Line Technician Apprentice I - Journey
About The Position
We are looking for a motivated individual with a strong work ethic, a willingness to learn, and a desire to build a rewarding career in the electric utility industry! Join our crew as a Line Technician Apprentice I – Journey in Great Bend, KS; get hands-on experience inspecting, maintaining, and repairing high-voltage transmission lines and substations while working alongside experienced Line Technicians. Build valuable skills in everything from climbing structures and setting poles to operating equipment, installing electrical components, and maintaining critical power infrastructure. When emergencies arise, you’ll be part of the team helping restore reliable service—sometimes in challenging weather and after hours. If you’re ready to work hard, learn a skilled trade, work outdoors, and play an essential role in keeping Kansas powered, this is your opportunity to get started! Opportunities: Gain experience and training in an electric transmission utility to further your career. Interact with a variety of individuals ranging from Members to landowners. Receive outstanding benefits including a company funded pension and low health insurance premiums. Provide support to provide reliable, affordable energy to people in central and western Kansas.
Requirements
- High School Diploma.
- Successful completion of the Construction and Skilled Trades Selection System (CAST) Test.
- Must be able to obtain and maintain a Class A Manual Commercial Driver's License (CDL) within six months of employment.
- Refer to the Responsibility Outline and Physical and Mental Requirements for a complete list of qualifications.
Nice To Haves
- Completion of a recognized Line Technician Program is strongly preferred.
- Experience with electric distribution lines, transmission lines, or substation construction is strongly preferred.
Responsibilities
- Inspecting, maintaining, and repairing high-voltage transmission lines and substations.
- Climbing structures and setting poles.
- Operating equipment.
- Installing electrical components.
- Maintaining critical power infrastructure.
- Restoring reliable service during emergencies, sometimes in challenging weather and after hours.
- Interacting with a variety of individuals ranging from Members to landowners.
- Providing support to deliver reliable, affordable energy to people in central and western Kansas.
Benefits
- Company funded pension
- Low health insurance premiums
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
