JOBS

The City of Naperville’s Electric Utility is currently seeking a competent and experienced Lineman to perform skilled work in installation, maintenance, testing, troubleshooting, and inspection of the electric utility system and related facilities. The Lineman – EM installs, repairs, and tests overhead high voltage electric utility lines and locates & repairs underground electric cables and also works in confined spaces and/or on or near energized equipment including but not limited to manholes, handholes, and basements.
This is a temporary role with the possibility of transition to permanent employment based on position availability and performance. Permanent employment is not guaranteed. Temporary employment is limited to a maximum of 1,000 work hours. Salary is $63.11 hourly. 
Duties:

• Uses an aerial bucket, hot stick tools, gloves and sleeves, and other equipment in installing and repairing overhead high voltage electric utility lines.

• Troubleshoots, locates, isolates, and makes repairs to overhead electric lines, underground electric cables, and other component parts of the electric utility system.
• Performs work in energized manholes or similar locations and structures.
• Installs component parts of the electric utility system including transformers, switch modules, cables, conduits, and other parts.
• May conduct/document inspections of electric utility construction projects within the jurisdiction of the City. Tests materials, workmanship, and facilities installed to maintain conformance with plans, specifications, and standards.
• May make on-site observations of electric construction work in progress.  Advises and assists contractors in the resolution of problems.
• Assists in the care of equipment and tools used in electric utility construction and maintenance work.