Journeyman Line Technician

baldwinemc; Orange Beach (AL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Coverage—BCBS

Long Term Disability

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Baldwin EMC is seeking a Journeyman Line Technician to join our Operations team in South Baldwin, Orange Beach, AL. The role focuses on constructing, maintaining, and repairing distribution lines, with emphasis on safety and efficiency.

You will also assist apprentices and provide training to junior technicians. The position requires at least six years of experience, a high school diploma, and a valid Class A CDL with First Aid/CPR certification.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of six years' prior experience.
• Must communicate professionally, clearly, and pleasantly—verbal and written.

Responsibilities

• Constructs, maintains, troubleshoots, and repairs distribution lines safely and efficiently.
• Prepares materials, tools, and equipment for line construction and maintenance.
• Uses iPad and software for mapping, reporting, and updates.
• Participates in standby rotations and after-hours calls.
• Performs work across voltage levels per training and safety rules.
• Demonstrates underground primary construction, maintenance, and repair.

Skills

Communication skills

Mature technical skills

Proficient computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Windows

Excel

Word

Outlook

Class A CDL

First Aid & CPR

Job description

Notice of Job Vacancy

Job Title

Journeyman Line Technician

Work Location

South Baldwin (Orange Beach, AL)

Department

Operations

Job Type

Full Time

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Constructs, maintains, troubleshoots, and repairs overhead and underground energized and de-energized distribution lines efficiently and safely.
• Prepares, gathers, and assembles materials, tools, and equipment necessary to complete line construction and maintenance activities.
• Utilizes iPad and related hardware and software applications for mapping, reporting, work documentation, and system updates.
• Participates in standby rotations and secondary call-out duties and responds to after-hours calls and emergency situations as part of a full crew, as assigned.
• Performs work on all voltage levels in accordance with training, qualifications, and safety requirements.
• Demonstrates proficiency in underground primary construction, maintenance, and repair.
• Serves as backup for Service Technician and Crew Chief roles as assigned.
• Assists with the training, mentoring, and development of apprentices and lower-grade line technicians.
• Demonstrates proficiency in single-phase and multi-phase bucket work.
• Performs all essential functions and demonstrates the full range of skills and abilities of all lower apprentice classifications.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Must have a minimum of six years' prior experience.
• Must possess good communication skills and the ability to communicate professionally, effectively, clearly, and pleasantly – both orally and in written form.
• Must possess mature technical skills related to the installation, removal, troubleshooting, repair, maintenance, programming, and evaluation of equipment applicable to the position.
• Proficient computer skills with software applications (Windows, Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Valid Class A CDL driver’s license and certification in First Aid and CPR.

Working Conditions

• Work is performed primarily outdoors, sometimes in inclement weather conditions.
• Position requires competing demands; may require occasional work beyond regular business hours.
• Must be able to lift and move heavy equipment.

(Candidates will be evaluated based on the skills and competencies necessary to fulfill the role's responsibilities. Candidates who do not meet the minimum assessment criteria may be considered for a lower-level position.)

Base Salary

Qualified applicants can expect highly competitive wages with opportunities for long-term growth.

Insurance

• BCBS Dental/Health/Vision Coverage
• Long Term Disability
• Aflac - Cancer
• 24-Hour Accident and Business Travel
• Life/AD&D Insurance

Retirement

• NRECA Retirement/Pension Plan
• 401-K Traditional and ROTH

Other benefits

• Flexible Spending Account Healthcare and Dependent Care
• Sick Leave
• Paid Holidays
• Telemedicine
• Wellness Program
• Group Emergent and Air Emergent Transportation
• Alabama Rural Electric Credit Union
• 9/80 work schedule, off every other Friday
• Paid Time Off
• Volunteer Time Off

Professional Development and Advancement Opportunities

The Cooperative is committed to mentoring and investing in the professional development of its employees. The Cooperative values professionalism, safety, teamwork, integrity, leadership and empathy in a team environment.

DEADLINE TO APPLY

THE DEADLINE TO APPLY IS MONDAY, August 3, 2026, AT 4:00 PM CST.

Contact

Baldwin EMC

19600 State Highway 59

Summerdale, AL 36580 D

https://www.baldwinemc.com