Lineman - Journeyman

Benton County Public Utility District 1•Kennewick, WA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Keeping Our Community Connected, One Line at a Time. Full-Time Non-Exempt | Bargaining Position | 4-10s Schedule: Monday - Thursday At Benton PUD, our goal is simple: keep the lights on for our community. We're looking for a skilled Journeyman Lineman who takes pride in safe, high-quality work, thrives in a team environment, and is committed to serving our customers when they need us most. If you're experienced in overhead and underground line construction and maintenance, value reliability, safety, teamwork, and mutual respect, and are ready to make a difference every day, we want to hear from you. Join a team where your work directly impacts the communities we serve. Apply today and help power Benton County. The primary purpose of this position is to operate all line equipment used in construction, maintenance and removal of overhead and underground power lines, working under the direction of the Lineman Foreman or supervisor. Currently in need of Full Time work for up to 6 months.

Requirements

High School or equivalent GED and satisfactory completion of a Lineman Apprenticeship Program
Journeyman certification in Lineman craft
Primary residence within 20 miles of Kennewick Headquarters (for Kennewick Location)
Primary residence within 20 miles of Prosser Headquarters or within 30 miles of Prosser Headquarters provided the additional 10 mile difference results in closer proximity to the Tri-Cities area (i.e., Kennewick, Pasco, Richland, West Richland) (for Prosser Location)
Must possess and maintain a Washington State Class "A" CDL and associated Medical Examiners Certification. If in possession of a CDL from another State, must transfer to a Washington State Class "A" CDL within 30 days of hire.
Flagging/traffic control certifications and valid First Aid and CPR certification cards or obtain within 12 months of hire
Basic computer skills or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire
Ability to climb power poles
Excellent communication skills
Familiarity with the National Electrical Safety Code (NESC) as adopted by the State of Washington

Nice To Haves

Prefer experience with GIS mapping systems and hot-stick use

Responsibilities

Support the District's mission to serve our customers and foster a positive workplace by personally choosing behavior aligned with our values and ethical code.
Responsible for completing assigned work in a safe efficient, manner that is in conformance with all applicable regulations by using safety equipment, such as wearing personal protective equipment and understanding the Accident Prevention Manual.
Responsible for construction of all phases of overhead and underground line work by exhibiting a full understanding of all phases of District electrical standards, practices and operating instructions; and accurately reading and interpreting construction drawings.
Ensure District system reliability by repairing, maintaining and troubleshooting all overhead and underground transmission and distribution power lines and associated equipment.
Contribute to serving customer needs by operating all line equipment used in construction, maintenance and removal of overhead and underground power lines.
Responsible for maintaining system reliability by performing maintenance, construction and switching for both distribution and transmission voltages.
Complete other duties as assigned to meet team, department and organizational goals.