First Class Lineman

Duck River Electric Membership Corporation; Ohio; On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated First Class Lineman to join their team in Utica, Ohio. This full-time role involves the critical task of erecting and repairing distribution and transmission lines, ensuring the safety and reliability of electricity delivery. The ideal candidate will embody the cooperative's values while adhering to strict safety protocols. With a commitment to employee development, this organization offers a supportive work environment and competitive benefits. If you have the skills and experience to excel in this challenging yet rewarding position, this is an opportunity to make a significant impact in the community.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Time-Off (PTO)

401(k) Retirement Plan

Education Assistance

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Minimum of four years as an Apprentice Lineman or completion of an approved Lineman Training Program.
• Valid Ohio CDL and current First Aid and CPR certifications required.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and retire overhead and underground lines.
• Respond to outages and emergencies promptly.
• Conduct scheduled inspections of tools and trucks.

Skills

Hazard Recognition

Safety Equipment Familiarity

Emergency Response

Education

High School Diploma

Two-Year College Degree

Tools

Electrical Tools

Safety Gear

Job description

The Energy Cooperative, headquartered in Newark, Ohio, serves over 72,000 electric, natural gas, and propane members throughout east-central Ohio. As a non-profit cooperative, we are member-owned and controlled by the members we serve. We are committed to providing safe, high-quality energy services at reasonable prices. We believe in our employees and strive to offer fair, honest, and equal treatment, along with training, education, and opportunities for advancement in a safe and secure environment.

At The Energy Cooperative, we take pride in offering competitive benefits and want our employees to have what they need to be their best.

Our employee programs include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
• Supplemental Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse, and Children
• Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Paid Time-Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• Traditional 401(k) and Roth 401(k)
• Retirement Pension Plan
• Education Assistance
• Employee Assistance Program

We are currently seeking a First Class Lineman at our Utica, OH Service Center. This is a full-time, non-exempt, highly technical role responsible for erecting and repairing distribution and transmission lines of various classes and voltages, including substations, energized lines, and related equipment involved in electricity distribution and transmission.

Position Responsibilities:

• Support and embody the Cooperative’s Mission, Vision, and Values in professional conduct and decision-making.
• Follow all policies, procedures, and safety protocols, and adhere to attendance and punctuality standards.
• Enforce safety and security procedures, report unsafe conditions.
• Install, retire, and maintain overhead and underground lines, energized or de-energized, and operate related equipment and tools.
• Operate system devices, locate and repair underground cables.
• Patrol and maintain the electrical distribution and transmission system.
• Coordinate with warehouse staff for inventory and maintenance of the warehouse and pole yard.
• Install, maintain, and retire street lights and related equipment.
• Conduct scheduled inspections of tools and trucks, and replace safety gear as needed.
• Participate in on-call duties, respond to outages and emergencies promptly, including unscheduled work.
• Maintain positive relationships internally with staff and externally with members, contractors, and the public.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications: Candidates must be able to perform all essential duties satisfactorily. The following qualifications are required or preferred:

• Education/Experience: High school diploma required; a two-year college degree or equivalent experience preferred. Minimum of four years as an Apprentice Lineman or completion of an approved Lineman Training Program with field training and safety standards knowledge.
• Certificates/Licenses: Valid Ohio CDL, good driving record, current First Aid and CPR certifications. Ability to attend training sessions as needed.
• Skills: Ability to interpret safety rules and manuals, hazard recognition, familiarity with safety equipment, and ability to work under stress and in emergency situations.

Physical Demands and Work Environment: The role requires walking, standing, bending, climbing, lifting, operating tools and equipment, and working in adverse weather conditions. Pre-employment and random drug testing are required.