Line Technician - North Dakota

Great River Energy • Underwood, ND

401d • $99,923 - $117,562

About The Position

The Line Technician position at Great River Energy involves performing and assisting in the operation, construction, and maintenance of transmission lines, substations, and associated equipment. This role requires working at significant heights and handling energized voltages, ensuring safety and efficiency in all tasks. The position emphasizes adherence to safety protocols and effective communication within the team.

Requirements

• Certificate or degree in electrical line work and related courses.
• Three years of line construction and maintenance experience is preferred.
• Knowledge of AC and DC circuits including Ohm's law.
• Knowledge of power, current, and voltage transformers.
• Knowledge of high voltage electrical equipment and ability to perform switching duties when required.
• Knowledge of GRE safety rules, procedures, and guidelines.
• Knowledge of AC power measurement, inductance, capacitance, and power factor.
• Knowledge of pneumatics and hydraulics.
• Ability to maintain a valid Class A CDL and a current medical card.

Nice To Haves

• Skilled at effective communication, including good interpersonal skills as well as written and verbal communication.
• Skill and ability to use personal computers and related software including test equipment software and asset management software.
• Ability to coordinate work or tasks.
• Ability to be self-motivated and work safely alone and with others, without direct supervision.
• Ability to operate heavy equipment used in construction and maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Performs and/or assists in the construction and maintenance of transmission lines, substations, and associated equipment.
• Works at heights of 200 feet plus on energized voltages above 400kV using hot sticking, rubber gloving, and bare handing techniques.
• Keeps supervising manager and lead informed of overall conditions and status of work activities.
• Follows GRE safety rules, procedures, and guidelines.
• Responsible for the safety of all crew members and directing work crew in a safe manner.
• Maintains assigned equipment, tools, and materials for safe and efficient use.
• Operates and performs maintenance on assigned equipment, including heavy equipment.
• Develops and updates maintenance procedures.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Continued education
• On-site workout facility
• Generous retirement plan
• Exceptional benefits and retirement package

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Management of Companies and Enterprises
• Education Level: No Education Listed