Lineman: Power Transmission & Substation Tech

Freeport-McMoRan Inc.; Claypool (AZ); On-site; USD 43,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

401(k) plan with match

Paid time off and holidays

Company-paid life and disability

Job summary

Freeport-McMoRan is seeking an experienced Lineman in Arizona (Claypool/Globe area) to build and maintain high- and low-voltage power lines, install equipment, and perform system maintenance. The role requires an apprenticeship or equivalent experience, a valid driver’s license, and safety certifications.

You may mentor others and work shifts in a 24/7 operation. We offer competitive hourly pay, benefits, and opportunities for advancement; candidates should be able to read electrical schematics

Qualifications

• Completion of an approved Lineman Apprentice program or four years of Lineman experience
• Associate’s degree or trade school certification in a related field with two years of overhead/underground distribution experience
• Valid State Driver’s License with ability to obtain CDL within 90 days of hire
• Knowledge of lock out/tag out procedures (LOTOTO) and NFPA-70E safety standards
• Ability to work from a bucket for long periods and read/interpret technical manuals and schematics

Responsibilities

• Construct and maintain high and low voltage power transmission lines and related structures
• Extend and cutback power lines for site, mine, and substations
• Test, frame, set poles, string lines, install cross arms and anchors
• Perform preventive maintenance on power lines
• Troubleshoot faults on power distribution lines
• Construct and maintain substations, transformers, and metering
• Mentor or train other electrical workers and fill-in supervision as needed
• Perform other duties as required

Skills

Lineman experience

Lineman apprentice completion

CDL within 90 days

Lock out / tag out (LOTOTO)

Ability to work in bucket

Electrical safety knowledge

Education

Lineman Apprentice program completion

Associate’s degree or trade school certification in related field

Job description

Freeport-McMoRan is seeking an experienced Lineman in Arizona (Claypool/Globe area) to build and maintain high- and low-voltage power lines, install equipment, and perform system maintenance. The role requires an apprenticeship or equivalent experience, a valid driver’s license, and safety certifications.

You may mentor others and work shifts in a 24/7 operation. We offer competitive hourly pay, benefits, and opportunities for advancement; candidates should be able to read electrical schematics