Lineman I, II, III, IV, or Journey Level

Tri-State Generation and Transmission Association, Inc.•Cheyenne, WY

10d•$47 - $67

About The Position

The Lineman performs construction and maintenance work on transmission conductors, structures, and equipment, both energized and de-energized, in accordance with specifications and guidance from Tri-State engineering staff. The role carries out work orders, interprets prints, and prepares time sheets, material tickets, and field and inspection reports. It also maintains first-aid capability, including pole-top resuscitation and the ability to remove an injured worker from a structure. The position may be filled at one of five job grades based on the selected candidate’s qualifications and experience and Tri-State’s business needs: Lineman I (T2), Lineman II (T3), Lineman III (T4), Lineman IV (T5), or Journey Level Lineman (T6). The position requires dependable performance of essential duties to support continuous electric service, and the ability to work overtime at any time of day or week. It involves strenuous outdoor work, climbing structures up to 300 feet, overnight travel, and work under unusual conditions such as storms, extreme temperatures, wind, and darkness. The employee must reside within a 60-minute response time of the base location.

Requirements

Associate degree in electric utility line work or a related discipline, an acceptable Line School certificate of completion, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Four years of appropriate experience, including at least one year as a Lineman IV at Tri-State, or acceptable equivalent experience, for the Journey Level qualification; candidates with less experience may be hired at a trainee or lower Lineman grade as appropriate.
Good health and physical ability adequate for strenuous work.
Ability to climb wooden and steel structures up to 300 feet.
Thorough knowledge of the layout and characteristics of electrical transmission lines in the area.
Considerable skill in performing work according to standard methods of procedure.
Ability to exercise judgment in making decisions and, when assigned, direct a group of workers.
Ability to apply artificial respiration on or off the ground and render practical first aid.
Ability to meet all Department of Transportation requirements.
A valid driver’s license; overnight travel is required.
If not already holding a valid CDL, ability to obtain one within six months of hire or selection.
Willingness and ability to work extra and irregular hours as utility needs require, and to work under unusual or special conditions, including storms, extreme temperatures, wind, and darkness.
Residence within a 60-minute response time of the base location.

Responsibilities

Perform, supervise, and train others in construction and maintenance on transmission conductors, structures, and equipment, both energized and de-energized.
Carry out work order assignments, interpret prints, and prepare daily time sheets, material tickets, and field and inspection reports as required.
Maintain a first-aid card and the ability to perform pole-top resuscitation and remove an injured worker from a structure if necessary.
Ensure co-workers observe safety rules.
Maintain a Commercial Driver’s License as required for operating DOT-regulated vehicles and operate automotive equipment.
Set up safe clearance with dispatchers and operating personnel.
Lead and direct the crew in the absence of the Line Foreman or Senior Lineman, including planning and laying out work assignments and directing job routing and execution.
Assess the condition of lines, equipment, and rights-of-way while performing regular duties and advise the Line Foreman of defects or conditions requiring attention.
Ensure equipment is maintained in ready-working condition.
Restore service promptly during outages.
Perform other work of equal or lesser skill within individual capabilities to meet emergencies or other operating needs.
Comply with applicable electric utility regulations, laws, standards, best practices, and company compliance policies and programs.
Demonstrate and promote behavior consistent with Tri-State’s cooperative principles, culture, core values, Board policies, and business practices.