Lineman - Journeyman

Salary: $66.60 Hourly
Location : 1500 S Ely St., Kennewick, WA
Job Type: Full Time, Bargaining
Job Number:
Department: Operations - Line Department
Opening Date: 06/10/2026
Closing Date: 6/24/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit: 77
Hiring Range: Starting Wage is $66.60

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

As of January 1, 2023, Benton PUD will be including a full wage scale or salary range for positions under the salary section shown per the Engrossed Substitute Senate Bill 5761 that amends portions of the Equal Pay and Opportunity Act. Please see the target hiring range for this position under the Position Purpose/Summary section.
Position Purpose/Summary
Keeping Our Community Connected, One Line at a Time.
Full-Time Non-Exempt | Bargaining Position | 4-10s

Schedule:

Monday - Thursday

At Benton PUD, our goal is simple: keep the lights on for our community.

We're looking for a skilled Journeyman Lineman who takes pride in safe, high-quality work, thrives in a team environment, and is committed to serving our customers when they need us most.

If you're experienced in overhead and underground line construction and maintenance, value reliability, safety, teamwork, and mutual respect, and are ready to make a difference every day, we want to hear from you.

Join a team where your work directly impacts the communities we serve. Apply today and help power Benton County.
The primary purpose of this position is to operate all line equipment used in construction, maintenance and removal of overhead and underground power lines, working under the direction of the Lineman Foreman or supervisor. Currently in need of Full Time work for up to 6 months.
Accountabilities

Support the District's mission to serve our customers and foster a positive workplace by personally choosing behavior aligned with our values and ethical code.

Responsible for completing assigned work in a safe efficient, manner that is in conformance with all applicable regulations by using safety equipment, such as wearing personal protective equipment and understanding the Accident Prevention Manual.

Responsible for construction of all phases of overhead and underground line work by exhibiting a full understanding of all phases of District electrical standards, practices and operating instructions; and accurately reading and interpreting construction drawings.

Ensure District system reliability by repairing, maintaining and troubleshooting all overhead and underground transmission and distribution power lines and associated equipment.

Contribute to serving customer needs by operating all line equipment used in construction, maintenance and removal of overhead and underground power lines.

Responsible for maintaining system reliability by performing maintenance, construction and switching for both distribution and transmission voltages.

Complete other duties as assigned to meet team, department and organizational goals.

Minimum Qualifications, Experience and Certifications

Required:

• High School or equivalent GED and satisfactory completion of a Lineman Apprenticeship Program
• Journeyman certification in Lineman craft

Kennewick

Location:

• Primary residence within 20 miles of Kennewick Headquarters

Prosser

Location:

• Primary residence within 20 miles of Prosser Headquarters or within 30 miles of Prosser Headquarters provided the additional 10 mile difference results in closer proximity to the Tri-Cities area (i.e., Kennewick, Pasco, Richland, West Richland).

Licensing or Certification:

• Must possess and maintain a Washington State Class "A" CDL and associated Medical Examiners Certification. If in possession of a CDL from another State, must transfer to a Washington State Class "A" CDL within 30 days of hire.
• Flagging/traffic control certifications and valid First Aid and CPR certification cards or obtain within 12 months of hire

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Basic computer skills or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire
• Ability to climb power poles
• Excellent communication skills
• Familiarity with the National Electrical Safety Code (NESC) as adopted by the State of Washington
• Prefer experience with GIS mapping systems and hot-stick use
• Attention to detail

ADA Requirement

• Attendance: Consistent need to attend work at the job site or work location. Frequent or constant need for punctuality.
• Physical Effort: The job has regular periods during which continuous physical exertion is required, such as walking, standing, stooping, climbing, lifting, pushing, pulling material or equipment, which is heavy or awkward, up to 75 pounds, occasionally up to 125 pounds (assistance is available for lifting in excess of 75 pounds).
• Environment: Usually in an outdoor environment with regular exposure to extreme weather conditions.
• Hazards: There is frequent exposure to hazards or risk of injury which are unpredictable or uncertain and which result in risk or personal injury.
• Sensory Attention: Typically requires regular use of one or more senses of high intensity and long duration, including color…