What are the responsibilities and job description for the Utility Lighting Technician position at Utility Partners of America?
Job description
Company Background
Utility Partners of America (UPA) is a utility contractor offering a full suite of services to the utility sector nationwide. UPA was founded in 1997 and currently employs more than 1,000 full-time service men and women serving utilities across the country. UPA prides itself on excellence in operations, safe work practices, quality control, customer service and schedule management that maximizes customer satisfaction.
SMART, RELIABLE, UTILITY SOLUTIONS
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Utility Partners of America (UPA), a full-service utility contractor is seeking highly motivated and safety- conscious individuals to join its team as Utility Lighting Technician. This is a full time traveling position across North Carolina and South Carolina. This is a great opportunity to learn a trade / enhance your skills, and join a growing company with full benefits. Benefits include paid training, company phone, and company vehicle.
Summary of Responsibilities:
- Ability to lift 40 pounds
- Able to walk, stand, bend, climb and kneel throughout the day
- Prior utility lighting maintenance or installation experience a plus, but not required
- Prior experience operating an aerial boom (bucket) truck (Required)
- Able to work outdoors and withstand regional seasonal weather including inclement weather
- Comfortable working from heights up to 40 feet. (aerial boom, ladder, climb)
- A urinalysis, background check, and motor vehicle report will be ran.
Education:
- High School Diploma or equivalent
Benefits:
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance plans offered
- Vehicle and Phone provided for working hour use
- Training, Uniforms, and Tools provided
- Lodging, Travel Allowance & Per Diem for qualifying projects/personnel
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.00 to $24.00 (based on experience and knowledge) reviewed at 90 days.
Job Types: Full-time, Contract
Pay: $18.00 - $24.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 12 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Experience:
- Bucket truck: 1 year (Preferred)
- tree/pole climbing: 1 year (Preferred)
Ability to Relocate:
- Raleigh, NC: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: On the road
Salary : $18 - $24
