The 1st Class Power Line Technician is responsible for installation, repairing and maintenance of overhead and underground construction electrical power lines and auxiliary equipment. This position is the highest of the multi-step progression from Apprentice Lineman to Journeyman Lineman and is expected to know all aspects of Journeyman Lineman duties.Essential Functions•Strings, splices, transfers, and sags wire in energized or de-energized circuits and connects wire and transformers as directed; shortens or lengthens lines by adding or removing wire, using a various types of splices, connectors, sleeves or clamps; performs above ground on poles or steel towers using climbers and safety belt, or operating equipment, boom truck or specialized equipment; uses a var