Summary All hourly jobs are considered as open for bid on a continuous basis. Any BPA employee on a competitive career or career-conditional appointment may, at any time, submit an application for permanent promotions, reassignments, or change of duty stations. In order to assure all interested employees are considered, candidates are solicited annually through a Continuous Vacancy Announcement - Hourly Jobs (Bid List) identifying those jobs and duty locations, for which they wish to be considered. Responsibilities As a Lineman you will: Supervisory Responsibilities Assigns Duties. Assists the Lineman Foreman III in planning and scheduling daily work assignments to insure maximum use of resources and achievement of priority work within guidelines established by the Lineman Foreman III. Maintains Discipline. Assists Lineman Foreman III in leading, influencing, and maintaining discipline of the crew. Helps to insure compliance with regulations, procedures, and working rules. Enforces Safety Rules. Assists in instructing crew in proper work and safety practices. Enforces safety regulations and safe work practices to.insure the safety of employees. May be requested to assist in investigating accidents. Reviews and Inspects Work. Responsible for completing the jobs assigned by the Lineman Foreman III properly and effectively reviewing and inspecting the work of the crew. Informs supervisor on conditions found and work performed. Responsible for Quantity and Quality of Specific Tasks. Responsible for timely, efficient, and safe work production of. all work performed. Planning and Scheduling Assists in planning and scheduling work to avoid delays, meet deadlines, and satisfy priorities. Assists in preparing and/or coordinating short-range work plans to accomplish workload, including preparation of time and material cost estimates. Administrative Reviews Employees' Performance and Recommends Personnel Actions. Assists in evaluating employees' performance and initiating actions for pay matters, training and awards; resolving employee problems; and improving employee conduct. May recommend personnel actions to Lineman Foreman III. Identifies, Plans, and Implements Training. Assists in orienting new employees to the work unit and explaining the nature and purpose of work programs. Assists in providing on-the-job training and recommends to the Lineman Foreman III, off-the-job training to improve subordinates' skills and efficiency. Reports and Records.. Assists in preparing and certifying documents relating to leave, per diem, material purchases, tools and equipment requests, and other paperwork. Reports all accidents to the Lineman Foreman III, providing a complete and accurate account with recommendations for avoiding future accidents. Assists in accounting for all tools and equipment in custody. May be required to prepare written communications such as memorandums, reports, etc. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications In order to qualify for this position, your resume must provide sufficient experience and/or education, knowledge, skills, and abilities, to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are being considered. Your resume is the key means we have for evaluating your skills, knowledge, and abilities, as they relate to this position. Therefore, we encourage you to submit a thorough resume that directly relates to this position. Applicants must meet the requirements of the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Job Qualification System for Trades and Labor Occupations (X-118C).Although a specific length of time and experience is not required for most trade and labor occupations, you must show through experience and training that you possess the quality level of knowledge and skill necessary to perform the duties of the position at the level for which you are applying. Qualification requirements emphasis is on the quality of experience, not necessarily the length of time. Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the job elements and screen out listed below. This job has a screen-out factors which will be used to determine minimum eligibility for this job. Applicants who do not receive a minimum of two points on this screen-out element(s) will be found ineligible. The screen-out element for this position is: the ability to lead or supervise work such as assisting in planning the safe performance of the following duties: construction, emergency restoration and maintenance work (including hot line maintenance) on either wood pole or steel tower lines including excavations and footings, framing and erecting towers and poles, installation dead-end and suspension insulators and hardware, stringing single or multi conductors and fiber optic cables, splicing, sagging, installation of conductor accessories and clipping conductors. Failure to meet this Screen out Element will result in an ineligible rating.In addition to the screen-out element you will be evaluated on the following Job Elements through your resume and responses to the on-line assessment questionnaire: Ability To Lead Or Supervise Ability To Use and Maintain Hand Tools (Electrical Work) Ability To Use Electrical Drawings Knowledge of Electrical Equipment Technical Practices (theoretical, precise, artistic) Theory and Instruments (Electrical, Electronic) Used in Shop and Trade Practices Trouble shooting (electrical) If your knowledge and ability in the SCREEN OUT factor above is not sufficient, you will receive no further consideration. In preparing your application, describe in detail the experience and training which you have had that specifically prepared you for this job and to perform the duties described for this job. Experience should be clearly described and documented in your resume. The qualifications reviewer will not assume performance of such duties by Job Titles alone. WORKING CONDITIONS: The Lineman works outdoors in all kinds of weather conditions; and may work for long periods in cold, wet, or icy weather, and high winds. Work is often performed on steel or wood structures at considerable heights, and on or near energized conductors or equipment. The employee often works in awkward positions, supported only by a safety belt, or a safety belt and climbers. In other instances, the Lineman may work on precipitous slopes, and rugged or brushy terrain. When repairing conductors, the Lineman may ride in a trolley on the conductor, high above the ground. The Lineman may climb to considerable heights many times a day. The employee may walk long distances over rugged terrain and work in locations inaccessible to mobile equipment. The Lineman frequently uses hand tools, such as axes and hot sticks, or power tools such as chain saws, for extended periods of time. The work environment will occasionally include high noise levels and/or exposure to hazardous substances (i.e., solvents, PCB's, chemicals, etc.) that could, if precautions are not followed, pose a health risk. Approved respiratory and safety equipment shall be worn when hazardous substances are being handled. Emergencies, critical system conditions, or outage limitations may require that work be done at night and/or under time restraints. System priorities may require extended periods of overtime including working weekends. When assigned to a live-line bare hand crew the Lineman may be in continuous travel status. "Experience" refers to paid and unpaid experience. Examples of qualifying unpaid experience may include: volunteer work done through National Service programs (such as Peace Corps and AmeriCorps); as well as work for other community-based philanthropic and social organizations. Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills; and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. You must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date of this announcement. Education There is no substitution of education for experience for Federal Wage Grade (WG) positions. Additional Information The U.S. Department of Energy fosters a diverse and inclusive workplace and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. More than one selection may be made from this vacancy announcement. Many positions require successful completion of a background investigation. EEO Policy: http://www.usajobs.gov/eeo Reasonable Accommodation Policy: http://www.usajobs.gov/raps BPA strives to ensure a safe, positive, inclusive work environment, supported by Leadership Behaviors. For more information on Leadership Behaviors visit: www.bpa.gov/goto/LeadershipBehaviors Hiring incentives may be authorized for a highly qualified candidate based on budget availability and in accordance with federal regulations.