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Job Title: Department Helper Shift: As Assigned

Employment Status: Full Time - Hourly Regular Hours/Week: 40 hours

Required Driver’s License: Operators

General Statement of Duties: To perform various tasks involved in the operation of the Electric

Production and Distribution Department, Water Production and Distribution Department, Cable

Television Department and Office Department.

Supervision Received: Work is performed under the supervision of an employee of higher grade as

designated by the Department Supervisor.

Supervision Exercised: Supervision may be exercised over other Department Helpers as directed. In

addition, the employee may be required at times to organize their own work.

Essential Job Functions: An employee in this classification may be called upon to perform any or all of

the duties as defined in the Water Department Meter Tester & Repairman Classification, the Filter Plant

Department Helper Classification, The Lamp Wash Driver Classification, Meter Reader #2 Classification,

Line Truck Driver Classification, Equipment Operator Classification, Electric & Water Labor

Classifications, Assistant Storekeeper Classification, #4 Power plant Operator Classification, and to assist

when assigned to CATV and Power Plant functions as directed and as follows:

Perform various tasks involved in the disassembly, repair, assembly, adjustment and testing of water

meters. Make minor repairs, test or change water meters and install remote water meters on consumer's

premises. Assist in other water distribution service and repair activities via digging, general labor tasks,

and equipment operating. Report the need for new meters and parts used in making meter repairs to

supervisor. Operate meter testing equipment and small hand tools as required. Clean and paint meters.

Maintain records of tests, materials expended, and labor charged to each repair operation and other

records and reports. Assist in Electric distribution repair and service activities via digging, general labor

tasks, and equipment operating. Operate, inspect and maintain a one man 40 foot aerial boom and bucket

truck. Maintain equipment gas, oil and lubrication needs. Replace and repair broken or burned out street

light bulbs, street light globes, shades, reflectors, photo eyes and associated minor parts and maintain

group replacement & maintenance schedules. Switch keyed light circuits on and off to check systems

when necessary. Receive, unpack, check, store, issue and account for incoming and outgoing materials

and supplies in accordance with accepted and DMS procedures. Maintain inventory, receiving slips, file

requisitions, credit slips, prepare labels, tags and other records and keep stock in order. Make physical

Inventory of parts and equipment. Pack and ship material. Answer telephones. Ability to read meters

accurately and detect probable errors in readings, wrong meters numbers, incorrect addresses and other

information to assure proper billing of accounts. Perform janitorial functions. Improve knowledge in this

field in order to qualify for future advancement. (Water Department Group 3, Department Helpers must

Possess and maintain a minimum, an S-4 Water Distribution Certification from the State of Michigan

DEQ as required by Article XIX, Section 2 of the Agreement to temporarily upgrade or permanently bid

to higher Water distribution positions). 

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Assist in the operation of power units and auxiliary equipment in a Steam Electric Power Plant.

Assist in turbine and boiler operation as required. Report any unusual changes in operating

conditions to the superior in charge. Clean plant floors, equipment, facilities; maintain a standard

cleaning routine. Check and Grease stokers and perform other lubrication as assigned. Perform

minor mechanical maintenance work in case of emergencies. Perform related work as assigned

by higher grade operators. Train new Department Helpers to perform this job classification. In

addition, the employee shall be able to react to new assignments positively and handle and

perform related tasks as they arise.

Required Knowledge, Skill and Abilities: The successful candidate shall have: Reasonable knowledge

and skill in regards to tools, equipment, materials, procedures, methods and practices required in an

Electric, Water and CATV system. Good mechanical aptitude. Must have the ability to prepare accurate

records and reports, the ability to reason clearly and react efficiently during emergencies, the ability to

comprehend and fully understand instructions and communicate and write effectively in English. The

employee must be in good physical condition, and possess sufficient strength required to perform heavy

duty manual tasks as listed under the "Physical Demands of Position Section". Be able to maintain a

positive attitude, and communicate and work safely and effectively with other people and employees.

Minimum Qualifications: To be considered as a possible candidate for this position, the candidate

should have the equivalent training and experience: Reasonable knowledge of the equipment, methods

and practices used in the utility industry. Experience in mechanical maintenance work, driving vehicles is

required. Possess good mechanical aptitude and skill in handling tools. Graduation from an accredited

High School or equivalent with one year of High School Algebra is required. The candidate must also

meet the requirements listed under the "Safety Precautions" and "Physical Demands of Position" sections.

