Line Technician Apprentice I - Journey

Sunflower Electric Power Corporation; Great Bend (KS); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company funded pension

Low health insurance premiums

Job summary

Sunflower Electric Power Corporation in Great Bend, KS is seeking a motivated Line Technician Apprentice I – Journey to gain hands-on experience inspecting, maintaining, and repairing high-voltage transmission lines and substations. You will work alongside experienced Line Technicians outdoors, climb structures, install components, and support reliable power delivery.

This apprenticeship emphasizes learning a skilled trade, safety, and teamwork, with company-supported benefits and opportunities

Qualifications

• Willingness to learn and strong work ethic.
• Interest in building a career in the electric utility industry.
• Ability to work outdoors and in variable weather.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, maintain, and repair high-voltage transmission lines and substations.
• Climb structures and set poles as part of field work.
• Operate and familiarize with equipment used in line maintenance.
• Assist in restoring power during outages and emergencies.

Job description

We are looking for a motivated individual with a strong work ethic, a willingness to learn, and a desire to build a rewarding career in the electric utility industry!Join our crew as a Line Technician Apprentice I – Journey in Great Bend, KS;get hands-on experience inspecting, maintaining, and repairing high-voltage transmission lines and substations while working alongside experienced Line Technicians. Build valuable skills in everything from climbing structures and setting poles to operating equipment, installing electrical components, and maintaining critical power infrastructure. When emergencies arise, you’ll be part of the team helping restore reliable service—sometimes in challenging weather and after hours. If you’re ready to work hard, learn a skilled trade, work outdoors, and play an essential role in keeping Kansas powered, this is your opportunity to get started!

Opportunities:

• Gain experience and training in an electric transmission utility to further your career.
• Interact with a variety of individuals ranging from Members to landowners.
• Receive outstanding benefits including a company funded pension andlow health insurance premiums.
• Provide support to provide reliable, affordable energy to people in central and western Kansas.