Apprentice Lineman

Poudre Valley REA•Fort Collins, CO

11d•Onsite

About The Position

Poudre Valley Rural Electric Association is seeking an Apprentice Lineman who wants an exciting work atmosphere and to be a part of a team dedicated to exceptional service. The Apprentice Lineman, with supervision, performs construction and maintenance of the electric system as directed. A successful Apprentice Lineman will complete and demonstrate the skills, knowledge, and responsibilities in each step of the apprentice training program as defined in the Association’s Standards of Apprenticeship, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required
Completion of an accredited line worker training school or 2 years of related electric utility experience is required.
First aid/CPR certification required and must be obtained within 90 days of hiring.

Nice To Haves

Experience operating mechanical and electrical tools is preferred.

Responsibilities

Demonstrate responsibility and ownership for safety by assisting in the safety program and in maintaining adherence to accepted safety practices.
Construct underground and overhead transmission and distribution lines, including digging pole and anchor holes, framing poles, setting poles and anchors, stringing, sagging, installing down guys, connecting conductors, and installing pad mount gear on energized and de-energized lines.
Maintain the underground and overhead distribution and transmission electric system by replacing damaged equipment such as transformers, breakers, regulators, conductors, insulators, meter loops, poles, and related equipment on energized and de-energized lines.
Climb poles to perform job functions such as changing insulators, laying-up wire, and installing transformers.
Operate heavy equipment such as digger trucks, bucket trucks, and pick-up trucks.
Perform switching procedures with hot sticks and/or handles to transfer load or isolate line.
Read and understand PVREA service maps and submit any changes to the Operations department supervisors.
Coordinate with warehouse personnel the acquisition and disposal of materials used for construction, operation, and maintenance of the electric system.