The successful applicant bidding into this classification will be given 30 working days, pursuant to

Article XI, Section 4 of the Agreement, to demonstrate his/her stated qualifications and ability to fill the

position. New employees shall be required to complete a six (6) month probationary period before being

place on the Commission's Seniority list. Successful completion of the probationary period will be

determined by the Department Head using skill, accuracy in the performance of duties, educational

development and basic knowledge of the utility and associated trades as the basic factors.

Equipment Used: The employee in this classification shall be required to properly use miscellaneous

hand tools, such as saws, screw drivers, wrenches, drills, etc., also power tools such as jackhammers,

winches, power saws, lawn mowers, etc., in addition drive large dump trucks, trucks pulling trailers, etc.

and other utility related equipment and safety devices such as confined space equipment, shoring

equipment and traffic barricades.

Safety Precautions: The successful candidate must be able to wear protective equipment such as a hard

hat, safety glasses, goggles, gloves, and personnel protective apparel as required for handling chemicals

and other equipment as may be required and provided. The employee must be able to become certified to

wear a respirator and wear SCBA equipment, and be able to comply with all applicable MIOSHA/OSHA

safety policies and procedures associated with the industry and actively participate in the DMS safety

program.

Physical Demands of the Position: The successful candidate must be able to: Work indoors and

outdoors and in all types of industrial environments with controlled and elevated temperatures and noise.

Be mentally alert, have acute senses, have initiative and good judgment and the ability to speak (such as

communicating in confined spaces).

Meet the heavy demands required in the handling of heavy loads such as 2” meters, lifting of 90 pound

jackhammers, and concrete bags weighing 100 pounds. Move and install large meters, such as 8 inch 

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meters which can weigh 460 pounds or ductile iron pipe which weighs 1100 pounds per length using

mechanical aids such as slings or block and tackle. The Applicant is required to work in confined spaces

such as meter pits, gate wells, crawl spaces (under houses) and manholes. This requires working in small

spaces or extensive crawling, stooping, crouching and bending over to do various job tasks and wearing

respiratory protective gear. Be able to stand approximately 10% of the time, walk 75% of the time and sit

15% of the time. Be able to stand and walk approximately 95% of the time, and sit 5% of the time when

reading meters. Be able to climb ladders and work from high platform elevations. Be able to speak, hear,

and see (color vision not required).

Rate: See Article XXVI, Exhibit A of the Agreement.

General Statement of Duties: Performs responsible professional engineering work of

administrative nature; does related work as required.

Distinguishing Features of the Class: The work in this class involves supervision of the

engineering staff in planning and designing streets, storm and sanitary sewer facilities and other public works construction, and directing, supervising and inspecting the work of survey parties and construction crews. Assignments are usually broad in scope and require considerable

judgment, initiative and professional knowledge and involve responsibility for making technical

decisions on engineering problems. General supervision is received from the City Engineer

through consultations, review of reports and evaluation of work accomplishments. 

The Assistant City Engineer shall act as the City Engineer in his absence.

Examples of Work: 

(Illustrative Only)

• Directs professional, sub professional and other employees in the investigation, development,

design and construction of a variety of public works projects;

• Gives professional engineering advise and confers with department heads and private

contractors;

• Serves as City Engineer in his absence;

• Acts as project engineer in developing plans for municipal improvements;

• Supervises construction of street improvements;

• Reviews and approves plans and specifications for construction contracts;

• Confers with, advises and supervises inspectors of construction projects;

• Handles complaints from citizens;

• Supervises and prepares reports;

• Resolves departmental problems;

• Checks proposed buildings for structural soundness;

• Assists the Building Inspector in interpreting the Zoning Ordinance and Building Code and

receives and processes applications for Certificate of Occupancy;

• Supervises the issuing of permits and assists with problems that arise;

• Writes specifications and orders equipment for and coordinates and supervises the

installation and/or repair of public facilities including City Hall maintenance;

• Writes and checks specifications for new equipment;

• Attends meetings and conferences as required;

• Oversees upon sale/rental inspections;

• Performs surveys for road and sewer projects;

• Provides interpretation and direction to the public regarding City Codes and Ordinances;

• Enforces and performs inspections for Building Codes, Zoning Ordinance and Property

Maintenance Code.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of civil engineering as related to the preparation of plans and specifications for a wide variety of public works projects; thorough knowledge of land and engineering survey systems, methods

and techniques; thorough knowledge of construction materials and of approved standards of safety as related to structural designs and specifications; ability to instruct subordinate

engineering personnel in proper work methods and standards in design and construction of a

variety of public works projects; good physical condition.

