Journeyman Lineman

Tanner Electric Cooperative is seeking a Journeyman Electrical Lineworker to join our team in North Bend, Washington. This position performs a wide range of work, including construction, maintenance, and operation of our overhead and underground transmission and distribution system, operation of equipment, and some interaction with co-op members. This is a full-time, bargaining unit position. $20,000 bonus offered with a 2-year retention requirement

Duties: Construct, install, and maintain overhead/underground electrical power lines and auxiliary equipment.

Responsibilities include the demonstrated ability to safely :

• Work above ground on poles or steel towers in all types of weather and at night
• Make emergency repairs
• Operate man lift equipment, including boom trucks, bucket trucks, or other specialized equipment above, on, or near energized lines
• String, splice, transfer, and sag wire on energized/de-energized circuits using a variety of types of tools, splices, and connectors
• Construct, install, remove, transfer, maintain, and repair: transformers, current transformers, meters, switches, circuit breakers, all overhead/URD equipment and devices, poles, cross arms, insulators, guys, using a variety of hand tools, power tools, and equipment
• Perform line switching/sectionalizing as directed. Phase and connect circuits under load. Balance circuits as required
• Inspect lines, poles, and URD/above-ground equipment for signs of damage or wear and report deficiencies
• Assist in all operations involved in the construction or replacement of wood poles and steel towers
• Troubleshoot problems on Cooperative equipment using line testing tools/procedures
• Trim trees, fall danger trees, and clear ROW in the vicinity of energized power lines
• Direct the activities of personnel in equal or lower classifications
• Assist in training apprentices and other crew members
• Demonstrate clear, correct, verbal/written communication

Perform other duties as assigned.

• Journeyman Lineman
• Must be able to pass a background check
• This position is subject to random drug testing
• Journeyman in good standing with the IBEW
• Hold or be able to obtain a valid WA State Class A Commercial Drivers License (CDL) and Medical Certificate within 90 days
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Excellent communication skills
• Basic computer operation skills