POWER DISTRIBUTION LINES MECHANIC II 7688

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS

Under general supervision, an employee in this class performs skilled work in the installation, maintenance and repair of an electric power distribution system within a utilities district. The incumbent may work independently or in a crew depending on the complexity of the task, except that the incumbent will not work on energized lines exceeding 5000 volts except when accompanied by a higher-level mechanic. Work is subject to inspection in progress or upon completion by higher-level mechanics or other supervisory personnel. Does related work as required.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES

Participates in setting poles, stringing lines and cables and installing commercial and domestic electric service and equipment;

Installs and blocks meters; reads meters; makes minor repairs to traffic signals; changes street lights; splices cable;

Participates in the construction of new distribution lines, the repair and maintenance of existing lines and services and the installation and repair of transformers, regulators, panel boards, traffic signals, switch gear and related equipment.

FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

Working knowledge of the tools and materials used by craftsmen in the electrical and related fields; working knowledge of the codes, standards and regulations of the electric utility field; working knowledge of the theory and principles of electrical distribution systems; some knowledge of electrical circuits and schematics; skill in the use of common mechanical tools and equipment; ability to interpret simple electrical plans, blue prints and diagrams; ability to understand and follow oral and written instruction; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Graduation from a standard senior high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma, and three (3) years of experience in the construction and maintenance of overhead electrical distribution lines and facilities.

NOTES: One (1) year of technical education in the electrical field will be substituted for two (2) years of high school study.

Possession of a current Master Electrician certificate issued by the Suffolk County Department of Consumer Affairs will be substituted for two (2) years of the education and/or experience requirement.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENT

Candidates may be required to possess a valid New York State driver's license as determined by the appointing authority at the time of appointment. If required, said license must be maintained throughout employment in this position.

11/30/77

SUFFOLK COUNTY

Non-Competitive

RR 2/8/96