Lineman Journeyman

Ameren; Sparta (IL); On-site; USD 75,230,736; Full time

Job summary

A utility company in Illinois seeks candidates for electric line construction roles. Responsibilities include performing overhead line work on transmission and distribution systems under supervision. Candidates must have completed lineman training and possess a High School diploma. A valid Class A Commercial Driver's License is required, along with passing medical tests and drug screenings. The pay is $54.61 per hour with eligibility for annual bonuses based on performance.

Qualifications

• Must have completed A.L.B.A.T. or equivalent lineman training program.
• Possess or have ability to obtain a valid Class A Commercial Driver's License.
• Pass State/Federal licensing requirements, medical testing, and drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Perform overhead line construction and maintenance work.
• Work on electrical transmission and distribution systems.
• Ensure safety standards and compliance.

Skills

Electric line construction

Safety compliance

Equipment operation

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

About Ameren Illinois

Ameren Illinois provides electric transmission and distribution service and natural gas distribution service. Every day, we deliver electricity to 1.2 million electric and 816,000 natural gas customers in central and southern Illinois. We deliver safe, reliable energy to more than 1,200 communities.

Duties

Under direct but not constant supervision, perform a full range of overhead line construction and maintenance work on the electrical transmission, sub‑transmission, distribution, or service systems; to do such work on lines either dead or energized and at all voltages; and to perform similar and less skilled work as required.

Qualifications

• For consideration to this position, candidates MUST have successfully completed A.L.B.A.T. (American Line Builders Apprentice Training) or an equivalent lineman training program.
• Possess a High School diploma or equivalent.
• Possess or have the ability to obtain a valid Class A Commercial Driver's License.
• As a condition of acceptance on this job, candidates who are otherwise qualified will be required to take and pass the appropriate State/Federal driver's licensing requirements, medical testing and drug screening.
• This position is covered by the IBEW bargaining agreement.
• This position requires a 25‑mile residency requirement.

Hourly Pay

Grade Step BE 037 Step 1 of 1 (Top Step) - 54.61 USD. Position is eligible for annual incentive payments based on company performance and subject to sole management discretion. Visit our Benefits & Perks Page for more information on benefits provided to regular full‑time employees.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, genetic information, military service or status, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other class, trait, or status protected by law.