Lineman - Student to Journeyman, Oakley

Midwest Energy, Inc.; Kansas; On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Midwest Energy, Inc. in Kansas is seeking an entry-level to journeyman lineman to support construction and maintenance of the electric distribution system.

The role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and adherence to company standards while delivering high-quality service to customers. The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, relevant apprenticeship knowledge or a distribution technology certificate, and a valid Kansas CDL Class A with medical card.

Qualifications

• Basic understanding of the construction and operation of an electrical distribution system.
• Ability to learn and apply construction standards.
• Strong teamwork, organizing, and planning skills.
• Customer service, writing, verbal, and interpersonal skills.
• Good math aptitude; able to pass company certification tests.
• Must have valid Kansas Driver’s License (CDL Class A).
• Apprentice Lineman Program participation.

Responsibilities

• Construct and maintain the electric distribution system.
• Provide high-quality electric service to customers.
• Follow company safety rules and construction standards.

Skills

Teamwork

Organizing

Planning

Following directions

Customer service

Writing

Verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Math aptitude

Learning ability

PC skills

Education

High school diploma

Electrical power distribution certificate

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

GENERAL FUNCTION:

To demonstrate the skills necessary to construct and maintain the electric distribution system by providing high quality electric service to all customers.

EDUCATION:

High school graduate plus advanced trade knowledge equivalent to one or more years of apprenticeship is required. Previous work experience as a lineman or a certificate in electric power distribution or electrical power technology from a technical school fulfills this requirement.

EXPERIENCE:

A minimum of one year of experience in construction and maintenance of electric utility system or other related fields is preferred.

JOB KNOWLEDGE:

Must possess general knowledge of all operational aspects of electrical transmission and distribution systems within a reasonable time span. Must become familiar with the Company Safety Manual, Construction Specifications, Approved List of Materials, National Electric Safety Code, OSHA Rules and Regulations, and the National Electric Code within a reasonable time span.

ABILITIES AND SKILLS:

Must have a basic understanding of the construction and operation of an electrical distribution system and the ability to learn and apply construction standards. Should be skilled in the areas of teamwork, organizing, planning, and following directions to enhance the efforts of the crew. Must have customer service skills and possess good writing, verbal, and interpersonal skills. Good math aptitude required. Will be required to complete the Midwest Energy Apprentice Lineman Program. Must demonstrate the aptitude and ability to pass all Company certification requirement tests. Experience in the use of personal computers is preferred (working knowledge of Word and Excel applications). A valid Kansas Driver’s License (CDL Class A) is required.

Student:

High school diploma is required. Post-secondary education in related field is preferred. Within six months, the individual must obtain Company climbing certificate and acquire a Commercial Driver’s License Class A with a medical card. Individual must be able to demonstrate a basic understanding of the construction and operation of an electrical distribution system and the ability to learn and apply construction standards.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Major portion of workday involves general activities of line construction, including construction and maintenance. Approximately 30% of the workday is spent standing, 30% sitting and/or driving and another 40% walking. Linemen will occasionally lift up to 100 lbs. Carrying up to 50 lbs. is done occasionally. This is a safety sensitive position and is subject to drug testing. Individual must have the ability to perform work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner. Subject to call 24 hours per day, including weekends and holidays. Subject to long periods of work. Work involves outside work in all types of weather.

WAGES:

The wage scale for this position is listed in the Collective Bargaining Agreement.