Transmission Line Supervisor I (7229) - Citywide - (U00058)

Job Description

Under direction, supervises the maintenance and repair of high voltage overhead transmission, distribution lines, substations and switchyards; and performs related duties as required. Requires considerable responsibility for: interpreting and instructing on existing methods and procedures relative to transmission line construction and maintenance and repair activities; making occasional contacts with other departmental personnel and the general public on line construction, maintenance, and repair problems; gathering and preparing time and material reports on work performed.

1. Lays out, assigns and supervises subordinate personnel engaged in construction, installation, maintenance and repair of high voltage overhead and underground transmission and distribution lines and their appurtenances under energized and de-energized conditions.

2. Supervises and participates in the maintenance, operation, and adjustment of electrical transmission and primary power substations ranging from 600 to 230,000 voltage, including circuit breakers, relays, batteries, and controls.

3. Assures that all safety precautions, tools and equipment are in use when necessary to perform maintenance and repair work on energized lines.

4. Supervises the washing of insulators, the cleaning and painting of poles and transmission towers, under energized and de-energized conditions.

5. Supervises the inspection and patrolling of transmission lines, distribution lines, and clearance of right-of-way obstructions.

6. Supervises the inspection of switchgear, transformers and other auxiliary equipment for proper operation and condition.

7. Prepares records and reports of time worked, work performed and materials and supplies utilized on various projects.

8. Assists in the development and advancement of subordinates through training and effective use of employee development programs.

Nature of work: Requires considerable physical effort and manual dexterity with frequent exposure to inclement weather and serious accident hazards.

 

Qualifications

Education: Possession of a high school diploma or equivalent.

Experience: Six (6) years of verifiable work experience as a journey-level line worker, with distribution and transmission systems ranging from at least 600 to 230,000 volts, with responsibility for construction, installation, maintenance and repair of overhead and underground lines.

License and Certification:

Requires possession of a valid California Class C driver�s license. Positions located in San Francisco require a Class B Driver�s license within six (6) months of appointment. Positions located in Moccasin and Oakdale require a Class A Driver�s license within six (6) months of appointment.

Substitution:

Completion of a State-certified electrical line apprenticeship program may substitute for two (2) of the required six (6) years of journey-level work experience.

Applicants must meet the minimum qualification requirement by the final filing date unless otherwise noted.

Verification of Education and Experience:

Every application is reviewed to ensure that you meet the minimum qualifications as listed in the job ad. Review SF Careers Employment Applications for considerations taken when reviewing applications.  

Applicants may be required to submit verification of qualifying education and experience at any point during the recruitment and selection process. If education verification is required, information on how to verify education requirements, including verifying foreign education credits or degree equivalency, can be found at https://careers.sf.gov/knowledge/experience-education/. 

Note: Falsifying one’s education, training, or work experience or attempted deception on the application may result in disqualification for this and future job opportunities with the City and County of San Francisco.

SELECTION PROCEDURES
After application submission, candidates deemed qualified must complete all subsequent steps to advance in this selection process, which includes the following:

1. Training & Experience (100%) duration and relevance to job-related knowledge, skills and abilities of electrical theory and practices; knowledge of overhead and underground transmission systems; and supervision for placement on the eligible list.

Certification Rule: The Certification Rule used for the eligible list resulting from this examination
will be Rule of Three Scores. The Department may conduct additional selection procedures
before make final hiring decisions.

Note: A passing score must be achieved on the exam component in order to continue in the selection process and be placed on the eligible list.
Additional selection processes may be conducted by the hiring department prior to making final hiring decisions.

 

What else should I know?

Eligible List/Score Report: A confidential eligible list of applicant names that have passed the civil service examination process will be created, and used for certification purposes only. An examination score report will be established, so applicants can view the ranks, final scores and number of eligible candidates. Applicant information, including names of applicants on the eligible list, shall not be made public unless required by law. However, an eligible list shall be made available for public inspection, upon request, once the eligible list is exhausted or expired and referrals resolved. The eligible list/score report resulting from this civil service examination process is subject to change after adoption (e.g., as a result of appeals), as directed by the Human Resources Director or the Civil Service Commission.

The duration of the eligible list resulting from this examination process will be of 12 months, and may be extended with the approval of the Human Resources Director.

