Line Technician

MDU Resources Group, Inc.•Dickinson, ND

36d•$55

About The Position

Responsible for placing safety as #1 priority in day-to-day work routine for self and others. Safely performs all duties associated with the construction, operation, and maintenance of electric distribution and transmission systems. Responds to emergencies, scheduled and unscheduled overtime, after hour calls, and customer complaints. Nothing in this job summary restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Requirements

High school education with lineworker certification or equivalent work experience acceptable to the Company.
Requires a strong mechanical aptitude, troubleshooting skills, and the ability to work independently with minimum supervision.
Possess or acquire a valid commercial motor vehicle driver's license appropriate for the position. (NOTE: Must be 21 to acquire a CDL valid for interstate travel.)
Possess or acquire a valid Crane Operators Certification as required for this position.
Must be able to perform all the essential functions required of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.
Must take all measures necessary to protect networks, devices, programs and data from cyber-attack, damage or unauthorized access.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States, no sponsorships considered.
Subject to pre-employment drug testing and background checks.
Must successfully complete the applicable Apprenticeship Training Program.
Some overnight travel may be required.

Nice To Haves

Journey level Line Technician
Qualified line Worker experienced in overhead and underground electrical systems.
Knowledgeable in working energized high-voltage systems and underground fault locating equipment.
Highly motivated self-starter with good written/oral communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
The successful candidate must have a strong commitment to exceed the needs of the customer and grow the Company's regulated and non-regulated businesses.