December 10, 2024
Position Opening: Journeyman Lineworker or Apprentice Lineworker
Position Opening: Cando, ND
General: Journeyman/Apprentice Lineworker is responsible for building, maintaining, and repairing overhead and underground electric distribution lines in a safe and efficient manner within accepted operations standards.
This is a full-time position with benefits. Position is hourly based on a 40-hour work week with the possibility of overtime.
Supervisor: Works under the direction of the Line Foreman.
Education and Experience: Apprentice certification from accredited electrical line worker program with a minimum of 6,000 hours logged in the apprenticeship program or a Journeyman Lineworker certification. A valid driver’s license and commercial driver’s license permit required.
Essential and Physical Functions: All duties shall be performed while maintaining and enforcing a very high standard of safety and workmanship. Majority of work occurs outside. Must be able to lift, carry, push, pull or move up to and not limited to 75 pounds in weight. Frequently required to stand, walk, sit, bend, twist and reach. Climbing poles or structures and operates power tools and equipment as needed to perform the tasks required for the position.
Duties: Installing, troubleshooting, maintaining, electrical overhead and underground facilities of various voltages in both energized and de-energized conditions. Other duties may be staking, loading, hauling, setting, framing, stringing, sagging, connecting, trenching, plowing, terminating, tree trimming, repairing, inspecting, locating of electrical facilities, company physical facilities and equipment. Maintain and solicit field, equipment, safety data and information.
Application Timeline: Closing date for this position is January 10, 2025. To apply for the position, please use the button labeled 'Job Application' below to fill out NPEC's application. Send in completed application and cover letter to joshc@nplains.com or mail to:
Northern Plains Electric Cooperative
Attn: Josh Cabler
PO Box 180
Carrington, ND 58421
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Northern Plains Electric Cooperative is an equal opportunity employer.