General Definition of Work

Performs work assisting Journeymen Lineman in constructing and maintaining electrical lines and equipment to keep city lights in working condition while learning the basics of the power system, adhering to safety rules and regulations, attending the Missouri Public Utility Alliance (MPUA) Apprentice Line worker Program, and related work as apparent or assigned.

Work is performed under the direction of the Line Crew Supervisor.

Essential Functions

• Assists Journeymen Lineman in the accomplishment of their duties and learn to perform their jobs independently.
• Follows and adheres to safety rules and regulations; handles Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regulated equipment and materials.
• Attends MPUA Apprentice Line worker Program.
• Manages hardware; keeps hardware stocked and ready for linemen; removes hardware from shelves and stocks trucks; removes from trucks when job is completed.
• Maintains warehouse and trucks; ensures warehouse and trucks are clean and in an orderly condition.
• Installs, maintains, and replaces streetlights and related fixtures; uses bucket truck and similar equipment.
• Assists in repairing the City’s’ distribution system.
• Assists in building new overhead and underground powerlines.
• Resolves emergency situations after hours, weekends, and holidays as required.

Minimum Qualifications

Associate’s or Technical degree and three to five years of experience in lineman/electrical work or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Special Qualifications

• Must meet and maintain all training and education requirements for position.
• A valid commercial driver’s license (CDL) in the State of Missouri.

Pay range from $25.10 per hour up to $35.14 per hour, plus a generous benefit package.

• Medical/Dental/Vision
• Five weeks of Paid Time Off (PTO) - accrued throughout the year.
• Life insurance ($50,000) paid by city.
• Long term disability
• Deferred compensation plan - not matched by city.
• Cafeteria plan - health care reimbursement; dependent care reimbursement; premium savings
• Free membership to the Harrisonville Community Center for the employee & discounted rates for family members
• Longevity pay - starting at 10 years of service.
• Bi-weekly pay periods
• Performance reviews with possible salary increases given after six-month introductory period, then annually from that introductory completion date.
• Retirement (LAGERS) paid by city.
  • Missouri LAGERS – A Secure Retirement for All (molagers.org)
• Click here to apply.

  This position is open until filled.

  The City of Harrisonville is an equal opportunity employer.

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