T-Line Mechanic Journey Only

ISU Research Park; Marshalltown, Northern (IA, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

ISU Research Park is seeking a skilled lineman to construct, repair, and maintain overhead and underground electrical transmission and distribution lines and related equipment to serve customers safely. Responsibilities include installing conductors, climbing poles, operating heavy equipment, restoring service after outages, meeting safety standards, and maintaining street lighting infrastructure.

Applicants must report fit for duty, be able to pass drug testing, and hold Class A CDL along with

Qualifications

• Must have mechanical skills and be able to work in a team setting.
• Capable communicator and courteous with the public.
• May be required to be certified to apply herbicides.

Responsibilities

• Construct, dismantle, maintain, operate, patrol and repair electric transmission and distribution lines and equipment.
• Install, tension, tie in and remove conductors; install and maintain street lighting equipment.
• Operate heavy construction equipment and restore service after outages promptly and safely.

Skills

Mechanical skills

Team player

Clear communicator

Education

High School Diploma

IBEW apprenticeship

Journeyman certificate

Job description

Construct, dismantle, maintain, operate, patrol and repair de-energized and energized, overhead and underground transmission and distribution lines and all associated equipment to serve and maintain service to electrical customers.

What you will do

• Install, tension, tie in and remove conductors.
• Install, frame and climb poles and structures. Remove disassemble same.
• Operate basket trucks, digger trucks, trenchers, backhoes and other various construction equipment.
• Restore electric service lost due to weather, equipment failure, or whatever cause, in a safe and prompt manner.
• Install and maintain street and security lighting equipment.
• Operate and maintain hydraulic tools and systems.
• Install underground electrical equipment including cable, switchgear, cable terminations and other related gear.
• Know and understand safety and construction standards.
• CPR and First Aid.
• Must report to work fit for duty and free from the effects of drug and alcohol abuse.

Education Requirements

High School Diploma Required

Required Experience

• Equivalent to four-year formal apprenticeship training such as the I.B.E.W.
• Journeyman lineman certificate or equivalent, CPR and First Aid.
• May be required to be certified to apply herbicides.
• 4 or more years experience in line construction, operation, maintenance work or equivalent.

Other Requirements

• This position is subject to DOT drug and alcohol testing requirements under 49 CFR Part 40 and FMCSA regulations (Part 382
• Obtain and maintain Class "A" CDL

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Must have mechanical skills, ability to work in a team setting, capable communicator
• Ability to be courteous and tactful with the public
• Will be required to work irregular hours during storm emergencies and as needed

Key Skills

Our people are passionate about what they do, the product they sell, and the customers they serve. If you're looking for an opportunity to be a part of a work family that values collaboration, innovation and dedication, we're the right company for you.