Journeyman Lineman

Tjader & Highstrom Utility Services, LLC.; Town of Hammond (WI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a reputable utility construction firm known for high-quality work and a commitment to safety. As a Journeyman Lineman, you will be part of a dynamic team responsible for maintaining and constructing overhead and underground electrical systems. This role offers the chance to work on diverse projects across Wisconsin and Iowa, with opportunities for professional growth and development. Enjoy a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive work environment that values your contributions. If you're ready to take on new challenges and make a difference in the community, this position is for you.

Benefits

Competitive Pay

Health Insurance: Medical, Dental, Vision

Flexible Spending Accounts

Retirement Savings Plan (401K) with matching

Stock Purchase Plan

Short & Long Term Disability

Paid Holidays and Vacation (PTO)

Qualifications

• Thorough knowledge of electrical construction and maintenance of high voltage lines.
• Must be CPR and First Aid certified within three months of employment.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance, construction, and extension of electrical power systems.
• Evaluate Apprentice progress and ensure safety compliance.

Skills

Electrical construction knowledge

Pole top and bucket rescue proficiency

Safety precautions for high voltage work

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Ability to train others

Education

CPR and First Aid certification

Valid Class 'A' Driver’s License

Tools

Electrical tools and materials

Company vehicles

Job description

We are currently offering a $1,000 sign-on bonus for all new, full time employees ($500 after 3 months, $500 after 6 months)

Overview:

Tjader and Highstrom Utility Services, LLC (d/b/a Moll's Utility Services) is looking for reliable, hard-working, driven individuals to work on a great team. We are looking for a Journeyman Lineman to work with our distribution voltage projects located in Wisconsin and Iowa. Our primary customer base is rural electric cooperatives and municipal utilities.

Responsibilities:

• 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
• Perform other work related activities as requested

Qualifications:

• 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 have and maintain a valid Class “A" Driver’s License with an air brake endorsement and meet all D.O.T. requirements
• 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

Company:

Tjader and Highstrom (DBA- Moll’s Utility Services) was founded in 1945 and has evolved into a highly competitive underground utility construction firm with a reputation for doing high quality work in a timely and efficient manner. With our diversified construction crews, we have the ability to complete a variety of work including underground utilities, aerial, buried cable, fiber optic, directional boring, and fiber and copper splicer. Based in New Richmond, Wisconsin, Tjader and Highstrom has crews working throughout Wisconsin, Minnesota, and other neighboring Midwest States.

Benefits Include:

• Competitive Pay
• Health Insurance: Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Plans
• Flexible Spending Accounts/Health Savings Accounts
• Retirement Savings Plan (401K) with company matching
• Stock Purchase Plan
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Supplemental Life and AD&D Insurance
• Paid Holidays and Vacation (PTO)

Applicants are required to pass all company drug testing, submit to a background check and adhere to all OSHA, state, city/municipality safety requirements and training provided by the company as required.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Our Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind including, based on disability and protected veteran status. The Company's policy is not to discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also the Company's policy to comply with all applicable state and federal laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

The Company also does not consider criminal convictions to be an absolute bar to employment and will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories. Applicants applying for positions in Illinois are not required to disclose arrests or sealed or expunged records of convictions.