Apprentice/Journeyman Lineman

Lagrangechamber; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Lagrangechamber is seeking a Journeyman/Apprentice Lineman for the Stapleton outpost in Minnesota. This role involves the construction and maintenance of electrical distribution, substation, and transmission lines. Candidates must possess a high school diploma or GED, with relevant training and certifications preferred.

Expected duties include supervising work, performing line tasks, and providing customer service for Custer Public Power. Housing and on-call requirements will be discussed during the application process.

Qualifications

• Must be able to perform all types of line work with or without supervision.
• Capable of assisting and supervising Apprentice Linemen and Ground man.
• Completion of training programs required for advancement.

Responsibilities

• Perform construction and maintenance of district transmission, substation, and distribution facilities.
• Represent Custer Public Power District to customers.
• Ensure on-call requirements are met through appropriate housing and residency.

Skills

CPR Training

Basic First Aid

Pole Top Rescue

Bucket Truck Rescue

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate Degree in Line Construction

Completion of the Merchants Program

Job description

Journeyman/Apprentice Lineman. Custer Public Power is currently seeking a Lineman for the Stapleton outpost. This position is open to both Journeyman and Apprentice level applicants. The Apprentice/Journeyman Lineman represents CPPD to customers. This position performs construction and maintenance of district transmission, substation, and distribution facilities. This position is the culmination of an extended training period planned to develop a competent craftsman who can provide the needed services for the construction, operation, and maintenance of the electrical distribution system. The Apprentice/Journeyman Lineman is expected to be able to perform all types of line work with or without supervision. The Apprentice/Journeyman Lineman should provide supervision to and assist Apprentice Lineman and Ground man. High school diploma or GED is required. Associate degree in line construction desired. Completion of the four-year, Merchants Program (or equivalent) desired (required for new employees and for current employees for advancement or lateral movement). Must be or will be trained in CPR, basic first aid and capable of pole top and bucket truck rescue. Location is Stapleton-based fieldwork. Housing and residency options will be discussed to ensure on-call requirements are met.