Journeyman Line Worker
About The Position
Detroit Lakes Public Utilities is seeking a skilled Journeyman Line Worker to join our Electric Department team. Located in the heart of Minnesota's lakes country, Detroit Lakes offers an exceptional quality of life with outstanding outdoor recreation, excellent schools, a growing community, and the opportunity to enjoy a true work-life balance. As a Journeyman Line Worker, you will perform advanced and highly skilled work in the construction, maintenance, operation, and repair of overhead and underground electric transmission and distribution systems. You'll play a critical role in ensuring reliable electric service while working within a strong safety culture that values teamwork, professionalism, and service.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED
- Successful completion of a certified line worker apprenticeship program (8,000 hours)
- Four (4) years of journey-level line worker experience with rubber glove experience
- Valid Class A CDL driver's license
Nice To Haves
- Minnesota State Journeyman Lineman License
- Experience with municipal, cooperative, or investor-owned utilities
Responsibilities
- Perform advanced and highly skilled work in the construction, maintenance, operation, and repair of overhead and underground electric transmission and distribution systems.
- Ensure reliable electric service.
- Work within a strong safety culture that values teamwork, professionalism, and service.
Benefits
- Competitive wage package
- Minnesota Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA) pension benefits
- Comprehensive health insurance benefits
- Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
- Stable municipal utility employment
- Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
- Strong safety culture and modern utility equipment
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
