Apprentice Power Line Worker

Provo City Corporation•Provo, UT

2d•$33 - $45

About The Position

Provo City is hiring an Apprentice Power Line Worker to install, maintain, and repair power distribution lines and equipment for the Energy department. This position is a four-year apprenticeship program with increasing responsibility connected to Provo’s electrical power distribution system.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent (GED).
Any training or experience that demonstrates an ability to perform the work.
A valid, lawful Class A commercial driver license.
Within one year of hire, must successfully complete the IPSA’s corresponding exam for an Apprentice Power Line Worker.

Responsibilities

Assist, connect, install, maintain, and repair energized overhead and underground power transmission lines.
Operate line trucks, line working apparatus, and heavy equipment.
Troubleshoot power distribution equipment to determine problem.
Replace and repair fuse, grounds, and other electrical devices.
Work secondary voltages of 300 volts or less, unassisted with little or no supervision.
Work on 15,000-volt single phase lines with the guidance of a journey-level Power Line Worker.
Make connections and disconnections for customers.
Explain problems to public.
Assisting other employees as needed and perform other related duties as required.

Benefits

generous employer-paid health insurance
retirement and pension plans, including 401k and 401k matching
paid leaves, including vacation, sick, holidays, bereavement, and parental leaves
educational assistance
competitive pay
regular review of compensation practices to remain competitive with the market
free use of the Provo Recreation Center and Peaks Ice Arena
a Provo Library card
50% off green fees at Timpanogos Golf Course
a 4/10 work schedule