Powerline Distribution Specialist

JOB DETAILS:

Powerline Distribution Specialist

The Powerline Distribution Specialist supervises or installs and maintains electrical distribution systems; performs duties as a member of a Power-line Distribution team.

Some of your duties as a Powerline Distribution Specialist may include:

• Assist in installation of electrical Prime Power Distribution systems and exterior services


• Assist in the erection of utility poles


• Install guys, anchor, crossarm, conductor, insulator, and other hardware


• Install and connect service drops and conduits on de-energized systems

Training

Job training for a Powerline Distribution Specialist consists of nine weeks of Basic Training, where you'll learn basic Soldiering skills, and nine weeks of Advanced Individual Training and on-the-job instruction, including practice with equipment. Part of this time is spent in the classroom and part in the field. Some of the skills you'll learn are:

• Installation, operation and maintenance of electrical power distribution systems including pole top rescue, substation maintenance


• Installing poles accessories and transformers, maintenance on lines, use of hot line equipment, service drops, area and street lighting


• Airfield lighting systems, overhead and underground lines including replacing splicing and termination


• Emphasis on the use of technical and manufacturer publications, as applicable, to electric power line distribution

Helpful Skills

• Ability to work as a team member


• An interest in shop mechanics


• Ability to perform a wide variety of duties

Advanced Responsibilities

Advanced level Powerline Distribution Specialist provides guidance, supervises and trains other Soldiers within the same discipline. As an advanced level Powerline Distribution Specialist, you may be involved in:

• Install and maintain electrical transmission and distribution systems


• Test circuits and components to isolate malfunction and repair defects


• Perform scheduled and emergency inspections and repairs of distribution systems and equipment


• Assist in maintenance, repair, calibration, and tests of internal substation equipment

To Apply:

All interested applicants are to click on the Apply Now button at the top and bottom of this page to begin the online application process.