Journeyman Lineman (Transmission)
About Us:
Irby Construction Company has been building infrastructure for the power industry for more than 75 years. Our business values and performance-driven mindset guide our actions. Our approach to work starts with safety, puts people first, seeks to innovate, and promises to perform.
Irby is proud of its inclusive work environment, family-oriented culture, excellent benefits, and clear pathways for career growth. We strive to provide every employee with clear expectations and opportunities for advancement. What’s more, Irby has long long-valued tenure.In fact, many of our executive leaders started with Irby early in their careers and in the field.
When you join our team, you join an established firm, with a culture centered around its people. Teamwork is how we work. There is no other way. Pride is ever-present inside our offices and the bond of brotherhood runs strong among our crews.
Irby Construction is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Quanta Services. That means team Irby gets the benefits of the company culture we’re known for along with the stability and resources of a Fortune 500 organization. (NYSE: PWR).
Build your career at Irby Construction.
About this Role:
THIS JOB WILL BE IN CENTRAL AND SOUTH FL
A Journeyman lineman at Irby Construction Company will be expected to build, maintain, and repair overhead transmission lines using approved standards under direction of the Crew Foreman. Responsible for safe operation of equipment and operations on digger trucks (line trucks) and bucket trucks in order to construct and maintain electrical systems of de-energized overhead transmission lines.
What You'll Do:
Has worked in the line industry as an apprentice lineman for at least 4 years
Must be able to conduct a Job Task Safety Analysis (JTSA) as required
Able to string, sag, clip, and dead-end conductor
Setting up an Equipotential Workzone
Ability to ascend and descend poles of all types to change out crossarms, transformers and repair conductors, etc., as well as maintains current knowledge of equipment, and OSHA regulations
Ability to lead crew during on call rotation
Ability to interpret maps, specifications, staking sheets, and complex diagrams.
Ability to maintain records required for time worked and materials
Thorough knowledge of first-aid, safety rules, line materials and tools and their use
Good judgment, safe work methods, and ability to work well with diverse groups of people
Must perform Pole Top Rescue and Bucket Rescue
Assist in training Apprentice Lineman
Ability to lead in Crew Forman’s absence
Inspects, maintains company equipment, and trucks in safe working order
What You'll Bring:
Must be able to work outside during all weather conditions and terrain on a regular and/on-call basis, in a safe and productive manner
Must have a class A or B Commercial Driver’s License
High School Diploma or equivalent
May move up to 50 pounds in a safe manner
Must be able to work at heights and/or confined space
Must be able to work days, nights, weekends, and holidays on an on-call basis
What You'll Get:
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Holidays
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- 401K
Equal Opportunity Employer:
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us the Company’s Human Resources department.