Lead Journeyman Lineworker

Wabash Valley Power Alliance•Lebanon, IN

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Boone Power is seeking a Lead Lineworker to oversee and perform the construction, maintenance, and repair of overhead and underground electric distribution systems. This role leads crews in daily operations, ensures safety compliance, and supports outage restoration efforts. The ideal candidate is a skilled Journeyman Lineworker with strong leadership abilities, a commitment to safety, and experience working on energized and de-energized systems. This position plays a critical leadership role in daily field operations, outage response, and system reliability while coordinating closely with internal departments and external stakeholders.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required
Current Journeyman Lineworker certification required
Valid driver’s license required
Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) required
CPR certification required
Pole top and bucket truck rescue certification required
Experience leading crews and overseeing line construction and maintenance activities
Strong knowledge of overhead and underground electric distribution systems
Ability to troubleshoot complex electrical issues
Strong communication and leadership skills
Ability to work in high-pressure and emergency situations

Nice To Haves

Associate degree preferred

Responsibilities

Direct, train, and oversee Lineworkers and Apprentice Lineworkers
Ensure all work is completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with Boone REMC standards
Conduct daily job briefings and debriefings to ensure safety, preparedness, and completion of work
Verify accuracy of completed work, records, and reports
Lead and perform construction, removal, maintenance, and repair of overhead and underground electric distribution systems
Install and remove poles, conductors, transformers, regulators, capacitor banks, and associated equipment
Perform splicing, terminating, and installation of underground and overhead primary and secondary systems
Operate and maintain equipment such as bucket trucks, digger derricks, and other construction tools
Patrol and inspect lines, identifying and resolving system issues
Troubleshoot voltage issues, outages, and equipment failures
Install, inspect, and maintain protective devices such as reclosers, switches, and fuses
Perform substation inspections and maintenance activities
Ensure proper use, care, and inspection of PPE and safety equipment
Follow all company safety rules, procedures, and regulatory requirements
Participate in safety meetings and maintain certifications (CPR, rescue, etc.)
Promote a strong safety culture within the crew
Oversee maintenance, cleanliness, and organization of trucks, tools, and work areas
Ensure proper material handling, stocking, and return of unused or retired materials
Maintain readiness of all assigned equipment and technology devices
Support outage restoration efforts, including after-hours and on-call duties
Coordinate with Engineering, Metering, IT, and other departments on field operations
Communicate with members, contractors, and external stakeholders regarding service work and outages
Assist with service connections, meter work, and system improvements