Journeyman Lineman

Priority Dispatch Corp.; Missouri; On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay rates

Daily per diem for qualifying travel

Quarterly bonus opportunities

Storm restoration and mutual-aid

Ongoing training and advancement

Job summary

Priority Dispatch Corp. seeks a Journeyman Lineman to construct, maintain, and repair overhead and underground electrical distribution systems in Kingdom City, MO. The role involves energized/de-energized work, outage response, and safe operation of line equipment.

You will read blueprints, adhere to safety standards, and mentor apprentices while supporting storm response and mutual-aid initiatives. Competitive pay and benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Valid Journeyman Lineman certification recognized by applicable authority.
• Completion of a recognized electrical lineman apprenticeship program.
• Minimum four years of electrical linework experience.
• Experience in energized and de-energized overhead distribution work.
• Valid Class A CDL with a clean driving record; valid DOT medical card.
• Ability to read construction prints, schematics and line maps.
• Ability to safely operate line trucks and heavy equipment; physically capable.

Responsibilities

• Construct, maintain, and repair overhead and underground electrical distribution systems.
• Install poles, transformers, crossarms, insulators, switches, fuses, arrestors and conductors.
• String, sag, splice, and terminate wire and cable.
• Perform energized and de-energized line work with proper safety practices.
• Troubleshoot outages, locate faults, and restore service safely.
• Operate bucket trucks, digger derricks, winches, and other line equipment.
• Climb poles and work from aerial lifts around high-voltage systems.
• Read blueprints, schematics, line maps and work orders; document work.
• Train and mentor apprentices and ground personnel in linework safety.

Skills

Journeyman Lineman certification

Lineman apprenticeship completion

Electrical linework experience

CDL Class A

DOT medical card

Pole climbing readiness

Education

Journeyman Lineman certification

Lineworker apprenticeship completion

Tools

Bucket trucks

Digger derricks

Grounding equipment

Job description

Job Details
Job Location: Kingdom City, MO 65262
Position Type: Full Time

The Journeyman Lineman is responsible for constructing, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing overhead and underground electrical distribution systems. This position performs energized and de-energized line work, responds to outages, operates line equipment, and supports safe, reliable electrical service.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay rates
• Daily per diem for qualifying travel
• Quarterly bonus opportunities
• Storm restoration and mutual-aid opportunities
• Ongoing training and advancement opportunities

Key Responsibilities

• Construct, maintain, and repair overhead and underground electrical distribution systems.
• Install poles, transformers, crossarms, insulators, switches, fuses, arrestors, conductors, and related line equipment.
• String, sag, splice, and terminate wire and cable.
• Perform energized and de-energized line work using approved tools, grounding methods, and protective equipment.
• Troubleshoot outages, locate faults, test equipment, and restore service safely and efficiently.
• Operate bucket trucks, digger derricks, winches, and other line-construction equipment.
• Climb poles and work from aerial lifts around high-voltage systems.
• Read and follow blueprints, schematics, line maps, work orders, and construction specifications.
• Inspect and maintain climbing gear, tools, vehicles, and equipment.
• Complete job briefings, hazard assessments, daily reports, timesheets, and material documentation.
• Follow OSHA, NESC, NEC, lockout/tagout, grounding, and company safety requirements.
• Respond to emergency outages, storm restoration assignments, and after-hours callouts as needed.
• Train and mentor apprentices and ground personnel in proper linework and safety procedures.

Required Qualifications, Skills & Abilities

• Valid Journeyman Lineman certification recognized by the Department of Labor, IBEW, or another applicable authority.
• Completion of a recognized electrical lineman apprenticeship program.
• Minimum four years of electrical linework experience.
• Experience performing energized and de-energized overhead distribution work.
• Knowledge of electrical theory, circuit layouts, grounding, utility infrastructure, and line-construction practices.
• Valid Class A CDL with an acceptable driving record.
• Valid DOT medical card.
• Current Pole Top Rescue, Bucket Truck Rescue, CPR/First Aid, Equi-Potential Grounding, and BuckSqueeze training.
• Ability to read construction prints, schematics, line maps, and work orders.
• Ability to safely operate line trucks, heavy equipment, hand tools, testing equipment, ropes, and rigging.
• Ability to work outdoors in changing weather conditions and travel for storm or mutual-aid assignments.
• Ability to climb poles, work at elevated heights, enter confined spaces, and navigate uneven terrain.
• Ability to perform physically demanding work for extended shifts and lift up to 80 pounds.
• Ability to distinguish wire and cable colors and recognize alarms, signals, and verbal instructions.
• Ability to pass required pre-employment screening.

Preferred Qualifications

• OSHA 10 certification
• Previous storm restoration or mutual-aid experience
• Experience mentoring apprentices or leading line crews

Qualifications