The City of Wapakoneta - Member Community Position
About The Position
The City of Wapakoneta is seeking applicants for the position of Lineworker. The Lineworker assists with the performance of repair work and maintenance on electrical power lines, sub stations and systems to maintain power service to City customers assists with the performance of construction and installation of new power lines; assists in stringing primary and secondary above ground lines; assists in stringing and placing primary and secondary under-ground lines; installs and hooks up switches, terminals, etc. prepares service vehicles for repair services, i.e., ensure proper tools, equipment, and replacement items are loaded onto truck performs routine building and grounds maintenance of department’s facilities. The successful applicant will be 18 years of age or older, hold a valid Ohio driver’s license and commercial driver’s license (or be able to obtain it prior to starting), and have at least one year of linework experience. Applicants with certifications relevant to linework are preferred. This position features competitive wages and falls under the Utility Workers Union of America (UWUA) and pay is per contract range ($27.34/hour to $32.58/hour). Benefits include a comprehensive health care package with optional dental and vision, employer-paid life insurance policy, vacation and sick leave, holiday/birthday/personal days, access to the Ohio Public Employees Retirement and Ohio Deferred Compensation programs, and a yearly uniform allowance.
Requirements
- 18 years of age or older
- Hold a valid Ohio driver’s license and commercial driver’s license (or be able to obtain it prior to starting)
- Have at least one year of linework experience
Nice To Haves
- Applicants with certifications relevant to linework are preferred.
Responsibilities
- Assists with the performance of repair work and maintenance on electrical power lines, sub stations and systems to maintain power service to City customers
- Assists with the performance of construction and installation of new power lines
- Assists in stringing primary and secondary above ground lines
- Assists in stringing and placing primary and secondary under-ground lines
- Installs and hooks up switches, terminals, etc.
- Prepares service vehicles for repair services, i.e., ensure proper tools, equipment, and replacement items are loaded onto truck
- Performs routine building and grounds maintenance of department’s facilities
Benefits
- Comprehensive health care package with optional dental and vision
- Employer-paid life insurance policy
- Vacation and sick leave
- Holiday/birthday/personal days
- Access to the Ohio Public Employees Retirement and Ohio Deferred Compensation programs
- Yearly uniform allowance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