Requirements:

• Bachelors Degree in related field required

• Professional Engineer certification required

• Registered as a Building Official, Plan Reviewer, and Building Inspector with the Michigan

Department of Labor or ability to become registered.

General Statement of Duties: Under general supervision, to perform a variety of more complex

automotive equipment repair tasks, such as inspecting, repairing and rebuilding equipment

including cars, trucks, tractors and other power-driven equipment; and to perform related work

as required.

Supervision Received: Work is performed under the general supervision of a DPS supervisor.

Certification of Mechanics: Employees shall be or become certified within six (6) months of hire

date in the following automobile and light truck repair for vehicles under 10,000 pounds G.V.W.

categories: #2 (Engine Tune-Up/Performance); #4 (Brakes & Braking Systems), and #8 (Heating

& Air Conditioning). A list of certification categories is set forth in Article 14 of the Collective

Bargaining Agreement between the City of Wyandotte and AFSCME Local #894.

Examples of Work: An employee in this class may be called upon to do any or all of the

following: (These examples do not include all of the tasks which the employee may be expected

to perform).

• Perform the more difficult and complex repair work involving heavy automotive and other

equipment such as cranes, tractors, graders, sweepers and trucks.

• Adjust, repair and replace parts in engines, transmissions, differentials and other equipment.

• Inspect equipment, analyze trouble and plan sequence of repair operations.

• Perform bumping, painting, heating, drilling, bolting, welding, brazing, soldering or cutting

operations.

• Make repairs to the electrical systems of automotive and power driven equipment.

• Inspect bodies and replace body units and fixtures.

• Reline and adjust brakes and make repairs to hydraulic systems.

• Perform motor tune-ups on all types of automotive equipment.

• Perform welding operations.

• Perform front end alignment, balance wheels, repair tires and replace shock absorbers.

• Operate a variety of power operated and hand tools and equipment used in automotive repair

and maintenance work.

• Prepare records and reports.

• Perform related work as required.

• Work as an Operator or Laborer when needed.

Desirable Qualifications for Employment: Considerable knowledge of the standard practices,

methods, tools and equipment used in maintaining, repairing and rebuilding a variety of

automotive and power-driven equipment. Considerable knowledge of internal combustion

engines, automotive electricity, transmissions, differentials, brakes, carburetors and other

components of automotive equipment. Reasonable knowledge of welding and cutting

techniques. Skill in the operation of a variety of tools and equipment used in automotive repair

and maintenance activities. Ability to analyze and repair mechanical failures in heavy

automotive and other equipment. Mechanical aptitude. Familiarity of computers and ability to

utilize a computer to analyze mechanical failures. Physical agility. Ability to work effectively

with others.

Acceptable Experience and Training: 

An employee in this class, upon appointment, should have the equivalent of the following training and experience:

• Graduation from an accredited High School, including or supplemented by, technical

training in general shop and auto repair work.

• Several years responsible experience in repairing and overhauling a variety of heavy and

other automotive and power-driven equipment.

The City of Wyandotte, an outstanding and historical Downriver Community, is looking for a

qualified individual to join the City’s Department of Engineering and Building. The goal of the

Department is to maintain and improve the City of Wyandotte through enforcement of building

codes and ordinances, and a wide variety of municipal and civil engineering projects and

experiences. Join a stable, professional, energetic and dedicated staff that has demonstrated the

ability to work together to continue to make Wyandotte a great place to work and live.

General Statement of Duties: Perform plan review and inspection services to maintain health and safety through enforcement of applicable codes and ordinances, and assist in the improvement and maintenance of public buildings.

Distinguishing Features of the Class: The Building Inspector is responsible for ensuring that

plans, specifications, and buildings in the process of construction, meet all code and ordinance

requirements through plan review and site inspections. An employee in this class must regularly exercise technical judgment and discretion based on familiarity with various ordinances and code regulations for which they are responsible for enforcing. Work is supervised by the City Engineer through conferences and review of reports.

