Electrician / Power Linesmen

A dynamic team is expanding and looking for the right talent. Locations: Lagos-Ibadan Expressway, Lagos and Ogun Key Responsibilities: - A lineman is responsible for the installation, repair and maintenance of overhead and underground electrical power lines and auxiliary equipment. - Additionally, a lineman is expected to dig trenches for the installation of underground lines, install meters, climb poles to repair overhead lines and inspect power lines for possible repair or replacement. Requirements: - Interested applicants MUST possess tertiary education in electrical engineering or related fields and MUST possess a minimum of 2 years working experience with a power distribution company working in a similar role. Competencies: - Maintain knowledge of and implement safety procedures at all times - Carry out basic electrical connections both household and external connection - Safely and accurately prepares work sites with labels, markings, warning signs and secures areas - Operate diggers, bucket trucks, hand tools near and around electrical distribution lines - Locate underground and or above ground electric cable faults for repair - Read and interpret wiring diagrams - Install primary and secondary overhead and underground electrical systems - Conduct work outdoors in various types of weather - Follow all safety protocols and procedure on site and off site - Troubleshoot, rebuild and repair any damaged lines, fixtures or equipment both above and underground - Troubleshoot and repair electrical faults and poor electrical connections - Tree and bush trimming or removal from highways or near utility lines - Understand and follow proper switching procedures - Have knowledge and maintenance of substation equipment - Repair, rewire and tap changing to transformers - Proper knowledge of fuse sizing to protect the transformer and power lines