Apprentice Lineman

Clevelandchamber; Tennessee; On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Cleveland Utilities Authority is seeking an Apprentice Lineman to assist in constructing and maintaining electrical transmission and distribution facilities in Cleveland, Tennessee. The role demands both teamwork and independence, with responsibilities that include working at height and operating specialized equipment. This opportunity offers a pathway to advance from apprentice to journeyman lineman while gaining practical skills in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Must have high school diploma or GED with successful completion of Electrical Lineworker Program.
• Valid Class 'A' Commercial Driver’s License required.
• Ability to advance from apprentice to journeyman lineman within 5 years.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the construction and maintenance of distribution and transmission lines.
• Perform linework on overhead and underground services.
• Ensure tools and equipment are safe and well-maintained.

Skills

Hand and arm dexterity

Basic computer skills

Ability to work in extreme weather conditions

Education

High school diploma or GED

Accredited Electrical Lineworker Program

Tools

Climbing gear

Boom trucks

Forklifts

Testing equipment

Job description

? Apprentice Lineman
Cleveland Utilities Authority, a municipal utility providing electric, water, wastewater and fiber services to the Cleveland, Tennessee/Bradley County area, is seeking an Apprentice Lineman to construct and maintain our electrical transmission and distribution facilities.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :

• Provide assistance in the construction and maintenance of distribution and transmission lines.
• Assist in the installation of underground cables, wire, conduit, metering, transformers, pads, switch gear, protective devices, pull boxes, pedestal, and lighting equipment.
• Ability to use hand tools such as shovel, post-hole diggers, tamps, etc. to assist crew members in providing electrical service to customers.
• Perform linework on both overhead and underground services.
• Perform all aspects of the job utilizing all required safety procedures and equipment.
• Climb poles and perform linework more than 75-feet, while using climbing gear.
• Work in elevated positions from aerial lifts, ladders, and substation structures.
• Operate boom trucks, forklifts, specialized line equipment, testing equipment and other equipment.
• Ensure tools and equipment are in safe working conditions and well maintained.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Working Line Foreman/Line Section Supervisor.

PERSONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or GED equivalency.
• Successful completion of an accredited Electrical Lineworker Program.
• Ability to advance from an apprentice to a journeyman lineman through the TVPPA apprenticeship training program within 5-years of employment.
• Basic computer skills with working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Valid Class “A” Commercial Driver’s License.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to lift and carry up to 100 pounds.
• Hand and arm dexterity for using hand tools to make connections.
• Ability to work in extreme weather conditions.
• Physical ability to perform heavy/manual labor.
• Ability to climb heights.

? Apprentice Lineman
Cleveland Utilities Authority, a municipal utility providing electric, water, wastewater and fiber services to the Cleveland, Tennessee/Bradley County area, is seeking an Apprentice Lineman to construct and maintain our electrical transmission and distribution facilities.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :

• Provide assistance in the construction and maintenance of distribution and transmission lines.
• Assist in the installation of underground cables, wire, conduit, metering, transformers, pads, switch gear, protective devices, pull boxes, pedestal, and lighting equipment.
• Ability to use hand tools such as shovel, post-hole diggers, tamps, etc. to assist crew members in providing electrical service to customers.
• Perform linework on both overhead and underground services.
• Perform all aspects of the job utilizing all required safety procedures and equipment.
• Climb poles and perform linework more than 75-feet, while using climbing gear.
• Work in elevated positions from aerial lifts, ladders, and substation structures.
• Operate boom trucks, forklifts, specialized line equipment, testing equipment and other equipment.
• Ensure tools and equipment are in safe working conditions and well maintained.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Working Line Foreman/Line Section Supervisor.

PERSONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or GED equivalency.
• Successful completion of an accredited Electrical Lineworker Program.
• Ability to advance from an apprentice to a journeyman lineman through the TVPPA apprenticeship training program within 5-years of employment.
• Basic computer skills with working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Valid Class “A” Commercial Driver’s License.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to lift and carry up to 100 pounds.
• Hand and arm dexterity for using hand tools to make connections.
• Ability to work in extreme weather conditions.
• Physical ability to perform heavy/manual labor.
• Ability to climb heights.

Qualified applicants should submit a resume by Friday, June 27, 2025, to:
CLEVELAND UTILITIES AUTHORITY
ATTN: HUMAN RESOURES
POST OFFICE BOX 2730
CLEVELAND, TN 37320
Or email to [e-mail]

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