Lineman - Student to Journeyman, Great Bend
About The Position
To demonstrate the skills necessary to construct and maintain the electric distribution system by providing high quality electric service to all customers. This role requires a high school graduate with advanced trade knowledge equivalent to one or more years of apprenticeship. Previous work experience as a lineman or a certificate in electric power distribution or electrical power technology from a technical school fulfills this requirement. A minimum of one year of experience in construction and maintenance of electric utility system or other related fields is preferred. The position requires general knowledge of all operational aspects of electrical transmission and distribution systems. The individual must become familiar with the Company Safety Manual, Construction Specifications, Approved List of Materials, National Electric Safety Code, OSHA Rules and Regulations, and the National Electric Code within a reasonable time span. Must have a basic understanding of the construction and operation of an electrical distribution system and the ability to learn and apply construction standards. Should be skilled in teamwork, organizing, planning, and following directions. Must have customer service skills and possess good writing, verbal, and interpersonal skills. Good math aptitude is required. The individual will be required to complete the Midwest Energy Apprentice Lineman Program and demonstrate the aptitude and ability to pass all Company certification requirement tests. Experience in the use of personal computers is preferred. A valid Kansas Driver’s License (CDL Class A) is required. For the Student role, a high school diploma is required, and post-secondary education in a related field is preferred. Within six months, the individual must obtain a Company climbing certificate and acquire a Commercial Driver’s License Class A with a medical card. The individual must be able to demonstrate a basic understanding of the construction and operation of an electrical distribution system and the ability to learn and apply construction standards.
Requirements
- High school graduate plus advanced trade knowledge equivalent to one or more years of apprenticeship.
- Previous work experience as a lineman or a certificate in electric power distribution or electrical power technology from a technical school.
- Basic understanding of the construction and operation of an electrical distribution system.
- Ability to learn and apply construction standards.
- Customer service skills.
- Good writing, verbal, and interpersonal skills.
- Good math aptitude.
- Valid Kansas Driver’s License (CDL Class A).
- High school diploma (for Student role).
- Ability to perform work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
Nice To Haves
- One year of experience in construction and maintenance of electric utility system or other related fields.
- Experience in the use of personal computers (working knowledge of Word and Excel applications).
- Post-secondary education in related field (for Student role).
Responsibilities
- Construct and maintain the electric distribution system.
- Provide high quality electric service to all customers.
- Complete the Midwest Energy Apprentice Lineman Program.
- Pass all Company certification requirement tests.
Benefits
- The wage scale for this position is listed in the Collective Bargaining Agreement.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
