Lineworker

Key Responsibilities

• Perform overhead and underground electrical distribution line construction, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair in a safe and efficient manner.
• Respond to outages and emergency situations as required.
• Safely operate vehicles, equipment, and tools used to construction and maintaining overhead and underground electric distribution facilities.
• Follow all safety regulations, Cooperative policies, and industry standards while performing assigned duties.
• Aid with other operations and service center functions as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of a Power Line Technology program or equivalent lineworker training is required.
• Three to four years of linework experience or Journeyman Lineworker status is preferred.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Iowa Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).
• Must successfully complete a pre-employment drug test.
• Reside within, or be willing to relocate to, the designated service area and meet the residency requirements for the assigned service center.
• Work with working knowledge of electric distribution system construction, operation, maintenance, REA/RUS line construction specifications, the National Electric Safety Code, and basic electrical theory including single- and multi-phase systems, transformers, and metering.
• Show strong communication, interpersonal and customer service skills with a demonstrated commitment to safety.

Compensation and Benefits

Compensation is commensurate with qualifications and experience. ILEC offers a competitive benefits package including IAEC and NRECA retirement and insurance programs.