Job Description

PSEG is one of the country’s largest energy companies, with a vision of powering a future where people use less energy, and it’s cleaner, safer and delivered more reliably than ever. We’re also deeply connected to the communities we serve, with more than 13,000 employees working together to support our customers and make a difference every day. Here, you’ll have the stability and exciting opportunities that come with being a Fortune 500 company — along with a supportive, friendly work environment where your contributions are valued. We know life isn’t one-size‑fits‑all, and neither is work. That’s why we offer flexible work options depending on the role. Roles have been categorized into one of three work location categories: 1. Onsite – roles where employees are expected to be onsite daily. 2. Hybrid fixed – roles that are a mix of remote work and onsite work fixed days each week. 3. Hybrid flexible – roles that are a mix of remote work and onsite work, but the onsite requirements have greater flexibility (i.e. 5‑8 days a month vs. set days each week). If you’re regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week, you will have access to a wide range of comprehensive benefits from day one, designed to support your total well‑being: medical, dental, vision, parental leave and family leave programs, behavioral health programs, 401(k) with company match, life insurance, tuition reimbursement, and generous paid time off. PSEG is not offering visa sponsorship for this position. Job Summary As the employee becomes qualified through acquired experience and training, performs the work required in the construction, operation, maintenance, and removal of transmission and distribution lines on wood poles, including work on iron poles, isolated towers and mats or vaults, which may be energized but not above 13‑kV primary distribution voltage. Check general operation of assigned vehicle and associated equipment. Job Responsibilities After satisfactory completion of the Apprentice Line School, performs work on de‑energized lines and assists Linemen/Line women on energized secondary lines. After satisfactory completion of Hot Secondary Line School, performs work on lines energized at secondary level voltages. After satisfactory completion of 4‑kV and 13‑kV Line School, performs work on lines energized at primary level voltages as Primary Assist. Install, remove and maintain poles, crossarms, guy wires, and line hardware. Install, sag, remove and maintain line conductors including splicing, tapping, and the making of dead ends; install, remove and maintain messengers; install and remove aerial cables and cable laterals on poles. Install, remove, and change transformers with associated devices and equipment including pole top wiring. Install, remove, maintain in field, and operate line sectionalizing switches or cutouts; install, remove, operate, inspect, and make minor repairs to boosters, capacitors, and other special pole mounted equipment. Install, remove and maintain street lighting and accessory equipment including pole top wiring. Install and remove protective equipment, including temporary protective grounds on conductors. Make complete inspections of construction performing such work as tighten hardware, tie in conductors, and change insulators and pins. Make voltage and load tests on energized distribution circuits or equipment. Locate faults on 13, 26 and 69kV transmission and on distribution circuits, including associated equipment. Under the supervision of an engineer or supervisor, make special tests on distribution equipment and phase‑out or parallel distribution circuits and equipment. Perform any work required on isolated towers, install, remove and maintain distribution, 13, 26 and 69kV conductors and accessories on tower lines. Perform other similar or less skilled work of the occupational group. Prepare poles for, install, and remove transformers with associated devices and equipment including pole‑top wiring; make load tests on the secondary side of distribution transformers. Install ground wires and ground wire molding. Assist fully qualified Lineman/Line woman, for training purposes. Recondition and salvage material and equipment related to this work. Perform other similar or less skilled work of the occupational group. Job Qualifications Must have a High School Diploma or GED. Be able to perform maintenance and repair work safely and without causing interruption to service. Have the ability to acquire a good practical knowledge of the purpose and functioning of the overhead transmission and distribution system, and the electrical apparatus used in connection therewith; and a general knowledge of the layout of transmission and distribution circuits in the area in which he/she works. Have the ability to become familiar with the procedure and rules governing the ordering out, tagging and releasing of circuits and the Company’s system of circuit designation for identification. Have the ability to acquire a good working knowledge of the Company’s overhead line construction methods and practices. Have the ability to become proficient in the application of pole top resuscitation, and other approved methods of artificial respiration. Be alert in avoiding accidents and observing hazards. Be able to acquire a general knowledge of the purpose and functioning of the transmission and distribution system, and the electrical apparatus and circuit connections involved in the work. Be able to acquire a good working knowledge of the standard overhead line construction practices as outlined in the Company’s manuals and handbooks, including the safety rules and practices as set forth therein. Have successfully completed the line portion of the pre‑employment test, except that an employee hired prior to May 1, 1980 who has or obtains a high school diploma or its equivalent does not have to complete the pre‑employment test. Be able to follow instructions and perform routine operations. Have mechanical aptitude. Have the physical characteristics to enable him/her to climb and work on structures and poles. Have the ability to learn: the reading of construction prints and the making of simple field sketches; the application of hoists, tackle, and knots used in line construction and maintenance work and the care of tools commonly used in line construction and maintenance work; the identification and use of all material, tools, and equipment commonly used on line work; must possess a valid U.S. driver’s license and maintain a satisfactory driving record. Be able to qualify for a Commercial Drivers License “A” to operate motor vehicles in the State of New Jersey within 6 months of employment. Some positions at PSEG require access to information covered by the Department of Energy’s regulation 10 CFR 810 (Part 810). If applicable, the successful applicant must prove they are: (1) a citizen or national of the USA; OR (2) a lawful permanent resident of the United States; OR (3) a citizen, national, or permanent resident of a “Generally Authorized” destination; OR (4) a “Protected Individual” under the Immigration and Naturalization Act (8 U.S.C 1324b(a)(3)). As an employee of PSEG, you should be aware that during storm restoration efforts, you may be required to perform functions outside of your routine duties and on a schedule that may be different from normal operations. For all roles, PSEG’s drug and alcohol testing program includes pre‑employment testing, testing for cause, and post‑incident/accident testing. Employees who are hired or transfer into a federally regulated role (including positions covered by USDOT, PHMSA, or NRC regulations) are subject to random drug and alcohol testing, inclusive of marijuana. Although numerous states throughout the country have legalized marijuana/cannabis products recreationally and medically, the use of these products are prohibited for employees in federally regulated roles. Please note that the use of CBD products may result in a positive drug test for THC/Marijuana and such use is not a legitimate medical explanation for a positive result. PSEG is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non‑discrimination in employment, including the hiring process, based on any legally protected characteristic. Legally protected characteristics include race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, disability or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law in locations where PSEG employs individuals. PSEG is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance applying for a position, please call 973‑430‑3845 or email accommodations@pseg.com. If you need to request a reasonable accommodation to perform the essential functions of the job, email accommodations@pseg.com. Any information provided regarding a disability will be kept strictly confidential and will not be shared with anyone involved in making a hiring decision. #J-18808-Ljbffr PSEG

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