Line Mechanic Apprentice - 1st 6 Months in Field Ops

Bhe Gt&S; Knoxville (IA); Hybrid; USD 39,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Bhe Gt&S in Knoxville, IA is seeking a field technician responsible for the installation, maintenance and inspection of electrical infrastructure. You will work with poles, transformers, meters, and distribution equipment, while adhering to safety rules and reporting field activities.

The role involves reading meters, operating switches, locating underground utilities, and occasionally training junior staff. Class A CDL and CIP certification support are essential for success.

Qualifications

• CDL Class A license is required.
• CIP certification is preferred or required depending on role.
• Ability to perform essential functions with or without accommodation.

Responsibilities

• Installs, changes, transfers, moves and removes poles, hardware, transformers, and related electrical components.
• Inspects and repairs poles, towers, meters, and electrical equipment as part of construction and maintenance.
• Reads meters and operates electrical switches in transmission and distribution circuits.
• Locates underground utilities and communicates findings to teams.
• Drives and manages truck, tools, and equipment; leads or trains other employees as needed.

Skills

CDL Class A

CIP certification

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CIP certification

Job description

Bhe Gt&S in Knoxville, IA is seeking a field technician responsible for the installation, maintenance and inspection of electrical infrastructure. You will work with poles, transformers, meters, and distribution equipment, while adhering to safety rules and reporting field activities.

The role involves reading meters, operating switches, locating underground utilities, and occasionally training junior staff. Class A CDL and CIP certification support are essential for success.