Journeyman Lineman

Tjader & Highstrom Utility Services, LLC; Wisconsin; Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly Paychecks

Paid Time Off, Parental Leave, and Hol

401(k) with Company Match

Stock Purchase Plan

Education Reimbursement

Legal Insurance

Discounts on gym memberships, pet insu

Job summary

Tjader & Highstrom Utility Services, LLC seeks a Journeyman Lineman for distribution voltage projects across Wisconsin, Minnesota, and Iowa. Regular overnight travel is required with a safety-first approach for rural electric cooperatives and municipal utilities.

The role involves overhead/underground line work, pole climbing, and installing equipment. A $1,000 sign-on bonus is offered after six months, plus overtime opportunities and a broad benefits package.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Authorization to work in the United States.
• Valid state driver's license (not Provisional) with clean record.
• Construction experience preferred, ideally in telecommunications.
• Thorough knowledge of electrical construction for high voltage lines and tools.
• Proficient in pole top and bucket rescue.
• Strong safety knowledge for high voltage work.
• Able to organize, supervise and train others.
• Keep time and material records accurately.
• Follow and understand oral and written instructions.
• Communicate effectively with others.
• CPR and First Aid certification or ability to obtain within 3 months.
• Pass DOT physicals and drug testing.
• Drive company vehicles safely and obey traffic laws.
• Familiar with company policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance, construction, and extension of overhead and underground lines.
• Climb poles and frame, erect and remove poles.
• Install, remove and repair cross arms, transformers, meters, switches, and regulators.
• String conductors for distribution systems.
• Perform tree trimming as needed.
• Operate sectionalizing and isolating equipment in substations.
• Repair overhead and underground line facilities.
• Follow safety policies and wear safety equipment at all times.
• Overtime and storm outage work as needed.
• Evaluate Apprentice progress and abilities.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

18 years or older

Authorization to work in US

Valid driver's license

Construction experience

Electrical construction knowledge

Pole top & bucket rescue

High voltage safety

Supervise/train others

Time & material records

Oral & written instructions

Communication skills

CPR/First Aid cert or ability to get

DOT medical & drug testing

Safe vehicle operation

Policy familiarity

Job description

We are looking for a Journeyman Lineman to work with our distribution voltage projects located in Wisconsin, Minnesota, and Iowa. Our primary customer base is rural electric cooperatives and municipal utilities and regular, overnight travel is required for this position.

What you'll do

We are currently offering a $1,000 sign on bonus if you, as the new employee, stay for 6 months ($500 after 3 months, and another $500 after 6 months)

• Perform electrical line work involved in the maintenance, construction, and extension of overhead and underground electrical power systems
• Ability to climb poles
• Frame, erect and remove poles
• Install, remove and repair cross arms, transformers, transformer racks, switches, voltage regulators, oil circuit-reclosures, capacitors, meters and other electrical apparatus
• String conductor for electrical distribution systems
• Tree trimming as needed
• Operate sectionalizing and isolating equipment within substations
• Repair overhead and underground line facilities
• Responsible for following all safety policies and procedures at all times and properly using safety equipment
• Must be willing to work overtime as needed
• Must be willing to work storm outages and emergencies as called upon
• Evaluate Apprentice progress and abilities
• Other duties as assigned

What you'll need

• To be 18 years of age or older
• Authorization to work in the United States for this company
• Valid state driver's license (cannot be Provisional), including an acceptable driving record
• Previous Construction experience desired, preferably within the telecommunications industry
• Thorough knowledge of all aspects of electrical construction, including construction and maintenance of high voltage lines and the tools and materials commonly used in overhead and underground work
• Must be proficient in pole top and bucket rescue
• Thorough knowledge of necessary safety precautions used in working on high voltage overhead and underground electrical circuits
• Thorough knowledge of applicable laws, codes, and accepted safety practices relating to electrical utility work
• Ability to organize, supervise and train others
• Ability to keep time and material records
• Ability to give, follow and understand oral and written instructions
• Ability to communicate and work effectively with others
• Must be CPR and First Aid certified or possess the ability to obtain such certification within three months of employment
• Must be able to pass required D.O.T physical examinations and drug testing
• Drive company vehicles safely and obey all traffic laws
• Must become familiar with all company policies and procedures

Connecting you to great benefits

• Weekly Paychecks
• Paid Time Off, Parental Leave, and Holidays
• 401(k) w/ Company Match
• Stock Purchase Plan
• Education Reimbursement
• Legal Insurance
• Discounts on gym memberships, pet insurance, and much more!

Why grow your career with us
Your career here is more than just a job - it's your pathway to opportunity. Our hands-on training, supportive environment, and responsive leadership connect you to work with purpose. Our commitment to you extends beyond professional development to a safety-first culture that ensures you can do what you do best, with peace of mind.

Building stronger solutions together
Our company is an equal-opportunity employer - we are committed to providing a work environment where everyone can thrive, grow, and feel connected.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.