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More than a career - a chance to make a difference in people's lives.Build an exciting, rewarding career with us – help us make a difference for millions of people every day. Consider joining the Duke Energy team, where you'll find a friendly work environment, opportunities for growth and development, recognition for your work, and competitive pay and benefits.This is the top craft level of the Transmission Rigger hierarchy. A Transmission Rigger III will assist and safely lead lower level riggers in activities associated with heavy hauling for construction and maintenance. Incumbents are expected to have advanced technical and leadership skills and the ability to work independently and lead medium to large rigging and hauling activities. Capable of serving on committees and resolving advanced technical matters for rigging and hauling activities.Transmission Rigger III performs the following with Minimal Supervision and Increased Latitude for Un-Reviewed Work:
Demonstrate a complete understanding of company safety rules and work practices
Demonstrate a complete understanding of Human Performance Tools and requirements
Exhibits the capacity to safely lead medium to large jobs and work independent of direct leadership
Total understanding for isolation of substation equipment and grounding practices
Total understanding of the processes needed to methodically/logically organize heavy hauling work activities
Total understanding of the processes needed to operate bucket, digger derrick truck, and other aerial devices
Ability to respond to all call outs and weekend work
Total understanding for limitations, never assumes, and will STOP to seek help
Experience leading complex heavy hauling for maintenance or construction projects
Total understanding of the processes needed for the installation of portable/mobile substations/transformers or other temporary equipment
Complete understanding on how to operate heavy duty truck, tractor-trailer combination, oil tankers, or similar automotive equipment used to transport heavy equipment, such as substation transformers, structural steel, circuit breakers, regulators, large poles, and other associated equipment or devices, assist in the loading and unloading of such equipment
Drive heavy duty tractor to move portable substations from one location to another and assist in setting such substation in indicated location
Complete understanding on how to operate cranes, etc. in close proximity to energized lines and substations to place associated equipment in support of emergency response/repair/construction activities
Responsible for developing crane lifting plans for all sizes/types of material/equipment lifts
Complete understanding on how to operate different types and sizes of forklifts and cranes used for the loading, unloading, and movement of equipment and materials to meet job site requirements
Complete understanding with the height, width (over hang), length and weight of the load to be transported and select routes in accordance with traffic condition, taking particular cognizance of overhead obstruction and bridges
Complete understanding with States of North and South Carolina’s over weight, over height, and over width permit requirements and obtaining such permitting
Furnish/maintain record of transformer and equipment transported and other records memoranda, as required
Maintain work equipment and areas in a clean and orderly condition
Total understanding of substation equipment isolation and clearances and grounding practices
Superior understanding of pneumatics and hydraulics systems
Key Skills and Abilities:
Demonstrated ability to pass panel review by meeting or exceeding requirements for step progression
Demonstrated availability for after-hour work and weekend work
Advanced knowledge and skills in the handling, placement and securing heavy loads for transportation
Advanced knowledge with various system locations and the routes available with respect to the clearances and weight requirements
Must be capable of working on elevated work surfaces
Frequently and repetitively bend/stoop/squat/lift/climb
Drive for extended periods of time
Available for overnight travel
Advanced technical and professional knowledge, skills, and performance, frequently leads others
Develops positive working relationships to effectively coordinate work activities with internal and external customers
Supports the company's goals and represents the company positively and professionally
Demonstrates coaching and mentoring with crew
Provides high level of leadership and sets a positive example for others to follow
Must pass appropriate level of Duke aptitude test
Ability to lift and carry 75 lbs.
Ability to work in a diverse environment with individuals from various socio-economic and cultural backgrounds
Advanced written and oral communication skills
Demonstrated ongoing leadership skills development
Ability to pass any required background check for NERC/CIP/Nuclear compliance
Basic Requirements:
Valid CDL Class A Driver’s License
Four years or more of experience in driving heavy truck, tractor-trailer combinations or equivalent
High School diploma or equivalent and minimum 5 years of Transmission or Distribution substation maintenance or construction experience or equivalent job-related and educational experience
Specific Requirements:
This position contains a weight restriction of 275 pounds as an essential function of the job. The purpose of this restriction is to ensure that all weight rated equipment is used in an appropriate and safe manner within maximum allowed weight loading.
Must have a permanent residence approximately forty-five minutes from their base location
Desired Requirements:Software skills including word process, email, spreadsheets, etc.Crane Operator Travel Requirements50+%Relocation Assistance Provided (as applicable)NoRepresented/Union PositionNoVisa Sponsored PositionNoPosting Expiration DateSunday, September 29, 2019All job postings expire at 12:01 AM on the posting expiration date.Please note that in order to be considered for this position, you must possess all of the basic/required qualifications.We are one of the largest electric power holding companies in the United States, supplying and delivering electricity to approximately 7.4 million U.S. customers. We have approximately 52,700 megawatts of electric generating capacity in the Carolinas, the Midwest and Florida – and natural gas distribution services serving more than 1.5 million customers in Ohio, Kentucky, Tennessee and the Carolinas. Our commercial and international businesses own and operate diverse power generation assets in North America and Latin America, including a portfolio of renewable energy assets.Regardless of your skill set or specific interest, we're looking for the best and brightest talent in the industry. Our people make us great - and we're always looking for more. Find your career path today at Duke Energy, where it's more than a career - it's a chance to make a difference in people's lives.Duke Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with the laws set forth in the Department of Labor EEO Poster and Supplement.
