Journeyman Line Specialist (19B)

Lee County Electric Cooperative; Immokalee (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with 6% match

Pension plan

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Wellness program

Disability insurance

Job summary

Lee County Electric Cooperative seeks a Journeyman Line Specialist (19B) in Immokalee, FL to perform construction and maintenance of overhead and underground distribution facilities. CDL Class A is required; apprenticeship completion or four years journeyman experience preferred.

The role offers a strong hourly wage with a $9 shift differential, plus a $10,000 sign-on bonus and relocation assistance. Benefitsa include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with 6% match, pension, tuition reimbursement,

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent (Required).
• Certified line worker apprentice program completion and/or four years as journeyman line worker (Required).
• Class A CDL license required.

Responsibilities

• Construction/maintenance of transmission/distribution facilities in cost effective manner.
• Ensure facilities remain reliable and efficient.
• Assist in emergency repair and power restoration after outages.
• Respond to calls during regular and after-hours.
• Account for all construction materials properly.
• Perform duties safely per LCEC rules.
• Comply with codes and standards.
• Must live within 45-minute commute from work site.
• Support storm restoration and long emergency shifts as needed.
• Maintain effective relationships with employees and customers.

Skills

Personal computer

Email access

Physical stamina

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Certified line worker apprentice program or 4 years journeyman line experience

Tools

CDL Class A

Job description

Journeyman Line Specialist (19B)

Location: Immokalee, FL

Work Hours: Non-Summer: Monday - Friday 8:00am - 4:30pm / Summer: Monday - Friday 11:00am - 7:30pm

• Hourly wages of up to $55.11+ up to $9/hr Shift Differential
• $10,000 Sign-on Bonus
• Relocation Bonus of up to $15,000
• Generous Benefits Package

Our benefits include:

• Company-wide annual incentive plan
• Medical, vision and dental insurance
• 401(k) plan with a generous 6% company match
• Company funded Pension Plan
• On-site wellness/medical facility
• Company paid Short & Long-Term Disability insurance
• Health Savings Account with an employer contribution
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Wellness program with financial rewards
• Tuition reimbursement
• Group life insurance
• Critical Illness and Accident Insurance

LCEC provides reliable, cost-competitive electricity to more than 260,000 members throughout a five-county service territory located in Southwest Florida.We employ approximately 485 skilled employees and are one of more than 900 electric distribution cooperatives located throughout the United States.LCEC has been recognized locally and statewide as an industry leader and continually receives acknowledgment for the work that our employees do in the community along with other civic, environmental and professional honors.

Position Summary

Perform construction and maintenance duties of overhead and underground facilities for electrical distribution and transmission.

Position Responsibilities

• Construction/maintenance of transmission/distribution facilities in cost effective manner.
• Ensure facilities remain reliable and efficient.
• Assist in emergency repair and power restoration after outages.
• Respond reliably and timely to calls during regular work hours and off regular work hours
• Account for all construction materials (issues, returns, salvage, etc.) properly.
• Perform duties safely and in accordance with LCEC accident prevention rules.
• Comply with applicable codes and standards.
• Must live within 45-minute commute from regular work site.
• Support Storm Restoration efforts when needed. Work in emergency storm situations (i.e. hurricanes) and work long hours (>12 hours per day) for many continuous days/weeks as needed.
• Maintain effective working relationships with employees/customers at all levels within LCEC. Ensure smooth operations, productive communications, and effective understanding during all interpersonal contacts. Provide current and accurate information to all requesters, courteously and in a timely manner.

Education

• High School Diploma or equivalent (Required)

Work Experience

• Proof of completion of a certified line worker apprentice program and/or four (4) years of experience working as a journeyman line worker. (Required)

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Able to meet physical demands of duties. (Required)
• Familiarity with personal computer and Email. (Preferred)

Licenses and Certifications

• Class A CDL License; Commercial driver's license (CDL) Class A (Required)

Physical Demands and Working Environment

The physical demands and working environment characteristics described here must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands

• Standing Constantly
• Walking Constantly
• Sitting Occasionally
• Lifting Frequently 50/100 lbs
• Carrying Constantly
• Pushing Constantly
• Pulling Constantly
• Climbing Constantly
• Balancing Constantly
• Stooping Constantly
• Kneeling Constantly
• Crouching Constantly
• Crawling Frequently
• Reaching Constantly
• Handling Constantly
• Grasping Constantly
• Feeling Constantly
• Talking Frequently
• Hearing Frequently
• Repetitive Motions Constantly
• Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination Constantly

Working Environment

• Occasionally Extreme cold
• Frequently Extreme heat
• Frequently Humidity
• Frequently Wet
• Frequently Noise
• Frequently Hazards
• Occasionally Temperature Change
• Occasionally Atmospheric Conditions
• Frequently Vibration

STORM DUTY REQUIREMENTS.... Responding to storms may be considered a condition of employment

LCEC provides critical services to our community during an emergency. Employees may be required to participate in the response/recovery activities related to emergencies/disasters to maintain service to our LCEC members. Employees are required to work in their normal job duties or other assigned activities. Proper compensation will be made in accordance with the company's guidelines and procedures.

Please note that at the time a candidate is made a job offer, the candidate will be subject to a background check and a drug screening.