Journeyman Lineman

Cowlitz PUD is the local publicly owned power company for Cowlitz County.  We are looking for an experienced Journeyman Lineman to join our Line Crew. 
  
You are a great fit if:

• You have completed a sanctioned Lineman apprenticeship and have a Journeyman card.
• Have a Class A CDL.
• You have a heavy focus on safety in the workplace and enjoy working with a strong safety culture.
• Enjoy teaching and mentoring apprentices and entry level workers.  
• Can maintain a high level of internal customer service and build repour with other departments.  

Cowlitz PUD as an employer offers:

• Monday through Thursday 4-10 schedule working 6:00 am to 4:30 pm with overtime hours as well.
• Full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, retirement, wellness program and an on-site gym. 
• Collaborative work environment throughout the entire company. 
• Community and Public Service opportunities in Cowlitz County. 
• Opportunities for continued learning, career development and professional growth. 

Our Strategic Plan:
 Through our Strategic Planning process, Cowlitz PUD prioritized the following initiatives for the coming years in accordance with our mission and vision:

1. Resource Planning
    Ensure an adequate and reliable power supply to meet the electric load requirements and clean energy obligations of Cowlitz PUD and the community.
2. System Reliability and Security
    Develop and manage Cowlitz PUD’s assets and planning tools to ensure a high level of electric reliability, physical and cyber security, and safety.
3. Business Efficiency
    Implement business systems to achieve efficient use of Cowlitz PUD’s resources.
4. Engagement
    Cowlitz PUD will communicate, educate, and engage with its employees, customers, and stakeholders to maintain positive relationships and prepare for future change.

A Lineman builds, maintains, and troubleshoots the District’s electrical system.  The also perform service disconnects and installs and maintain area/ streetlights. Daily activities include but are not limited to working with low and high voltage conductors, building new capital projects, or maintaining existing capital assets, and installing/ removing services.

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Minimum Qualifications:

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.

• Must have a valid Driver’s License with a Class A commercial driver’s license (CDL) with no air brake restrictions.  Must have or obtain within 45 days of employment tanker endorsement, certifying your legal ability to transport bulk quantities of liquids and gasses via truck.

• Must adhere to the District’s residency requirements for response workers.

• Must have completed a sanctioned Lineman Apprenticeship, including the use of live line tools.

• Demonstrated experience operating a PC, laptop, or tablet.  

Desirable Qualifications:

• Experience working for a Public Utility

Work Environment:

The work environment conditions described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. 

• Work is performed mainly outside in all weather conditions. 
• Working schedule is Monday to Thursday 6:00 am to 4:30 pm. Remote work is not available for this position.
• Performs work in compliance with the District Union Contract Bargaining Agreement (CBA)and WAC 45. 
• Work will be performed in the field with need to wear proper personal protection equipment (PPE) and perform work adhering to all safety standards. 
• Must be capable of heavy manual labor for extended periods of time, day, or night, in all weather conditions. 
• Must work evenings, weekends, holidays and overtime for emergency outage situations.

Your application will not be reviewed if these items are missing or incomplete.
 Applications are reviewed after the posting closes. Qualified candidates must submit the following to be considered:

1. Completed NEOGOV online application.
2. Supplemental questionnaire responses
3. Cover letter describing how your skills and experience align with the stated job responsibilities and qualifications.
4. Current résumé indicating relevant experience and education.

Offers of employment are contingent on verification of information provided by the applicant as part of the application process, including potential background check, pre-placement physical exam, and full driver's abstract.
   
Please note this job advertisement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

This position is considered a safety sensitive position at Cowlitz PUD under RCW 49.44 and is subject to pre-employment drug screening including Cannabis screening.