Apprentice Lineman: Train to Journeyman Lineman

Delta Montrose Electric Association; Delta (CO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Disability insurance

Gym/recreation membership

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Delta Montrose Electric Association in Delta, Colorado is hiring an Apprentice Lineman. This full-time, non-exempt role supports construction, maintenance, and repair of overhead and underground distribution lines as part of a formal apprenticeship leading to Journeyman certification.

The position requires daytime travel, on-call response, and union membership upon hire; it emphasizes hands-on training with Journeyman Linemen and completion of coursework, to advance through program levels.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Active enrollment or recent graduate of Electric Line Worker program.
• Valid First Aid/CPR or ability to obtain within six months.

Responsibilities

• Assist in construction, maintenance, and repair of distribution systems.
• Support outages restoration and inspections.
• Coordinate with crew and customers on work progress.
• Follow safety protocols and use fall protection equipment.
• Communicate effectively with team and members.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Willingness to learn

Ability to work at heights

Physical stamina

Education

High School diploma or GED

Electric Line Worker program (in progress or graduate)

First Aid & CPR certification

Class A CDL (within 6 months)

Job description

Delta Montrose Electric Association in Delta, Colorado is hiring an Apprentice Lineman. This full-time, non-exempt role supports construction, maintenance, and repair of overhead and underground distribution lines as part of a formal apprenticeship leading to Journeyman certification.

The position requires daytime travel, on-call response, and union membership upon hire; it emphasizes hands-on training with Journeyman Linemen and completion of coursework, to advance through program levels.