Lineworker Iowa Lakes Electric Cooperative

Northwest Iowa Community College; Iowa (LA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

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Job summary

Iowa Lakes Electric Cooperative (ILEC) is seeking a Lineworker for the Pocahontas, Iowa, Service Center. The role involves overhead and underground distribution line construction, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair, with duties including responding to outages and emergencies.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or equivalent, completion of a Power Line Technology program, 3–4 years of linework experience (or Journeyman status), and a valid Iowa Class A CDL.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of a Power Line Technology program or equivalent lineworker training is required.
• Three to four years of linework experience or Journeyman Lineworker status is preferred.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Iowa Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).
• Must successfully complete a pre-employment drug test.
• Must reside within, or be willing to relocate to, the designated service area and meet the residency requirements for the assigned service center.
• Working knowledge of electric distribution system construction, operation, maintenance, REA/RUS line construction specifications, the National Electric Safety Code, and basic electrical theory including single- and multi-phase systems, transformers, and metering.
• Strong communication, interpersonal and customer service skills with a demonstrated commitment to safety.

Responsibilities

• Perform overhead and underground electrical distribution line construction, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair in a safe and efficient manner.
• Respond to outages and emergency situations as required.
• Safely operate vehicles, equipment, and tools used to construction and maintain overhead and underground electric distribution facilities.
• Follow all safety regulations, Cooperative policies, and industry standards while performing assigned duties.
• Assist with other operations and service center functions as needed.

Skills

Linework experience

Journeyman Lineworker

CDL

Communication skills

Safety awareness

Electrical theory

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Power Line Technology program

Job description

Iowa Lakes Electric Cooperative

Lineworker – Pocahontas, IA Service Center

Iowa Lakes Electric Cooperative (ILEC) is seeking a qualified applicant for the position of Lineworker at our Pocahontas, Iowa, Service Center.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform overhead and underground electrical distribution line construction, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair in a safe and efficient manner.
• Respond to outages and emergency situations as required.
• Safely operate vehicles, equipment, and tools used to construction and maintain overhead and underground electric distribution facilities.
• Follow all safety regulations, Cooperative policies, and industry standards while performing assigned duties.
• Assist with other operations and service center functions as needed.

Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of a Power Line Technology program or equivalent lineworker training is required.
• Three to four years of linework experience or Journeyman Lineworker status is preferred.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Iowa Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).
• Must successfully complete a pre-employment drug test.
• Must reside within, or be willing to relocate to, the designated service area and meet the residency requirements for the assigned service center.
• Working knowledge of electric distribution system construction, operation, maintenance, REA/RUS line construction specifications, the National Electric Safety Code, and basic electrical theory including single- and multi-phase systems, transformers, and metering.
• Strong communication, interpersonal and customer service skills with a demonstrated commitment to safety.

Compensation is commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Benefits:

• ILEC offers a competitive benefits package including IAEC and NRECA retirement and insurance programs.

Applications will be accepted until August 14, 2026.

Iowa Lakes Electric Cooperative is an electric distribution cooperative headquartered in Estherville, Iowa. ILEC serves approximately 13,200 members and owns and maintains 4,800 miles of distribution line. Additional information is available at www.ilec.coop.

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