Combination Mechanic Journey or Apprentice
Core
Install, maintain, and restore electric and gas infrastructure for small towns, communities, and rural areas, including pole climbing, line work, and gas metering.
Role type
Journey or Apprentice Combination Mechanic (Electric/Gas)
Builds
Electric and gas distribution networks for residential and commercial customers
Domain
Utilities (Electricity and Natural Gas)
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Pole climbing, operating construction equipment (basket trucks, backhoes), installing conductors and underground cable, gas leak detection, meter installation, working on energized lines, CPR/First Aid certification, valid Commercial Driver's License
Preferred skills
Line Mechanic Apprenticeship completion, Line Mechanic Examination passage
Technologies
Hydraulic/air tools, gas leak detectors, basket trucks, digger trucks, trenchers, backhoes
Responsibilities
Install, tension, tie in, and remove conductors; frame and climb poles and towers; restore service after outages; operate construction equipment; detect gas leaks; set and read gas meters; work on energized lines; respond to emergency callouts; perform daily equipment inspections.
Seniority
Apprentice or Journey level