4th Year Apprentice​/Journeyman Lineman

4th Year Apprentice Lineman or Journeyman: A Career Opportunity at West Central Electric Cooperative

West Central Electric Cooperative, Inc. is seeking a dedicated 4th Year Apprentice Lineman/Journeyman to join our growing team in Higginsville, Missouri. As an Apprentice/Journeyman Lineman, you'll be an essential part of a crew, responsible for building, maintaining, and repairing our overhead and underground electrical distribution systems. This is a full-time position that requires a commitment to safety, teamwork, and continuous learning.

This role requires hard work and a willingness to work in all conditions. You'll be expected to:

• Construct and maintain power lines
  , poles, and related equipment according to company specifications and manufacturer guidelines.
• Troubleshoot and repair problems with the electrical distribution system, which includes responding tocall outs during nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Work safely at all times, often at heights from a lift bucket or by climbing utility poles.
• Operate and maintain hand tools, trucks, and other essential equipment.
• Effectively communicate with crew members and other personnel via radio, phone, and in person.

We're looking for a motivated individual who meets the following requirements:

• Residency: You must currently live within, or be willing to relocate to, a 30-minute commute from our Higginsville, MO office.
• Driver's License: You must possess a valid Missouri Class A Interstate Commercial Driver's License (CDL) or be able to obtain one before your hire date.
• Availability: You must be available for scheduled and unscheduled overtime, including responding to timely call outs and occasional overnight travel.

West Central Electric Cooperative is a growing Cooperative and values its employees. We offer a competitive full-time benefits package that includes:

• Health Coverage: We pay 90% of the premiums for health, dental, and vision insurance for you and your family.
• Retirement: We offer a 100% company-paid RS Pension Plan (multiplier 2.0) and a 401(k) with up to a 3.5% company match.
• Additional Benefits: You'll also receive a company-paid Health Savings Account (HSA) contribution up to $4,500 for family, life insurance, vacation paid time, sick leave paid time, 11 paid holidays, and access to an employee assistance program and a flexible spending account.

Ready to power up your career?  the Career Opportunities section on our website tcentralelectric.coop