Journeyman Lineman

Journeyman Lineman Village of Winnetka, IL Winnetka, IL Job Details Full-time $138,798 - $143,093 a year 2 days ago Benefits Paid training AD&D insurance Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Flexible spending account Tuition reimbursement Paid time off On-the-job training Parental leave Employee assistance program Vision insurance Professional development assistance Life insurance Retirement plan Qualifications Tree trimming Journeyman License Equipment repair Commercial truck driving Utility electrical systems High school diploma or GED Construction Cabling Full Job Description Job Overview The Electric Lineworker installs, repairs, maintains, and relocates overhead and/or underground electric distribution and transmission systems in the Village of Winnetka. Line work includes identifying and repairing defective devices, conduits, cables, wires, transformers, circuit breakers, and switches; inspecting and testing power lines and auxiliary equipment; climbing poles; and operating truck-mounted buckets and power equipment. In addition to normal line work, electric line workers also support the construction, operation, and maintenance of the Village's water distribution system.

Minimum Qualifications:

Graduation from high school or GED equivalent. Four (4) years' minimum work experience as Apprentice Electric Line Worker and successful completion of apprenticeship. Certified Journeyman license Ability to obtain a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class "A"

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Read, clearly speak and legibly write the English language. Advanced knowledge of proper and safe construction, maintenance and repair methods for electric distribution systems and auxiliary equipment. Ability to diagnose problems and repair or replace complex electrical lines and equipment. Skill in safe and proper use and operation of equipment, tools, and hardware used in electric industry. Working knowledge of basic electricity. Ability to properly interpret circuit maps, blueprints, and work orders. Some knowledge of tree trimming and removal. Skill in maintenance and repair of tools, equipment, and electrical hardware. Shifts are typically 8 hours in duration (7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.), 40 hours weekly, but may be extended or altered in the event of emergency, personnel shortage, workload, and/or work in progress. Position has "on-call" responsibilities and may be required to work nights, early mornings, weekends, and/or holidays on short notice. Successful applicant must reside within 60 minutes from the Village of Winnetka to meet on-call response time expectations.

Position Range:

$138,798 - $143,093 annually + overtime Submit Application on the Village of Winnetka's website: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/winnetka

Pay:

$138,798.00 - $143,093.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) AD&D insurance Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance On-the-job training Paid time off Parental leave Professional development assistance Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person