Lineman

The Victory Electric Cooperative Assn., Inc. in Dodge City, Kan., is seeking a full-time Lineman.

General Duties:

• Must read and understand the cooperative expected safe work practices manual.
• Assist lineman or crew with the various aspects of line maintenance, repair and construction.
• Required to hand lineman necessary protective equipment needed for work being done (i.e. hotsticks, rubber goods, blankets, gloves, etc.)
• Prepare and assemble various line apparatus required for particular work being performed.
• Drive and operate the various Victory Electric vehicles.
• Keep work areas clean and organized. Pick up scrap wire, boxes and other discarded materials.
• Communicate with office and/or other crews using three-part communication.
• Keep unauthorized people away from work area.
• Stock trucks with material commonly used on a daily basis.
• Assist with cleaning warehouse and storage yard area.
• Assist with washing, and maintain equipment in proper working order.
• Assist with cleaning protective equipment (hotsticks and rubber goods).
• Use of various hand and power tools.
• Assist with loading of various materials onto trucks and/or trailers.
• Any and all others duties assigned by line supervisor/Journeyman.

Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to communicate with others and to understand information, in a manner consistent with the essential job functions.
• Ability to make sound decisions in a manner consistent with the essential job functions.
• Ability to work outside regular scheduled hours, and be available for emergency and/or pre-arranged work.
• Ability to perform duties involving prolonged standing, sitting, crouching and/or stooping.
• Ability to push, pull and position tools, equipment and structural material weighing in excess of 80 pounds.
• Ability to lift loads weighing up to 80 pounds.
• Ability to work from various heights.
• Ability to work on smooth or uneven surfaces and under varying climatic conditions.
• Ability to work with both arms overhead.
• Ability to grip and hold lines and ropes with up to 75 pounds weight.
• Ability to work with small components.
• Ability to operate assigned equipment and vehicles.
• Ability to perform hurtman rescue annually and meet proficiency guidelines.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Possession of a valid commercial driver’s license (Class A) with the State of Kansas.
• Ability to respond to after-hours outages, emergencies or other situations within thirty (30) minutes.
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Linemen school diploma (preferred)

Additional Overhead and Underground Duties may be required based on experience.

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. An employee will also perform other reasonably related business duties as assigned by immediate supervisor and management as required.

We have a competitive benefit package including health, dental and vision insurance. A defined benefit pension plan with an age 62 retirement that has a lump-sum pay out. We also have a defined contribution 401k plan. Other benefits include, life insurance, short and long-term disability, business travel insurance, paid vacation, paid holidays, and paid sick leave. Some other benefits available are Aflac, Section 125 Cafeteria Plan, and MetLife.

Pre-employment drug screening and physical, criminal background check, and motor vehicle check is required. Victory Electric is an equal opportunity action employer. Visit www.victoryelectric.net/content/careers. Position opened until filled. Individuals should mail/fax/email their cover letter & résumé to: Victory Electric Cooperative • PO Box 1335 • Dodge City, KS 67801 • Fax: 620.227.8948 • No phone calls please.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Salary : $35,100 - $44,400