Journeyman Lineman
Journeyman Lineman
Franklin PUD has an opening for a Journeyman Lineman who is responsible for the construction and maintenance of overhead and underground electrical distribution/transmission systems, substation construction/ maintenance, and switching distribution/transmission voltages.
The Journeyman Lineman is responsible for the construction and maintenance of overhead and underground electrical distribution and transmission systems, substation construction and maintenance, and switching for both distribution and transmission voltages. The position works under the direction of the crew Foreman.
Job Specifications:
Education and experience: High School diploma or equivalent, successful completion of an apprentice program, including classroom and work hours, and attainment of electrical line workers journey level status. Two years of journey level work experience is preferred but not required.
Skills, knowledge and abilities: Thorough understanding of electrical theory and the safety regulations and work methods associated with electrical line work. Understanding of line construction and maintenance. Ability to safely and effectively operate the tools of the trade and the heavy and light equipment associated with electrical line work. Ability to possess a valid Washington State Driver's License and Class A CDL. Ability to possess a valid CPR/First Aid certification and Flagger's card, and willingness to perform. Ability to communicate in an effective manner, demonstrating job knowledge. Ability to work in a team environment.
Maintaining a permanent, primary residence in Pasco or within a reasonable response time to Pasco Headquarters is required.
Applicant must have attained the electrical line workers journey level status.
Equal Opportunity Employer: Minorities/Women/Veterans/ Disabled