Lineperson

Pittsburgh Regional Transit is looking for a Lineperson to perform a variety of assignments related to, but not limited to, preventive and corrective maintenance on the Port Authority of Allegheny County d/b/a Pittsburgh Regional Transit (PRT)’s Overhead Catenary System (OCS). Essential Functions: • Install, inspect, maintain, repair, and provide diagnostic analysis for all components of the Overhead Catenary System (OCS). • Operate vehicles and equipment, as needed. • Trim trees, bushes, and shrubs within the envelope of the catenary, high voltage wires and substations. • Complete related paperwork/documentation, as required. Job requirements include: • High School Diploma or GED. • Trade certification or equivalent, and two (2) years of directly related work experience as an electrician or lineperson with low, medium, and high voltage electrical experience; or four (4) years of directly related work experience within the past ten (10) years; or one (1) year of PRT maintenance experience. • Valid PA Driver’s License, Class C. • Obtain and maintain a valid Commercial Driver’s License, Class B with air brake restriction removed within 90 working days. • Successful completion of job specific training, as required. • This is a Safety Sensitive position subject to all testing provisions under the Drug and Alcohol Policy, including random drug and alcohol testing. The person selected for this position may be required to be tested prior to being awarded the job. We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package. Interested candidates should forward a cover letter (with salary requirements) and resume. EOE https://careers.portauthority.org