Job Purpose: Perform line construction and maintenance under the direction of a Journeyman-rated Line Technician.       Duties: Learn overhead and URD construction basics and become familiar with RUS specifications and the National Electric Code. Perform line construction maintenance tasks under the direction of a journeyman-rated Line Technician Assist in building lines and facilities as directed Observe hazardous and unsafe conditions on the system and report them to the Line Supervisor. Ensure that tools and assigned equipment are properly placed on the vehicles and that trucks and equipment are properly maintained. Operate and maintain hydraulic boom, a hole digger, and trenching/backhoe equipment.  Perform pole