Journeyman Lineman

Vance Airscoop; Cleveland (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Cleveland Utilities Authority in Cleveland, Tennessee, is seeking a Journeyman Lineman to construct and maintain our electrical transmission and distribution facilities. This role involves both overhead and underground work, with adherence to safety standards.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or GED, completion of a certified lineman apprenticeship, and a valid Class A CDL, with prior lineman experience preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required or equivalent.
• Completion of a certified lineman apprenticeship with certificates.
• Valid Class A CDL and ability to perform physical work.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance, construction and repair of electrical distribution and transmission systems, overhead and underground.
• Follow safety procedures and use required equipment.
• Conduct energized and de-energized line work with ladders and aerial lift trucks.
• Train apprentice linemen in duties and safety.
• Ensure tools and equipment are safe and well maintained.

Skills

Computer skills

Lineman experience

Apprenticeship completion

CDL Class A

Physical ability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Certified lineman apprenticeship

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Perform all maintenance, construction and repair of electrical distribution and transmission systems, both overhead and underground, in an accepted manner concurrent with industry and Cleveland Utilities’ standards.
• Carry out the performance of the job utilizing all required safety procedures and equipment.
• Perform energized and de-energized line work utilizing ladders, climbing tools and/or aerial lift trucks.
• Train and instruct apprentice linemen in duties they are to perform.
• Ensure tools and equipment are in safe working condition and well maintained.
• Ability to perform call duty after designated training period and must live within 15 miles of the main campus or 30-minute commute via Google Maps.
• Perform other duties as assigned by Working Line Foreman/Supervisor.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or GED equivalency.
• Experience as a Journeyman Lineman preferred.
• Basic computer skills with a working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Completion of a certified lineman apprenticeship program with copies of completion certificates.
• Valid Class “A” Commercial Driver’s License.
• Physical ability to climb and do heavy manual work.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER