Lineworker 1/C

• Perform all duties of a Lineworker 1/C and/or Single Person Worker duties.
• Maybe required to handle substances considered hazardous.
• Follow all National Grid environmental policies.
• Occasionally direct and train overhead line crew personnel.
• Maintain various records and procure all stock as needed.
• Install and remove common meters on single- phase services as required.
• Contribute to crew productivity, safety, and knowledge of the job.
• Be capable to act as Field Control Authority and assume responsibility for Red Tags.

* Be proficient as a Lineworker 1/C as demonstrated by proficiency, testing and past performance appraisals.

* Must have high school diploma or equivalent.

* Be thoroughly familiar with all Safety Standards.

* Retain appropriate qualifications on the National Grid Switching and Tagging list.

* Be thoroughly familiar with all Construction, Operating, and Maintenance Standards, and Safety Standards and Procedures.

* Be proficient with the use of electronic devices and maintain various records, reports, and forms regarding payroll, materials used, and condition of plant, tools, and equipment.

* Demonstrate the ability to properly operate vehicles, tools, and equipment assigned to the department.

* Furnish an acceptable means of off-hour contact by telephone.

* Retain a valid motor vehicle operator's license, which does not restrict driving as to type of transmission or hours of operation.

* Must maintain a DOT health certificate and a System hoisting certificate.

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements:

* Exposure to inclement weather and temperature extremes.

* May be required to work a reasonable amount of planned and emergency overtime making available to supervisor an acceptable means of off-hour contact by telephone.

* Employees hired into this position will follow under the guidelines of the 8-year agreement.