Power Lineman - 3rd year Apprentice / Journey Ephraim City is accepting applications for a Power Lineman - 3rd year Apprentice / Journey in the Power Department. The position performs skilled and progressively responsible work in the construction, maintenance, repair, and operation of the City's overhead and underground electric distribution system. Journey Power Lineman preferred; however, applicants at 3rd year apprentice levels are encouraged to apply. Apprentice placement and compensation will be based on verified IPSA apprenticeship standing, training, experience, and the City's established wage schedule.
EPHRAIM CITY JOB DESCRIPTION POSITION INFORMATION
Job Title Power Lineman Apprentice/Journey Department Power Division Operations Job Code 710 FLSA Status ☐ Exempt ☑ Non-Exempt Reports To Power Director Prepared Date 08/2026 Last Revised 08/2026 GENERAL PURPOSE
- Performs skilled and progressively responsible technical duties associated with the construction, operation, maintenance, repair, and improvement of Ephraim City's electric power distribution system, including overhead and underground facilities, substations, transformers, conductors, metering equipment, street lighting, and related utility infrastructure.
- This classification may be filled at the Apprentice Power Lineman or Journey Power Lineman level, depending upon the applicant's verified education, training, apprenticeship standing, experience, certifications, demonstrated competencies, and the operational needs of the City.
- Employees appointed at the Apprentice level participate in and successfully progress through the City-recognized IPSA apprenticeship program or equivalent program, and perform duties consistent with their verified apprenticeship level, training, demonstrated competency, and authorization.
Employees appointed at the Journey level are expected to independently perform the full range of journey-level line work and may provide technical direction, training, and oversight to apprentices and grounds personnel. List essential functions here
SUPERVISION RECEIVED
Apprentice:
Works under the supervision of the Power Director and technical direction of a Journey or Lead Power Lineman.
Journey:
Works under the general supervision of the Power Director and/or Lead Power Lineman and performs assigned work with greater independence.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED
Apprentice:
None.
Journey:
May provide technical direction and training to apprentices, grounds personnel, and other assigned employees. This is consistent with the City's current Journey Power Lineman description.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Constructs, installs, maintains, and repairs overhead and underground electric distribution systems. Installs and maintains poles, conductors, transformers, meters, switches, insulators, underground cable, and related equipment. Climbs poles and works from aerial devices, trenches, vaults, and other utility work areas. Operates bucket trucks, line trucks, digger derricks, backhoes, and other authorized equipment. Performs or assists with system inspections, testing, troubleshooting, line locating, substations, and electric service connections. Responds to outages and emergencies and assists with restoration of electric service. Uses and maintains line-working tools, vehicles, equipment, and personal protective equipment. Performs tree trimming and removes obstructions affecting electric facilities. Maintains required work, training, equipment, and operational records. Participates in safety meetings, job briefings, on-call assignments, and required training. Communicates professionally with customers, coworkers, contractors, and the public. Performs other related duties as assigned. These duties consolidate the overlapping functions already contained in the City's Apprentice and Journey descriptions.
APPRENTICE LEVEL
Apprentices perform duties consistent with their verified training, apprenticeship level, demonstrated competency, and authorization. Apprentices participate in the City-recognized IPSA apprenticeship program and must successfully complete required classroom instruction, testing, on-the-job training, and skills progression toward Journey Power Lineman qualification.
JOURNEY LEVEL
Journey Power Linemen independently perform the full range of qualified line work, including energized work, system troubleshooting, outage restoration, and advanced construction and maintenance activities. Journey employees may provide technical direction and field training to apprentices.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Apprentice:
High school diploma or equivalent and education, training, or experience sufficient to demonstrate the ability to perform electric utility work. Initial placement within the City's apprenticeship and wage progression will be based on verified IPSA standing, training, testing, documented hours, experience, and demonstrated competencies.
Journey:
High school diploma or equivalent; successful completion of a recognized power line apprenticeship program; and qualification as a Journey Power Lineman.
SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS
Apprentice:
Valid driver's license at time of hire. Must obtain the required Class A or B CDL within six months of hire and maintain it thereafter. Must enroll in and satisfactorily progress through the City's recognized IPSA apprenticeship program. Must obtain and maintain required CPR, First Aid, safety, and related certifications. Must participate in on-call and emergency response assignments.
Journey:
Must possess recognized Journey Power Lineman qualifications acceptable to the City. Must possess and maintain the required CDL. Must maintain required CPR, First Aid, safety, and related certifications. Must participate in on-call and emergency response assignments. Your current Apprentice description already requires progressive apprenticeship testing, CDL, CPR, continuing training, and on-call work; this version simply updates the CDL timing and makes progression clearer.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of electric distribution systems, equipment, materials, safety practices, and utility operations appropriate to the employee's assigned level. Skill in safely using line-working tools, vehicles, equipment, and personal protective equipment. Ability to follow procedures, recognize hazards, work safely around electrical facilities, communicate effectively, maintain records, respond to emergencies, and successfully complete required training and certifications.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Work is primarily performed outdoors and may involve exposure to adverse weather, heights, traffic, construction areas, confined spaces, energized electrical systems, moving equipment, and other hazards associated with electric utility operations. Work requires climbing, standing, walking, bending, reaching, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, and using specialized tools and equipment. Employees must be able to perform assigned duties while wearing required personal protective equipment and respond to emergencies outside normal working hours.
DISCLAIMER
This description summarizes the general nature and level of work performed and is not intended to list every duty or requirement. Ephraim City may modify duties and responsibilities as necessary consistent with City policy and applicable law.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Ephraim City is an equal opportunity employer and provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities as required by law.
Pay:
$32.00 - $42.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching AD&D insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance On-the-job training Paid time off Parental leave Retirement plan Vision insurance
Work Location:
In person
