Journeyman Line Electrician – EM

Overview

The City of Naperville’s Electric Utility is seeking a competent and experienced Lineman to perform skilled work in installation, maintenance, testing, troubleshooting, and inspection of the electric utility system and related facilities. The Lineman – EM installs, repairs, and tests overhead high voltage electric utility lines and locates & repairs underground electric cables. Work may involve confined spaces and/or operating on or near energized equipment including manholes, handholes, and basements.

This position is represented by the IBEW Local 9 union. Wage rates and other benefits are subject to the language in the Collective Bargaining Agreement. The 2025 starting salary for this position is $63.1100 per hour. The 2026 wage will be implemented once a new collective bargaining agreement is ratified.

• Uses an aerial bucket, hot stick tools, gloves and sleeves, and other equipment in installing and repairing overhead high voltage electric utility lines.
• Troubleshoots, locates, isolates, and makes repairs to overhead electric lines, underground electric cables, and other component parts of the electric utility system.
• Performs work in energized manholes or similar locations and structures.
• Installs component parts of the electric utility system including transformers, switch modules, cables, conduits, and other parts.
• May conduct/document inspections of electric utility construction projects within the jurisdiction of the City. Tests materials, workmanship, and facilities installed to maintain conformance with plans, specifications, and standards.
• May make on-site observations of electric construction work in progress. Advises and assists contractors in the resolution of problems.
• Assists in the care of equipment and tools used in electric utility construction and maintenance work.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

• One year of journey-level electrical line maintenance experience following an approved apprenticeship.
• ALBAT or comparable training certification.
• A high school diploma or equivalent, supplemented by advanced technical training in electrical maintenance or a related field.
• A valid State of Illinois Commercial Driver's License (CDL).

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