PPL Corporation

Line Technician A, B, or C

LocationShelbyville, KY
Job TypePart-time, Full-time

About This Job

Company Summary Statement : Louisville Gas and Electric Company and Kentucky Utilities Company, part of the PPL Corporation (NYSE: PPL) family of companies, are regulated utilities that serve more than 1.3 million customers and have consistently ranked among the best companies for customer service in the United States. LG&E serves 334,000 natural gas and 433,000 electric customers in Louisville and 16 surrounding counties. KU serves 569,000 customers in 77 Kentucky counties and five counties in Virginia. LG&E and KU are major employers and active supporters of the communities they serve. They empower employees, community members and initiatives across their service territory through volunteerism and investments in organizations that support education, sustainability and wellbeing. Overview:

To assist the construction and service crews in providing adequate service to all our customers.


Responsibilities:


Major Accountabilities

Use of standards to perform maintenance and general construction in overhead and underground work.
Must be proficient in climbing and handling self on a utility pole.
Basic knowledge in installing conductors in overhead and underground environments
Familiar with proper grounding procedures for overhead and underground circuits
Proficient in the use of bucket and derrick trucks and safety procedures associated with their use
Demonstrated knowledge and application of company safety rules and safe work procedures.
Proper use and care of equipment, tools and rope
Know lines and equipment and patrol when necessary
Know proper care of live line tools, handling, and storing protective equipment


Qualifications:

Recommended Education/Experience

High School diploma or equivalent. Minimum six months experience with line construction and maintenance. Formal line technician training preferred.


Special Qualifications

Must have good mathematical, literacy and communications skills

Must be willing to respond to storm trouble and other emergencies after hours.
Must live within 25 miles of report location or be willing to relocate.
Must have a valid driver’s license and certifiable under the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations. Must qualify within a reasonable period of time for a Class A Commercial Drivers License. with the following endorsement: air brakes
Must be successfully recommended from EEI test

Attendance

Regular attendance is essential for satisfactory performance in this position.


Work Conditions

Must like outdoor work and handle exposure to elements (hot, cold, rain, snow, etc.)

Frequent overtime and/or overnight travel.
Exposure to high voltage equipment


Physical Effort

Must have good vision and hearing
Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs and frequently stoop, bend, push, pull, etc.
Must have good manual dexterity and be able to use hand and power tools

Job Hazards Or Danger

Exposure to traffic and limited exposure to high voltage equipment with very high current potential.


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