LADWP - $96.90* ; $202,327.20

Powerlineman

Los Angeles (CA)

On-site

USD 182,094 - 222,559

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages
Generous benefits
Overtime opportunities
Year-round sunshine

Job summary

The Los Angeles Department of Water and Power (LADWP) is looking for qualified journey-level line workers to join their team. As a journey-level line worker, you'll provide essential power by constructing and maintaining overhead electric lines.

Enjoy competitive hourly wages of $96.90 and generous benefits while working in the sunny environment of Los Angeles. Candidates must have completed an IBEW apprenticeship and hold a valid journey-level card.

Qualifications

  • Journey-level line workers proficient in the construction, maintenance, and repair of energized overhead electric sub transmission and distribution lines.
  • Completion of a certified IBEW apprenticeship program and possession of a valid journey-level line worker card.
  • New hires must obtain a California commercial driver's license if coming from out of state.

Skills

Proficient in construction and maintenance of overhead electric lines
Valid journey-level line worker card
Commercial driver's license

Education

Completion of IBEW apprenticeship program

Job description

The Los Angeles Department of Water and Power (LADWP) has immediate openings for qualified journey-level line workers. At LADWP, you’ll make a difference by providing the power supply that runs industry, commerce, and households throughout the City of Los Angeles. You’ll also enjoy competitive wages, generous benefits, and year-round sunshine.

Electric Distribution Mechanic (3879), EDM

Wages Hourly: $96.90*; Annual $202,327.20*

Overtime opportunities currently available

Description:

Journey-level line workers proficient in the construction, maintenance, and repair of energized overhead electric sub transmission and distribution lines or equipment.

Requirements:

  • Completion of a certified International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) apprenticeship program and possession of a valid (current) journey-level line worker card issued by IBEW
  • New hires with a valid out-of-state commercial driver’s license will have to obtain a California commercial driver’s license upon accepting the position

*After enrollment in underground cross-training program

For more information regarding our current journey-level line worker openings and upcoming apprentice lineman/splicer positions, please contact:

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