Journeyman Lineman – Cleveland Utilities Authority

Tennessee Valley Public Power Association, Inc.; Cleveland (TN); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Journeyman Lineman to join their team in Cleveland, Tennessee. This role involves maintaining and constructing vital electrical transmission and distribution systems, ensuring safety and compliance with industry standards. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in electrical maintenance, a high school diploma or GED, and experience in training apprentices. If you possess the physical ability for heavy manual work and are ready to take on call duty after training, this is an exciting opportunity to contribute to essential utility services in your community.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; lineman apprenticeship completion preferred.
• Experience as a Journeyman Lineman is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and construct electrical distribution and transmission systems.
• Train apprentice linemen and ensure safety procedures are followed.

Skills

Electrical Maintenance

Safety Procedures

Training and Instruction

Basic Computer Skills

Climbing Skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Certified Lineman Apprenticeship

Tools

Ladders

Aerial Lift Trucks

Job description

Journeyman Lineman – Cleveland Utilities Authority

Jan 21, 2025

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.

Physical ability to climb and do heavy manual work.

APPLY:

Qualified applicants should submit a resume by Friday, February 14, 2025, to: