Local Journeyman Lineman — Stable Municipal Utility

City of Naperville; Aurora (IL); On-site; USD 72,000 - 102,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Naperville’s Electric Utility seeks an experienced Journeyman Lineman to install, maintain, test, troubleshoot, and inspect the electric utility system and related facilities in Naperville.

The Lineman – EM handles overhead high voltage lines, locates underground cables, and works in confined spaces near energized equipment, with union protections and a local, long‑term career. This full‑time, on‑site role requires CDL, ALBAT or equivalent training and a strong commitment to safety.

Qualifications

• One year of journey-level electrical line maintenance experience following an approved apprenticeship.
• ALBAT or comparable training certification.
• A high school diploma or equivalent, supplemented by advanced technical training in electrical maintenance or a related field.
• A valid State of Illinois Commercial Driver's License (CDL).

Responsibilities

• Uses an aerial bucket, hot stick tools, gloves and sleeves to install and repair overhead high voltage lines.
• Troubleshoots, locates, isolates, and repairs overhead lines and underground cables.
• Performs work in energized manholes or similar locations and structures.
• Installs transformers, switch modules, cables, conduits, and other components of the electric utility system.
• May conduct/document inspections of electric utility construction projects within the City’s jurisdiction.
• May make on-site observations of electric construction work and assist contractors in problem resolution.
• Assists in care of equipment and tools used in electric utility construction and maintenance work.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Skills

Lineman experience

Electrical maintenance

CDL

Education

High school diploma

Advanced technical training in electrical maintenance

Job description

The City of Naperville’s Electric Utility seeks an experienced Journeyman Lineman to install, maintain, test, troubleshoot, and inspect the electric utility system and related facilities in Naperville.

The Lineman – EM handles overhead high voltage lines, locates underground cables, and works in confined spaces near energized equipment, with union protections and a local, long‑term career. This full‑time, on‑site role requires CDL, ALBAT or equivalent training and a strong commitment to safety.