1) Lays out plans and estimates costs for constructing transmission lines: Visits proposed construction site and selects best and shortest route to avoid interference with telephone or other lines.
2) Submits data on proposed route to right-of-way department for obtaining necessary easements.
3) Devises steel and wood supporting structures for cables and draws sketch showing their location.
4) Performs detailed engineering calculations to draw up construction specifications, such as cable sag, pole strength, and necessary grounding.
5) Estimates labor, material, and construction costs, and draws up specifications for purchase of materials and equipment.
6) Inspects completed installation of Tower.