RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Installs, removes and maintains electrical lines, equipment and fiber optic cable by efficient and safe operation of various pieces of heavy equipment and specialized tools.
- Coordinates line work activities with various departments, contractors and the general public.
- Restores electrical service by trouble shooting electrical lines and equipment.
- Minimizes outage duration by effectively diagnosing problems and planning/implementing restoration activities.
- During the normal work day, occasionally works without direct supervision.
- May be the first to respond to trouble calls or outages, requiring development of appropriate response and safeguarding of the public.
- Required to work effectively and courteously with and around the public at all times regardless of conditions.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills required to develop and maintain positive working relationships.
REQUIRED EDUCATION:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Internal candidates must have completed the pre-requisites noted below.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:
- Over one year of job-related experience as a Lineworker OR, for internal candidates, have passed the internal pre-requisites of 10 hours climbing, completion of Electrical Principles & Practices and passed the written portion of the CDL.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
- This position will report regularly in person to Superior, WI.
- Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License and Medical Certificate AND have passed the written portion of the CDL; must obtain and maintain a CDL.
- This position is subject to Federal DOT FMCSA (Federal Motor Carrier Safety Act) regulations.
- This position may be subject to assessment of skills, job match and/or aptitude.
- Work must be performed under all weather conditions and at any time of day or night during emergencies.
- This position is subject to the residency requirement of residing within 40 minutes drive time of the reporting location.
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:
- The expected hourly compensation for this position is $42.04.
- Retirement Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision Plan
- Health Savings Account & Flexible Spending Accounts
- Life Insurance, Disability & Voluntary Benefits
- Paid Time Off
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Community Engagement, and more.
This applicant pool may be used to fill additional openings within 90 days of the posting close date.
Employer will not sponsor Visas for position.
External applicants must apply online via www.allete.com/careers.
ALLETE is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. Employment selection and related decisions are made without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, age, marital status, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, status with regard to public assistance or any other protected class.
If you are an individual with disabilities who needs accommodation or you are having difficulty using our website to apply for employment, please contact our Human Resources department at 218-723-7553.
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