Journeyman Lineman

Overview

Performs construction, repairs, and maintenance of overhead and underground power systems, requiring use of precautionary work methods and safety equipment due to electrical hazards present when working on or near energized conductors and electrical accessories.

Essential Job Functions

• Installs, removes, maintains, and repairs poles, cross arms, pins, insulators, hardware, guys, transformers, switching devices, and outdoor substation equipment on dead or energized overhead and underground transmission and distribution lines (120 V to 138 kV).
• Installs, maintains, and operates overhead and underground distribution systems using rubber or synthetic insulating materials, including transformer replacements, energized conductor transfers, service entry rebuilds, and switching.
• Supervises, directs, plans, and works with a small line crew as needed.
• Instructs and trains Apprentice Linemen in all phases of overhead and underground work performed by a Journeyman Lineman.
• Handles emergency calls such as power line failures, lines down, and other emergencies.
• Installs and removes transformers, lightning arrestors, fuses, cutouts, oil and air brake switches, and other overhead line devices.
• Performs work in accordance with department safety codes and regulations.
• Operates and maintains light or heavy equipment related to the job.
• Performs other duties of a like or lesser grade as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Extensive knowledge of linework and electrical theory, especially overhead and underground power systems (120 V to 138 kV).
• Understanding of math, electrical calculations, transformer configurations, and substations.
• Ability to read and understand instructions, safety rules, blueprints, and mapping diagrams.
• Proficiency with hand tools and machines; precise measuring, cutting, and material estimation.
• Problem‑solving and decision‑making using facts and personal judgment.
• Effective communication and professional interaction with diverse personnel.
• Ability to work under stressful, high‑pressure situations, think quickly and safely.
• Availability for on‑call duty at any time, year‑round, and participation in after‑hours call‑out rotation.
• Residence within a 30‑minute response time of the operations center.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift 100 lb, with frequent lifting/carrying of objects up to 50 lb.
• Perform climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, talking, hearing, and seeing activities.
• Operate aerial devices and climb poles using climbing equipment.
• Work on high voltages up to 138 kV, which may cause severe injury.
• Work in all types of construction sites and outdoors in any weather conditions.

Qualifications

• Commercial Utah Driver's License (CDL Class A).
• Certification from an accredited organization as a Journeyman Lineworker.
• Completion of an accredited Lineman Apprenticeship Program or equivalent, resulting in a Journeyman Lineman Certificate.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Successful background check, driving record check, and pre‑employment drug test.

Benefits

• Medical Insurance: Select Health and PEHP networks, Traditional or High‑Deductible plans; City pays 100% of premium for single coverage, 95% for two‑party, 90% for family.
• Dental and Vision Insurance: Optional, employee‑paid, effective the first day of the month following hire.
• Life Insurance: Group term life coverage of two times annual salary plus $10,000 for employee, $10,000 for spouse, $10,000 per eligible dependent; City pays premium.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FLEX$): Employee contributions bi‑weekly, pre‑tax for medical and dependent childcare expenses.
• Health Savings Account (HSA): City pre‑tax contributions for employees in High‑Deductible plans ($1,000 single, $2,000 two‑party, $3,000 family) prorated by hire date; employees may add bi‑weekly contributions.
• Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance: Optional, employee‑paid, effective the first day of the month following hire.
• Long‑Term Disability (LTD): City‑paid premium; 66.67% salary replacement after 90‑day waiting period.
• Sick and Vacation Leave: Accrue 3.70 hours per pay period; no cap on sick leave, vacation cap 240 hours, accrual rates increase with service.
• Paid Holidays: Twelve paid holidays per year.
• Employee Assistance Program: Counseling and consultation service provided at no cost to employee or