Locates malfunctions in telephone or telegraph lines, using switchboard composed of electrical testing instruments, and coordinates maintenance crew's work to remove malfunction

tests lines to find cause and location of malfunction, using switchboard equipped with audible and visual alarms and electrical... [+] More

Locates malfunctions in telephone or telegraph lines, using switchboard composed of electrical testing instruments, and coordinates maintenance crew's work to remove malfunction

tests lines to find cause and location of malfunction, using switchboard equipped with audible and visual alarms and electrical testing devices, such as voltmeter and resistance meter. Reports nature of trouble to inside and outside maintenance crews and directs and coordinates trouble-clearing activities. May dispatch maintenance crews to malfunctioning area. May contact subscribers to investigate reported trouble. [-] Less

Locates type of automobile desired by customer by phoning other new or used automobile dealers. Prepares papers for transfer of automobile. Keeps records of automobiles traded.

Inspects underground and exposed gas pipelines and enclosed areas to detect and locate leaks, using testing instruments

walks or rides along pipelines and observes terrain for evidence of leaks, such as decayed vegetation, gas odor, and water bubbles. Drives bar into... [+] More

Inspects underground and exposed gas pipelines and enclosed areas to detect and locate leaks, using testing instruments

walks or rides along pipelines and observes terrain for evidence of leaks, such as decayed vegetation, gas odor, and water bubbles. Drives bar into ground at intervals near pipe, using sledgehammer, preparatory to testing subsurface for traces of gas. Inserts combustible-gas indicator-probe into hole and reads indicator to determine location of leak. Inspects exposed pipes in buildings, manholes, vaults, and valve boxes for leaks, using combustible indicator. Notifies maintenance department of location and condition of facilities inspected and tested. May make temporary repairs, using repair dope or gastight clamps. May drive vehicle equipped with detection devices to aid in locating leaks. [-] Less

Repairs radio receivers, phonographs, recorders, and other electronic-audio equipment, using circuit diagrams and test meters

tests wiring, tubes, resistors, and other parts, using electronic test equipment, such as voltmeters and oscilloscopes, to locate defects. Replaces defective parts, using handtools, and solders... [+] More

Repairs radio receivers, phonographs, recorders, and other electronic-audio equipment, using circuit diagrams and test meters

tests wiring, tubes, resistors, and other parts, using electronic test equipment, such as voltmeters and oscilloscopes, to locate defects. Replaces defective parts, using handtools, and solders loose connections with soldering iron. May compute charges for labor and materials. May install radios in automobiles automobile-accessories installer. May be designated according to type of radio repaired as automobile radio repairer; radio repairer, domestic. [-] Less

Locates source of electric power line disturbance or failure and replaces or repairs defective equipment and accessories

proceeds to troubled sector as directed by dispatcher, service or work or joins line crew under supervision of line supervisor. Tests power lines and... [+] More

Locates source of electric power line disturbance or failure and replaces or repairs defective equipment and accessories

proceeds to troubled sector as directed by dispatcher, service or work or joins line crew under supervision of line supervisor. Tests power lines and auxiliary equipment to identify defective voltage regulators, transformers, switches, and related accessories causing line disturbances, such as voltage fluctuations, using direct reading and recording electrical testing instruments. Climbs poles and towers to repair or replace overhead conductors, switches, transformers, fuses, and related equipment, using precautionary work methods and insulated tools, ladders, and platforms when working on or near energized circuits. Opens switches to deenergize disturbed or fallen lines to facilitate repairs or to remove electrical hazards. May repair street-light circuitry. May locate and correct electrical trouble in building circuits. May install watt-hour meters and connect service drops between power line and consumer. May patrol power lines and periodically telephone dispatcher's office for trouble assignments. May respond to fire alarms to disconnect power from buildings and extinguish fires on power poles or other utility property. [-] Less

Responds to telephone requests for... [+] More

Responds to telephone requests for information concerning location of underground utility distribution lines. Informs construction contractors and others excavating near company installations of buried line locations to prevent safety hazards and damage to company equipment, utilizing plat and distribution line maps.

May update maps to indicate extensions and revisions of utility distribution lines within specified jurisdiction. May relay telephone reports of gas emergencies to specified personnel or radio customer service requests to mobile service crews. May issue tools and parts used by company work crews. [-] Less

Responds to telephone requests for... [+] More

Responds to telephone requests for information concerning location of underground utility distribution lines. Informs construction contractors and others excavating near company installations of buried line locations to prevent safety hazards and damage to company equipment, utilizing plat and distribution line maps.

May update maps to indicate extensions and revisions of utility distribution lines within specified jurisdiction. May relay telephone reports of gas emergencies to specified personnel or radio customer service requests to mobile service crews. May issue tools and parts used by company work crews. [-] Less

Supervises and coordinates activities of trouble locators, test desk engaged in locating and clearing trouble on telephone line circuits. Performs duties as described under supervisor.