Apprentice Lineman I

Position Summary

Performs and assists the Lineman and/or Lead Lineman in performing all activities required to construct and maintain distribution lines. Ensures the continuity of service to members, aids in the restoration of services and complies with all safety policies, procedures, rules, and regulations.

Working Conditions

Heavy work in outside conditions with varying weather. Use of personal computing equipment, telephone, multifunctioning printer and photocopier, and calculator. Manual dexterity, repetitive motions, ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally up to 100 pounds, ability to reach, bend, kneel, stoop, climb, balance, push and pull, walk, stand, drive, speak, multi-tasking, analyze and reason. Required to work after hours and on-call rotation to include weekends and holidays.

Essential Functions

Under the direction of the Lineman/Lead Lineman, performs all the necessary activities in the construction and maintenance of energized and de-energized overhead and underground residential distribution lines

Evaluates potential hazards and determines best course of action utilizing proper safety and protective equipment

Patrols the line for defective material, equipment or unsafe conditions and notifies supervisor of problem areas

Maintains truck inventory and ensures tools and equipment are in good working order

Inspects work after completion to ensure compliance with applicable specifications and codes

Observes all safety rules and policies

Performs other duties, tasks and special projects as assigned

Required Skills

Education: High School Diploma or equivalent

License & Certification: Valid Texas CDL Driver License and First Aid & CPR

Testing: Criminal background check, DOT drug test, Physical Exam, and MVR

Other: NESC & RUS specifications and Operate heavy equipment & machinery

Special Notes:

• Very important to this position are: attention to detail, dependability, cooperation, active listening, mathematics, reading comprehension, writing, critical thinking, analytics, speaking, excellent hand-eye coordination, and leadership

• Important to this position are: persistence, independence, time management, communication and active learning

Required Experience

Experience: 1 to 3 years’ experience in utility construction or electrical field

After an offer of employment has been made, the cooperative requires a physical examination which includes both drug and alcohol testing.

DEADLINE TO APPLY: MONDAY, AUGUST 31, 2026, BY 11:59PM

Magic Valley Electric Cooperative is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to an individual’s sex, race, color, religion, age, disability status, protected veteran status, national or ethnic origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation.