Journeyman Lineman

Poudre Valley REA, Inc; Fort Collins (CO); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Journeyman Lineman to join their team in a dynamic work environment. This role involves performing skilled electrical work, including the construction, maintenance, and troubleshooting of electric facilities. You'll be responsible for overseeing Apprentice Linemen and ensuring adherence to safety practices while providing exceptional service to customers. If you're passionate about energy solutions and enjoy working in a collaborative atmosphere, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a team committed to reliability and efficiency in energy delivery!

Qualifications

• Must have completed a qualified apprenticeship program and possess Journeyman Lineman certification.
• First aid/CPR certification required within 90 days of hiring.

Responsibilities

• Construct and maintain underground and overhead transmission and distribution lines.
• Direct and train Apprentice Lineman on safe work practices and procedures.

Skills

Electrical Work

Safety Practices

Customer Service

Team Leadership

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Journeyman Lineman Certification

First Aid/CPR Certification

Tools

Electric Tools

Heavy Equipment

Job description

Poudre Valley Rural Electric Association is seeking a Journeyman Lineman who wants an exciting work atmosphere and to be a part of a team dedicated to safe, reliable, energy efficient solutions with exceptional service.

Under the general supervision of the Working Foreman/Lead Lineman, this position performs highly skilled electrical work including all types of construction, maintenance, troubleshooting, and retirement of Association facilities. The Journeyman Lineman will work on energized and de-energized lines and oversee the work of the Apprentice Linemen, Equipment Operators, and Groundmen. This position will also assist the Lead Lineman in all areas, including construction, paperwork, and scheduling.

Key Responsibilities

• Demonstrate responsibility and ownership for safety by assisting in the safety program and in maintaining adherence to accepted safety practices.
• Professionally, timely and accurately construct underground and overhead transmission and distribution lines, which includes digging poles and anchor holes, framing poles, setting poles and anchors, stringing, sagging, armor rodding, installing down guys, connecting conductors, pad mount gear, and related new construction tasks on energized and de-energized lines.
• Proficiently maintain daily the underground and overhead distribution and transmission electric system by replacing damaged transformers, breakers, regulators, conductors, insulators, meter loops, and poles, switch gear and related equipment on energized and de-energized lines.
• Directs and trains Apprentice Lineman in the processes, procedures, and safe work practices related to line construction, maintenance, equipment management, and the cleanliness and organization of the fleet and job site areas.
• Frequently perform various duties related to customer service including service changes, troubleshooting service outages, conducting voltage tests, and completing outage reports.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required. Must have completed a qualified apprenticeship program and have a Journeyman Lineman certification.
• One (1) year of experience following completion of a qualified apprenticeship program highly desired.
• First aid/CPR certification required and must be obtained within 90 days of hiring.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Colorado Commercial Driver’s License and operate a company DOT vehicle.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer