Journeyman Lineman

Job Details

Job Location:

Kingdom City, MO 65262

Position Type:
Full Time

The Journeyman Lineman is responsible for the construction, maintenance, and repair of overhead and underground electrical power lines and related equipment. This position requires a high level of technical skill, physical endurance, and a commitment to safety standards. The Journeyman Lineman plays a key role in ensuring reliable electrical service for residential, commercial, and industrial customers.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

• Overhead Construction and Maintenance
  • Install, maintain, and repair overhead and underground power lines, transformers, circuit breakers, and other electrical equipment.
  • String and sag wire, install cross arms, insulators, lightning arrestors, switches, fuses, and other line apparatus.
  • Build and maintain substations and switching stations as required.
• Troubleshooting & Emergency Response
  • Respond to outages and emergency calls during adverse weather conditions or other urgent situations.
  • Locate line faults, test equipment, and restore power quickly and safely.
• Perform hot line work using appropriate tools and protective equipment.
• Safety & Compliance
  • Adhere to all OSHA, NESC, NEC, and company-specific safety regulations and procedures.
  • Use personal protective equipment (PPE) and follow lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures.
  • Participate in toolbox talks and job hazard assessments prior to each task.
• Equipment Operation
  • Operate bucket trucks, digger derricks, and other heavy equipment.
  • Use hand tools, power tools, and line testing equipment safely and effectively.
  • Maintain and inspect climbing gear, tools, and vehicles.
• Documentation & Reporting
  • Complete daily work reports, time sheets, and material usage forms.
  • Report issues, incidents, and near-misses to supervisors promptly.
• Training & Mentorship
  • Assist in training and mentoring apprentices and groundmen.
  • Participate in ongoing training and certifications as required.

• Education & Certification:
  • Valid Class A Driver's License (CDL) with clean driving record.
  • Valid DOT medical card.
  • High school diploma or GED required.
  • Completion of a certified electrical lineman apprenticeship program.
  • Valid Journeyman Lineman certification (recognized by the IBEW, DOL, or applicable authority).
• Trained in Pole Top Rescue, Bucket Truck Rescue, CPR/First Aid, Equi-Potential Grounding, and Buck Squeeze
• Experience:
  • Minimum 4 years of experience in line work.
  • Proficiency in energized and de-energized line work.
• Skills &
  
  Competencies:
  • Strong understanding of electrical theory, circuit layout, and utility infrastructure.
  • Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and line maps.
  • Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
  • Ability to pass a pre-employment drug test and background check.

• OSHA 10

• Work outdoors in all weather conditions, including extreme heat, cold, rain, or snow.
• Frequent climbing of poles, use of aerial lifts, and work around high-voltage lines.
• Subject to callouts during evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Occasional travel for storm restoration or mutual aid.

• Strength and Lifting Requirements
  • Must have physical strength, balance, hand-eye coordination, and stamina necessary to endure the daily activity involved on the job site.
  • Frequently pull, push, and hold heavy tools, cables, and materials during climbing or installation tasks.
  • Perform continuous physical labor for extended periods (8-12 hours per day).
  • Frequently lift, carry, push, or pull objects weighing up to 80 pounds unassisted.
  • Occasionally lift items over 80 pounds with assistance.
• Climbing and Height Tolerance:
  • Climb wood, steel, or concrete poles using hooks or ladders, and work at heights up to 100 feet or more.
  • Ascend and descend poles, towers, scaffolding, and utility trucks regularly throughout the workday.
  • Must not have a fear of heights (acrophobia) and must demonstrate comfort and balance when working elevated.
• Mobility and Physical Activity:
  • Stand, walk, and climb continuously for long durations (8-12 hour shifts).
  • Perform physically intense work involving repetitive bending, twisting, kneeling, stooping, squatting, and crawling.
  • Crawl into manholes, vaults, and confined spaces; maneuver through uneven terrain and construction areas.
• Manual Dexterity and Coordination:
  • Use hands and fingers to handle, feel, grip, and operate tools, equipment, and electrical components.
  • Maintain steady hand-eye coordination for precision tasks like splicing or…