Journeyman/Hot Apprentice Lineman

JOURNEYMAN/HOT APPRENTICE LINEMAN

Salmon River Electric Cooperative, Inc., an Idaho based electric utility, has a position available for a Journeyman/Hot Apprentice 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:

Ÿ  Successful completion of an approved apprentice training program and/or journeyman lineman certification required.

Ÿ  Hot Apprentice must have completed a minimum of 4300 hours on the job training in an approved apprenticeship program.

Ÿ  Must have or be able to obtain an Idaho Class A Commercial Drivers License.

Ÿ  Must pass a job-related pre-employment physical examination and drug screening test.

Requirements:

Ÿ  Performance of all responsibilities required of journeyman lineman status including, construction, maintenance and repair of overhead and underground distribution and transmission systems.

Ÿ  Rotational on-call duties.

Ÿ  Knowledge of RUS construction standards and experience with hot sticks is preferable.

Ÿ  OSHA certifications.

We offer competitive benefits.   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