To find Departments which use this classification, please see the city’s Position Counts by Job Codes and Departments.

Terms of Announcement and Appeal Rights

Applicants must be guided solely by the provisions of this announcement, including requirements, time periods and other particulars, except when superseded by federal, state or local laws, rules or regulations. [Note: The correction of clerical errors in an announcement may be posted on the Department of Human Resources website at https://careers.sf.gov/.]

The terms of this announcement may be appealed under Civil Service Rule 110.4.  Such appeals must be submitted in writing to the Department of Human Resources, 1 S Van Ness Avenue, 4th Floor, San Francisco, CA 94103-5413 by close of business on the 5th business day following the issuance date of this examination announcement. Information concerning other Civil Service Commission Rules involving announcements, applications and examination policies, including applicant appeal rights, can be found on the Civil Service Commission website at https://sf.gov/departments/civil-service-commission.

Additional Information Regarding Employment with the City and County of San Francisco:

• Information About the Hiring Process
• Conviction History
• Employee Benefits Overview  
• Equal Employment Opportunity
• Disaster Service Worker
• ADA Accommodation
• Veterans Preference
• Right to Work
• Copies of Application Documents
• Diversity Statement

 

Additional Information

SAFETY SENSITIVE POSITION REQUIREMENTS: The City and County of San Francisco’s Substance Abuse Policy, in compliance with the Department of Transportation Omnibus Transportation Employer Testing Act of 1991 employing the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) and Federal Transit Administration (FTA) regulations, requires drug and alcohol testing for employees in “safety-sensitive” positions. This Class 7350 Transmission and Distribution Line Worker position qualifies as “safety-sensitive” as defined by the FMCSA and FTA regulations. The selected applicants for “safety-sensitive” positions will be required to pass a Pre-Employment drug test prior to appointment and shall be subject to Random, Post-Accident, Reasonable Suspicion, Return-To-Duty, and Follow-Up testing during employment. Prior to appointment to an FMCSA “safety-sensitive” position, each applicant who has participated in a DOT drug and alcohol testing program within the immediately preceding three (3) years will be required to sign a consent form authorizing the City to contact his/her prior employers concerning his/her drug and alcohol test history.

Medical Examination 
Prior to appointment, candidates must successfully pass a medical examination to determine his/her ability to perform the essential functions of the job and/or the ability to meet the physical minimum requirements.  

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

HOW TO APPLY

All job applications for the City and County of San Francisco must be submitted through our online portal. Please visit https://careers.sf.gov/ to begin your application process.  

Computers are available for the public (9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday) to file online applications in the lobby of the Dept. of Human Resources at 1 South Van Ness Avenue, 4th Floor and at the City Career Center at City Hall, 1 Dr. Carlton B. Goodlett Place, Room 110. 

Ensure your application information is accurate, as changes may not be possible after submission. Your first and last name must match your legal ID for verification, and preferred names can be included in parentheses. Use your personal email address, not a shared or work email, to avoid unfixable issues. 

Applicants will receive a confirmation email from notification@smartrecruiters.com that their online application has been received in response to every announcement for which they file. Applicants should retain this confirmation email for their records. Failure to receive this email means that the online application was not submitted or received. 

Exam Analyst Information: If you have any questions regarding this recruitment or application process, please contact the exam analyst, Najeebah Mpagazi-Spearman, by email at nmpagazispearman@sfwater.org

The City and County of San Francisco encourages women, minorities and persons with disabilities to apply. Applicants will be considered regardless of their sex, race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition (associated with cancer, a history of cancer, or genetic characteristics), HIV/AIDS status, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, military and veteran status, or other protected category under the law.

Company Description

THIS IS A CITYWIDE EXAM

• Application Opening: October 27th, 2026
• Application Deadline: November 10th, 2026,  
• Annual Salary: $163,800-$199,082

About: 

San Francisco is a vibrant and dynamic city, on the forefront of economic growth & innovation, urban development, arts & entertainment, as well as social issues & change. This rich tapestry of culture and ideas is sustained by our City's commitment to heighten the quality of life for the diverse population of San Franciscans and residents of the greater Bay Area. Our employees play an important role not only in making our City what it is today, but also in shaping the future of San Francisco.