Examples of Work: (Illustrative Only)

• Review plans for buildings for compliance with codes and ordinances, coordinate plan reviews

with other disciplines prior to issuance of permits, and approve the issuing of building permits;

• Perform field inspections during residential and commercial construction: sewer taps, footings,

backfill, framing, brick flashing, insulation, concrete formwork, site grading, and final

acceptance for compliance with applicable codes and ordinances;

• Review and approve blueprints and site plans of commercial buildings for egress requirements,

barrier free compliance, fire separation, penetrations, and parking requirements. Work closely

with the Fire Chief;

• Receive and process applications for Certificate of Occupancy for the use of buildings and/or

use of land and review for compliance with the requirements of the Wyandotte Zoning

Ordinance;

• Advise builders and homeowners how to mitigate building and housing concerns;

• Perform rental and upon sale inspections;

• Compose inspection reports, document violations, and maintain records utilizing City’s

computer operating system, BS&A;

• Manage capital improvement projects including design, bidding oversight, and contractor

management for public building maintenance and improvement; 

• Oversee Community Development Block Grant Housing Rehabilitation projects, including

identifying qualifying repairs, verifying income restrictions, preparing work orders and

specifications, soliciting quotes, supervising repairs, review and approval of contractor invoices

and completing all documentation required.

• Advise developers on zoning and building regulations regarding proposed new projects.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Familiarity with building construction materials and practices; ability to detect structural and

other faults and to recommend their correction; experience with enforcing building codes and

zoning ordinances; ability to read and interpret plans, specifications and blueprints accurately

and to compare them with construction in process; ability to maintain effective working

relationships with building owners and contractors, often in difficult work situations; good

judgment; good physical condition.

Acceptable Experience and Training:

Experience in building construction work as a journeyman or master level craftsman, completion

of a standard high school or vocational school course supplemented by additional courses in civil

engineering or building code enforcement; or any equivalent combination of experience and

training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.

Requirements:

• Registered as Building Inspector/Plan Reviewer with the State of Michigan or ability to

become registered within six (6) months.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word and Excel).

Additional Considerations:

• Builders License (Michigan).

• Civil Engineering Degree.

• Architectural Degree.

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General Statement of Duties: Under supervision, to be responsible for the safe and efficient operation of assigned trucks/equipment, as qualified, some heavy and special automotive and power driven equipment; to perform a variety of public works activities; responsible public works construction and maintenance work; variety of cleaning, building and grounds maintenance; perform other related activities which may entail difficult, strenuous physical labor, and perform all other related work as required.

Supervision Received: Work is performed under the direction of a DPS supervisor.

Required Certifications: Current CDL Class "B"

Examples of Work: An employee in this class may be called upon to do any or all of the following: (These examples do not include all of the tasks which the employee may be expected to perform).

0 Operate a truck in picking up and hauling rubbish, brush, concrete, sand, salt, snow, tools or other aggregates/materials and equipment.

@ Haul and spread stone on unpaved streets and alleys.

® Pick up and dispose of special debris as required.

@ Operate tractor mower and/or Zero Tum Mower in cutting weeds and grass.

® Perform manual labor, load and unload trucks and assist in various public works repair and maintenance activities.

@ Manipulate controls to operate equipment in a safe and efficient manner. e Change various attachments on equipment and make field adjustments.

@ Pour and finish concrete, repair sidewalks and curbs.

o Servicing and making minor repairs and adjustments to automotive or other equipment, which includes lubricate, fuel and cleaning equipment/vehicles.

@ Drive and/or operate, snow plow, trucks, pumps, compressors and other power-driven equipment and tools.

@ Assist in snow removal operations.

® Rod, flush, clean and repair sanitary and storm sewer mains. Lay brick in repairing manholes, catch basins and other masonry structures.

@ Operate trucks, pumps, air compressors, pneumatic tools, power saws, roding machines, tractors, lawn mower, cement grinder, power-driven grinder for brush, street sweeper, concrete saw, stump grinder, and other power-driven equipment and tools including maintenance of same.

® Perform trimming, planting, pruning of trees and shrubs.

e Maintaining public buildings and grounds, including painting, minor plumbing, minor electrical, and other minor repairs.

 @ Install, repair, make and replace traffic, street and other signs.

s Remove paint from signs and prepare surfaces to be painted.

0 Operate paint spraying and street line painting equipment.

0 Perform any of a variety of tasks involving physical strength and agility, such as breaking, concrete and moving earth, digging holes and trenches, clean catch basins and related work.

® Perform street patching and repair work.

@ Pick up rubbish, brush, special debris, garbage and other refuse as required.

e Cut grass and weeds, plant and care of landscaping and grounds maintenance.

C} Setting up and cleaning Special Events and other public events.

e Assist in flooding and maintaining ice skating facilities. e Dust, sweep, mop, wax and polish furniture and floors. @ Move records, furniture and equipment, as required.

e Perform a variety of maintenance tasks requiring familiarity with carpentry construction, minor electrical, minor plumbing and minor mechanical repair.

c:, Shovel, sweep or snow blow sidewalks to keep them free of ice and snow.

