Electric Distribution Lineworker

What We Offer

• $56.72 per hour
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with up to a 5% company match
• Additional insurances at no cost to you: short and long-term disability, medical emergency transport, basic life, accidental death & dismemberment, and employee assistance
• Generous paid time off and nine paid holidays

What We Are Looking For

• Must have completed a 4-year accredited or certified lineworker/electrician apprentice program and/or attained Journeyman lineworker/electrician status
• Possess thorough knowledge of all phases of electric distribution and transmission work procedures and safety rules, electric distribution standards, applicable state electric codes and statutes, and underground facilities and their purpose
• Class A CDL, or ability to obtain/maintain a valid Class A commercial driver’s license with air brake endorsements within 4 months of hire
• Operate heavy equipment such as tracked vehicles, trenchers and backhoes
• Must be reasonably available and responsive to after-hours and emergency callouts; ability to be on-call, carry a pager on a rotating basis, and/or work long hours and overtime as needed
• Able to work outside with exposure to all types of weather conditions
• Position involves heavy, physical work with frequent lifting and/or carrying up to 50 lbs
• Able to work in high areas above ground level and with high voltage equipment
• Able to trim trees, install meter equipment, perform streetlight work, locate underground facilities, and investigate load, voltage, and other customer complaint problems
• Participate in safety meetings and wear appropriate personal protective equipment
• Excellent time management, organization and communication skills
• A positive, motivated attitude that works well with others and with little direct supervision
• Willingness to travel, as required
• Must reside within 30 road miles of the assigned work location