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NORTHWEST PUBLIC POWER ASSOCIATION.

Journeyman Lineman

Pay: $58.48/hr

Posted: 3 weeks ago

Location: Challis, ID (Onsite)

Last Updated: 3 weeks ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 9/20/2026

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A Utility Line Technician services and repairs underground electrical lines for construction projects or for homeowners, using maps and electronic equipment.

$116,609 / year median in Idaho

+11% projected growth

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Job Description

JOURNEYMAN LINEMAN

Salmon River Electric Cooperative, Inc., an Idaho based electric utility, has a position available for a Journeyman Lineman. This position will report to our headquarters in Challis, Idaho. Challis is a small rural community nestled at the gateway of the Frank Church Wilderness, the largest designated primitive area in the Continental U.S. Challis is a great family-oriented community, and the area abounds with recreational opportunities.

Qualifications:

Successful completion of an approved apprentice training program and/or journeyman lineman certification required. Must have or be able to obtain an Idaho Class A Commercial Drivers License. Must pass a job-related pre-employment physical examination and drug screening test.

Requirements:

Performance of all responsibilities required of journeyman lineman status including, construction, maintenance and repair of overhead and underground distribution and transmission systems. Rotational on-call duties. Knowledge of RUS construction standards and experience with hot sticks is preferable. OSHA certifications. We offer competitive benefits. Pay will be $58.48 beginning January 1, 2026. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. To apply, submit your cover letter, resume, and references to: Dennis Swindell, Operations Superintendent Salmon River Electric Co-op Inc. P.O. Box 384 Challis, ID 83226

Phone:

(208) 879-2283 ext. 106

Fax:

(208) 879-2596

Email:

dennis@srec.org