@ May operate and make minor adjustments to heating and ventilating equipment.

0 Assist with traffic control to include set-up and tear down of all required traffic control devices; ie. Barrels, grabber cones, flasher and flagger duties.

Desirable Qualifications for Employment:

0 Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.

® Considerable knowledge and ability of maintenance requirements of various types of heavy and special automotive and power-driven equipment including lubrication and any preventative maintenance activities.

® Considerable knowledge of traffic laws and ordinances and practices, involved in public vehicle operation.

0 Familiarity with the streets and principal locations in the City.

© Ability to operate automotive and power-driven equipment skillfully, safely and in accordance with all rules and regulations.

0 Mechanical aptitude.

® Considerable knowledge of work methods, practiced and procedures involved in public works construction, maintenance and repair activities.

@ Ability to perform heavy manual labor under all types of weather and other conditions.

@ Considerable knowledge of and ability to perform minor maintenance tasks, including electrical, carpentry, plumbing and painting work.

@ Good physical condition, stamina, agility and work effectively at considerable heights.

@ Excellent communication skills and the ability to establish and maintain satisfactory working relationships with the public, other employees and supervisory staff.

@ Interest in graphic arts and experience with related computer and printing applications.

 OPERATOR#S

Operate plow

OPERATOR#l

year seniority, same as Operator #S, sign truck

OPERATOR#2

years seniority, same as Operator #1, including Chipper truck

OPERATOR#3

years seniority, same as Operator #2, including Backhoe

OPERATOR#4

years seniority, same as Operator #3, including Sweeper

OPERATOR#5

years seniority, same as Operator #4, including Roller

OPERATOR#6

years seniority, same as Operator #5, including Loader

OPERATOR#7

years seniority, same as Operator #6, including, obtaining a Tanker Endorsement for Vactor truck

OPERA'fOR#8

years seniority, same as Operator #7, including Roll-Off truck

OPERATOR#9

years seniority, operate same as Operator #8, including High Ranger

OPERATOR #10

years seniority, operate same as Operator #9, including obtaining a Class A endorsement for Semi truck

arily Off-Hours)

General Statement of Duties: Receive 911/non-emergency calls for the cities of

Wyandotte, Lincoln Park, Allen Park, and Southgate. Dispatch and communicate calls

to the proper discipline, e.g. police, fire, EMS. Monitor radio transmissions and LEIN

messages. Perform LEIN and RMS checks upon request of police officers.

Responsibilities include:

• Effectively manage each call per established policies & procedures

• Gather critical information and relay that information to responding emergency

units

• Provide EMD (pre-arrival instructions) to persons in need of immediate life-saving

intervention when necessary

• Maintain the highest level of confidentiality and professionalism

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Excellent communication skills; the ability

to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and the

public; be proficient with a computer; possess competent keyboarding (typing) skills.

Basic Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED

• Minimum 18 years of age

• No Felony Convictions

• Good Moral Character

• Ability and Willingness to work Midnights, Weekends, and Holidays

The City of Wyandotte is accepting applications for Department of Public Services Part-Time

Seasonal Laborer. 

The rate of pay will be $11.00 per hour. 

Working hours will be Monday thru

Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., with a maximum of thirty (30) hours per week.

If you are interested in applying, applications are available at the City’s website www.wyandotte.net. Please complete the application and return it to Anne Goudy, Human

Resources, at Wyandotte City Hall, 3200 Biddle Avenue, Wyandotte, Michigan from 8:00 a.m.

to 5:00 p.m. Monday thru Friday.

If you have any questions please contact Anne Goudy, Human Resources, at 734-324-4543, or

by email at cityjobs@wyandottemi.gov, or Jon Allen, Superintendent Department of Public

Service, at 734-324-4585, or by email at jallen@wyandottemi.gov.

Supervision: Employee will be under the direction of a DPS Supervisor General Statement of Duties: Employees in this class work under close supervision of a department head to be knowledgeable about the facets of work which may include simple manual labor, operation of certain equipment and perform related duties.

Examples of Duties Which May Be Performed:

Gardening with the use of hand equipment.

Watering of grass and trees.

Cutting grass with the use of hand mowers.

Cleaning and maintenance of DPS garage.

Pickup of litter in public areas.

Painting of fences, buildings, etc.

Maintenance of public facilities in parks.

