Lineman Journeyman or Hot Apprentice

Position Purpose/Summary

Keeping our community connected, one line at a time. Full-Time Non-Exempt | Bargaining Position | 4-10s Schedule: Monday - Thursday

Accountabilities

• Support the District's mission to serve our customers and foster a positive workplace by personally choosing behavior aligned with our values and ethical code.
• Responsible for completing assigned work in a safe, efficient manner that is in conformance with all applicable regulations by using safety equipment, such as wearing personal protective equipment and understanding the Accident Prevention Manual.
• Ensure District system reliability by repairing, maintaining and troubleshooting all overhead and underground transmission and distribution power lines and associated equipment.
• Contribute to serving customer needs by operating all line equipment used in construction, maintenance and removal of overhead and underground power lines.
• Responsible for maintaining system reliability by performing maintenance, construction and switching for both distribution and transmission voltages.
• Complete other duties as assigned to meet team, department and organizational goals.

Required Minimum Qualifications, Experience and Certifications

• A High School Diploma or GED
• Satisfactory completion of a Lineman Apprenticeship Program or 5th step apprentice
• Journeyman certification in Lineman craft (preferred)
• Primary residence within 20 miles of Kennewick Headquarters
• Current Washington State Class "A" CDL drivers license
• Flagging/traffic control certifications and valid First Aid and CPR certification cards (within 12 months of hire)

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Basic computer skills or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire
• Excellent communication skills
• Familiarity with the National Electrical Safety Code (NESC) as adopted by the State of Washington
• Prefer experience with GIS mapping systems and hot-stick use
• Attention to detail

ADA Requirement

• Attendance: Consistent need to attend work at the job site or work location.
• Frequent or constant need for punctuality.
• Physical Effort: The job has regular periods during which continuous physical exertion is required, such as walking, standing, stooping, climbing, lifting, pushing, pulling material or equipment, which is heavy or awkward, up to 75 pounds, occasionally up to 125 pounds (assistance is available for lifting in excess of 75 pounds).
• Environment: Usually in an outdoor environment with regular exposure to extreme weather conditions.
• Hazards: There is frequent exposure to hazards or risk of injury which are unpredictable or uncertain and which result in risk or personal injury.
• Sensory Attention: Typically requires regular use of one or more senses of high intensity and long duration, including color vision.
• Job Pressure/Deadline Orientation: Under regular pressure to meet deadlines, including occasional high-pressure situations; must occasionally deal with unpleasant issues related to people or situations.

Health And Life Benefits

• Medical (PPO or CDHP)
• Dental
• Vision
• Employee Life and AD&D Insurance
• Dependent Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability
• Long Term Disability
• Retirement Benefits
• Washington Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS)
• 457 and 401(a) Deferred Compensation Plans with Company Contribution
• Saving/Spending Accounts: VEBA Health Reimbursement - to reimburse yourself for medical expenses or save for the cost of medical at retirement
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Health Care Spending Account
• Dependent Care Spending Account
• Paid Time Off
• Personal Leave - accruals increase with years of service
• 11 Paid Holidays
• New Years Day
• President's Day
• Memorial Day
• Independence Day
• Labor Day
• Veteran's Day
• Thanksgiving Day
• Christmas Day
• 3 Floating Holidays
• Other Benefits Include Safety Incentives
• Wellness Incentives
• Alternative Work Schedules
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Training and Development Opportunities
• Leadership Training
• Community Engagement
• Casual Work Attire