Journeyman Lineworker — Electric Utility (4x10s)

City of Richland; Richland (WA); On-site; USD 69,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Richland seeks a Journey Lineworker to perform skilled installation, construction, maintenance, and repair of the electrical utility distribution and transmission systems. The position requires operating energized lines, climbing, and working with heavy equipment under the IBEW contract.

Subject to 24-hour callout for emergencies; four 10-hour shifts per week. Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma and a Journey Lineworker certification on hire.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Journeyman lineworker certification preferred or required at hire.
• Valid driver’s license with Class A CDL on hire date.
• First Aid/CPR and Flagger certification within 3 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform skilled journey-level installation, maintenance, and repair of electric distribution and transmission systems.
• Work on energized and de-energized lines and perform switching operations.
• Install and construct overhead lines, vaults, conduits, and transformers; maintain dual voltages and lighting systems.
• Read work orders, maps, and construction standards; document daily activities and reports.
• Operate, service, and maintain equipment such as bucket trucks and backhoes; use voltmeters and phase tools.
• Participate in safety meetings, tailboard discussions, and training sessions; support in enforcing safety policies.

Skills

English communication

Safety awareness

Reading maps

Teamwork

Time management

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Bucket truck

Boom truck

Backhoe

Wire pulling equipment

Voltmeter

Phase tools

Hot sticks

Job description

The City of Richland seeks a Journey Lineworker to perform skilled installation, construction, maintenance, and repair of the electrical utility distribution and transmission systems. The position requires operating energized lines, climbing, and working with heavy equipment under the IBEW contract.

Subject to 24-hour callout for emergencies; four 10-hour shifts per week. Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma and a Journey Lineworker certification on hire.