Assist, in a training capacity, in street patching, such as raking and shoveling concrete or asphalt

cold patch, use of air hose, removal of cement and use of jackhammer.

Assist, in a training capacity, in minor building repair work.

Assist, in a training capacity, in the maintenance and installation of traffic and street signs.

Manual Laborers may be asked to operate/drive the following stated equipment: Dump trucks,

tractors, cars, vans, pick-up and sign trucks. NOTE: Other equipment may be included if agreed

upon by the Supervisor and employee.

Qualifications:

Physical condition adequate to perform work.

Ability to follow simple oral and written instructions.

Valid drivers license.

Department: Electric Operations 

Job Title: Journeyman Lineman Shift: Days

Employment Status: Full Time - Hourly Regular 

Hours/Week: 40 hours

Required Driver’s License: CDL - A

General Statement of Duties: The successful candidate (he/she) shall perform a variety of tasks

related to the construction, repair, inspection, installation and maintenance of Electric

Transmission and Distribution Systems and other related work as required.

Supervision Received: Work is performed under the general supervision of a Line Crew Leader

or foreman.

Supervision Exercised: Light supervision is exercised over others as may be assigned.

Essential Job Functions: The employee shall able to repair, construct, maintain, install and

inspect High voltage Electric Transmission and Distribution Systems. Perform all work using

the necessary safety precautions required when working on high voltage lines. Possess

reasonable knowledge and skill to perform physically demanding tasks such as assembling,

lifting and installing crossarm assemblies and other materials associated to the trade. Possess the Required skills necessary to use line related heavy equipment, work with various hand and

power tools. In addition, the employee shall be able to react to new assignments positively and

handle tasks as they arise.

Required Knowledge, Skill and Abilities: 

The successful candidate must : An Employee in this job title shall be any mechanic having four (4) or more years’ experience in the trade indicated by

his classification and possessing the required knowledge, skill, ability and certification to enable

him to satisfactorily perform the work required in a high voltage electric utility system. Have a

High School Education with good math skills, the ability to comprehend electrical theory and

communicate effectively in writing. Possess physical agility and ability as a climber. Possess

good mechanical and electrical aptitude and the ability to fully understand instructions. Possess

good hand eye coordination, be in good physical condition, possess sufficient strength, endurance

and agility required to perform heavy manual tasks under varying weather conditions as listed

under the "Physical Demands of Position Section". Be able to maintain a positive attitude, and

communicate and work safely and effectively with other people. Possess reasonable knowledge

of the necessary safety precautions to be taken in working on high voltage lines. Possess

reasonable knowledge and skill to perform physically demanding tasks such as assembling,

lifting and installing crossarm assemblies and other materials associated to the trade. Possess the required skills necessary to use line related heavy equipment, work with various hand and power tools. 

Minimum Qualifications: To be considered as a possible candidate for this position, an

employee must meet the requirements listed under the "Required Knowledge, Skills and Ability",

"Safety Precautions" and "Physical Demands of Position" sections. In addition, he/she must be

able to pass a linemen physical examination. Promotability will be determined by skill, accuracy

in the performance of duties, development of electrical theory, and basic knowledge of the trade.

Equipment Used: The employee in this classification shall be required to learn to use and

properly operate a Digger Derrick line truck with trailer, 55' bucket truck and various other line

related vehicles. The employee shall use and wear safety equipment such as a hard hat, safety

glasses, goggles, high voltage rubber gloves and sleeves, etc. The employee shall be required to

learn to use and properly operate hydraulic jacks, tamps, presses, gas drills, saws, pumps, screw

drivers’ wrenches, hammers, levers, ropes, slings block and tackle, various line related materials,

connectors and devices.

Safety Precautions: The successful candidate must become CPR and first aid certified, wear

protective equipment, and be able to comply to all applicable MIOSHA/OSHA safety policies

and procedures associated with the industry.

Physical Demands of the Position: The successful candidate must: be able to work outdoors under extreme and varying weather conditions and in an indoor industrial environment. Be mentally alert, have acute senses, be creative, have good math abilities, have good judgment, speaking ability, and initiative. Be able to meet heavy physical demands requiring 90 pounds lifting, 90 pounds carrying, and 90 pounds pulling. Be able to stand 45% of the time, walk 45% of the time and sit 10% of the time. Be able to perform the required climbing, working from high

elevations, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling and extremes in reaching. Be able to speak,

hear, see (color vision not required), have good depth perception and have dexterous hands.

Rate: See Article XXVI Exhibit A Electric distribution Department Group 1 for current rates.