbursement:  Newly hired employees appointed full-time, into the Overhead Line classifications of 7235, 7310, or 7366, are eligible for a one-time $20,000 signing bonus.  Candidates who live over one hundred (100) miles outside of the geographic boundaries of the City and County of San Francisco and who relocate in connection with an appointment to an Overhead Line Classification are eligible for reimbursement of relocation expenses up to $20,000.

Both the signing bonus and relocation reimbursement will only be provided in exchange for signing a Repayment Agreement that requires repayment if qualifying service requirements are not met.  

Role description

Under general supervision, performs skilled line work in the installation, maintenance, and repair of transit power systems including trolley overhead contact wires, poles, conduits, cables, feeders, switches, and related support structures.

Essential Functions:

1.    Strings, rigs and repairs electrical lines, cables, wires and related switches, including aluminum and copper conductors and support wires, under energized and de-energized conditions and in heavy traffic.  

2.    Inspects overhead lines and circuits to identify and assess faulty lines or worn parts for on-site or later repair and replacement, including removing trees or other obstructions.  

3.    Installs and maintains underground and overhead electrical systems/facilities and supporting structures.  

4.    Repairs and replaces poles, cross arms, insulators and related hardware under energized and de-energized conditions, and in heavy traffic or in underground and subway stations.  

5.    Digs foundations; sets, plumbs and anchors poles.  

6.    Responds to emergency road call requests.  

7.    Maintains routine records.  

8.    Drives City vehicles.  

9.    Performs related duties as required.

Knowledge of: Basic electrical theory and practices related to field maintenance and repair problems necessary to maintain transit power lines and overhead and underground electrical power distribution lines; safety regulations and procedures, and safe working practices including applicable OSHA regulations, the correct and safe use of tools and equipment utilized in streets and thoroughfares; and used in electrical line construction.  

Ability to:  String, rig, splice, install, repair, replace, and maintain equipment/structures; climb poles and towers in order to inspect, repair and maintain poles and equipment in a safe manner; use tools and equipment utilized in the repair and maintenance of transit power lines and overhead and underground electrical distribution lines; speak clearly and understandably; express ideas in a clear and effective manner and comprehend, act upon and  explain information using appropriate technical terminology; properly use hand signals to communicate to co-workers; record and complete routine records and forms in a manner that is clear, concise and easily understood; read, understand and follow-through on written instructions; interact with co-workers, supervisors, and members of the public in a tactful and professional manner.

Nature of Work: Requires considerable physical effort and dexterity in the use of fingers, limbs and body; continuous exposure to physical and working conditions where serious injuries maybe encountered; working with high voltage electrical distribution lines and working in confined spaces; may be assigned to work day, swing or night shifts, weekends and holidays; may be required to wear respirators and work in inclement weather; may be required to work overtime; this is a 7 day / 24 hour operation.

How to qualify

Education:  Completion of a State certified Electrical Line Worker apprenticeship program recognized by the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers;

OR  

Experience:  Two (2) years of full time verifiable journey-level electrical line worker experience in the installation, maintenance and operation of high voltage (above 600 volts) power transmission and distribution systems;

OR

Five (5) years of full time verifiable journey-level electrician experience as defined by the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers of which two (2) years must have been assisting in the installation, maintenance and operation of high voltage (above 600 volts) power transmission and distribution systems.  

AND

License:  Possession of a valid driver license.  Must obtain a Class B driver license within six months of appointment.  Failure to obtain a Class B driver license is cause for termination.

Applicants must meet the minimum qualification requirement by the final filing date unless otherwise noted.

The City and County of San Francisco encourages women, minorities and persons with disabilities to apply. Applicants will be considered regardless of their sex, race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition (associated with cancer, a history of cancer, or genetic characteristics), HIV/AIDS status, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, military and veteran status, or other protected category under the law.