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We are currently looking for a Lead Line Technician for our Gainesville, Virginia location. This position will plan, coordinate, and direct line crew to construct, operate, and maintain NOVEC's transmission and distribution system. This position will also ensure reliable and economical electrical service, efficient service restoration, and the highest level of customer satisfaction in accordance with safety standards, regulatory compliance, and NOVEC policies and procedures.

Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities will include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Assist the Construction Supervisor with performing labor resource administration within the department to provide required crew staffing, training, development and motivation; work assignments; performance management; goals and objectives; compliance with policies and procedures; and adherence to NOVEC safety rules, VOSHA and any other local, state or federal regulations.
• Direct assigned crew and help perform the construction, troubleshooting, repair, maintenance, and service restoration of energized and de-energized overhead and underground transmission and distribution facilities to ensure compliance with plans, specifications, work and job orders, regulations, applicable codes, and NOVEC standards.
• Assist with planning, organizing and documenting crew activities to ensure proper, effective and efficient use of available resources; use and review Work Management reports, labor estimates and material requirements to properly and effectively assign crews, requisition materials and equipment, and safely complete scheduled and unscheduled customer commitments and work assignments.
• Review and analyze time sheets for reporting accuracy of construction units, time, and/or equipment of assigned crew; and assist in developing and maintaining associated labor, capital, and expense budgets.
• Coordinate with Construction Supervisor and System Operations Department to develop and execute planned switching orders and advise when changes are required.
• Review construction activities for effectiveness and compliance with NOVEC construction standards and assist with advising of and developing changes in design specifications, work processing systems, policies, and procedures.
• Ability to effectively communicate with customers in the field and address their inquiries and/or concerns.
  

Education and Experience:

High School Diploma or GED is required. Successful completion of a certified Line Technician training program is required. A minimum of five (5) years of experience as a Line Technician is required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

• Ability to read, interpret, and relate plans, technical drawings, specifications and system maps of electrical distribution and transmission systems.
• Possess and apply strong working knowledge of assigned construction equipment, tools and meter use.
• Apply ability to climb poles and/or structures on a daily basis using approved procedures and safety measures.
• Ability to operate backhoes, digger derricks, other equipment and large construction vehicles.
• Communicate effectively and professionally with all levels of staff and the general public.
• Apply analytical methodology to problem solving and decision making while relating technical concepts to practical applications.
• Apply working knowledge of and ability to operate personal computer and related software systems including but not limited to Microsoft Office, WMIS, Lawson and system map software.
  

If you're ready to take the next step towards advancing your career, apply today! NOVEC is an equal opportunity employer and participates in E-Verify. We do not provide sponsorship for this position.