Entry-level Lines Worker at Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company (IBEDC) Plc - Kwara

Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company (IBEDC) Plc - Headquartered in Ibadan is responsible for electricity distribution within the south western zone (Oyo, Ogun, Osun and kwara as well as some parts of Kogi, Ekiti and Niger states).

We are an organization with a focus on delivering excellent service to the customers and providing customer satisfaction through reliable power distributions.

We are recruiting to fill the vacant position below:

Job Title: Lines Worker

Location: Kwara

Job Description

• Prompt tracing and rectification of faults and maintenance of overhead distribution lines to ensure minimal obstruction to free flow of power supply to the end users.
• To construct, maintain and repair overhead line system of 33kV, 11kV & 0.415kV on steel tubular, concrete, lattice girder or wooden pole supports.       

Responsibilities

• Set out pole/line support positions in accordance with predetermined routes and plan profile drawings.
• Prepare and complete foundation for pole/line supports and stays
• Erect pole/overhead line support.
• Maintain and service overhead line system of 33kV, 11kV and 0.415kV.
• Climb pole/line supports using ladders, safety belt or other aids.
• Use safety equipment  protective devices and work in compliance with requirements of safety code of practice and laid down safety procedures.
• Install Line Isolator, D-Fuse, Lightning Arrester and other related line equipment.
• Assists in the setting of poles during installation or replacement of bad ones, digging of holes for poles and guys.

Qualifications and Requirements
Educational Qualification:

• Technical Certificate in Electrical Installations & Maintenance or its equivalents (i.e. NABTEB, London City & Guilds, Diploma Certificates) or Ordinary level certificate

Desired Experience:

• 0-5 years experience, Technical Certificate in Electrical Installations & Maintenance or its equivalents (i.e. NABTEB, London City & Guilds) Requires journeyman level experience installing and maintaining overhead/underground power lines, requires valid driver's license, First aid certification, Competency in CPR and pole top rescue, Other combinations of education/experience may be considered.

Competence Requirements:

• Enjoys practical, field work
• Ability to work comfortably at high altitude on poles
• Possess good hand-eye coordination
• Safety conscious and Operational Risk Assessment Ability

Application Closing Date
12th Novemeber, 2017.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should:
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