Journeyman Lineman

Poudre Valley REA • Fort Collins, CO

11d

About The Position

Poudre Valley Rural Electric Association is seeking a Journeyman Lineman to perform highly skilled electrical work under the general supervision of the Working Foreman/Lead Lineman. The role includes construction, maintenance, troubleshooting, and retirement of Association facilities, working on energized and de-energized lines, and overseeing Apprentice Linemen and Equipment Operators. The Journeyman Lineman also assists the Lead Lineman with construction, paperwork, and scheduling.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of a qualified apprenticeship program.
• Journeyman Lineman certification.
• First aid/CPR certification, to be obtained within 90 days of hiring.

Nice To Haves

• At least one year of experience following completion of a qualified apprenticeship program.

Responsibilities

• Support the Association’s safety program and adhere to accepted safety practices.
• Direct and train Apprentice Linemen in line construction, maintenance, equipment management, safe work practices, and keeping fleet and job-site areas clean and organized.
• Construct underground and overhead transmission and distribution lines, including digging pole and anchor holes, framing and setting poles and anchors, stringing and sagging lines, armor rodding, installing down guys, connecting conductors and pad-mount gear, and other new construction tasks on energized and de-energized lines.
• Maintain the underground and overhead distribution and transmission electric system, replacing damaged transformers, breakers, regulators, conductors, insulators, meter loops, poles, switch gear, and related equipment on energized and de-energized lines.
• Perform member-service duties, including service changes, troubleshooting service outages, conducting voltage tests, and completing outage reports.
• Complete annual pole-top and bucket rescue requirements within the four-minute time limit established by the American Heart Association.
• Record required data and information in the Association’s Enterprise Software Applications (ESA), including equipment damage, materials usage, and time-entry records.
• Assist the Lead Lineman with construction, paperwork, and scheduling.

Benefits

• Medical, prescription, and dental insurance with 100% employer-paid premiums.
• 401(k) with base and matching contributions.
• Defined benefit pension plan.
• Holistic wellness program.
• Life insurance.
• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Competitive wage.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED