Electric Distribution Lineman – On-Call Field Specialist

The City of Hartley, Iowa/Hartley Municipal Utilities is accepting applications for a full-time utility lineman.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Operate and maintain Hartley Municipal Utilities electrical system

• Construct and maintain all aspects of the electrical distribution system.

• Carry out all regulatory paperwork, testing, readings and surveys so the electric utility remains in compliance with all regulations

• Install, maintain and read meters

• Operate equipment necessary to carry out construction and maintenance of the electrical system (backhoe, trencher, mini excavator, dump truck, boom truck, digger derek etc.)

• Work safely, following safety procedures

• Carry out work orders and assigned tasks in a timely manner

• Assist other departments as necessary

• Willing to be part of a rotating on-call schedule

• Willing to work after hours as needed

QUALIFICATIONS/

EDUCATION:

• High school graduate or equivalent

· Completion of an Accredited Powerline program

• Must have a self-starting, strong work ethic

• Must be very detail and safety oriented

• Must possess and maintain a valid Iowa Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with air brake endorsement or be able to acquire within 6 months of employment

• Will be required to be certified in First Aid and CPR

• Must have knowledge of use and care of appropriate safety gear and devices

• Must be able to carry out the physical demands of all aspects of electric operations and maintenance

• Must be willing to work outdoors and occasionally in adverse weather conditions

· Wage DOQ. EOE. Applications accepted until position filled. Employment applications are available at  or by emailing publicworkssuper. Send application to City of Hartley, Attn:
Nick Galm, 11 S. Central Avenue, Hartley, Iowa 51346 or email to publicworkssuper. For more information call .