Government Jobs
Journey-Level Lineworker
Seattle City Light, a department of the City of Seattle, is one of the nation's largest municipally owned utilities in terms of the number of customers served. Over the years we have worked very hard to keep Seattle's electricity affordable, reliable, and environmentally sound. Today, City Light is a recognized national leader in energy efficiency and environmental stewardship. We are seeking to hire Journey-level Lineworkers to work out of the North and South Service Centers in the Transmission & Distribution Operations Division. These positions are responsible for constructing, installing, repairing, troubleshooting, and maintaining electrical power systems, transmission, distribution, and non-network underground systems, and street lighting systems. These positions will report to the Electrical Construction and Maintenance Supervisor. Job Responsibilities
Perform skilled work in the construction and maintenance of electrical power transmission and distribution systems (4.1 KV and 26 KV). Set, raise and guy wooden poles, using climbers and belts. Operate bucket trucks to install and maintain overhead systems. Test, troubleshoot and repair defective circuits. Work splice overhead and underground wire and cable. Install conductors in conduit and pan trenches. Work on energized lines and equipment using rubber protective devices or hotline tools. Trains and instructs Lineworker Apprentices, Line Helpers, and other crew members. Performs other related duties of a comparable level/type as assigned. Qualifications
Required Qualifications: Experience:
Requires successful completion of a lineworker apprenticeship program, including two years experience working with 2200 VAC or above (or a combination of education and/or training and/or experience which provides an equivalent background required to perform the work of the class). Work Environment and Physical Demands: Work is performed outdoors in all types of weather. Work is performed at varying heights, in and around high voltage and energized equipment, in construction areas, and around moving traffic. Work requires prolonged physical exertion and lifting of objects that weigh more than 50 pounds. Requires working evenings, weekends, holidays, and long hours during emergency and outage situations. Certification/License:
Driver License with a Commercial Driver License (CDL) Class "A" endorsement. Desired Qualifications: Three years of journey-level experience in line construction. Application Process: It is preferred, but not required, that you please submit the following with your online application: A cover letter in which you clearly describe how your knowledge, experience, skills, and abilities prepare you for the job responsibilities and qualifications outlined in the job announcement A current resume of your educational and professional work experience. This position is open to all candidates that meet the qualifications. Seattle City Light values diverse perspectives and life experiences. Applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, marital status, disability, religious or political affiliation, age, sexual orientation, or gender identity. Seattle City Light encourages people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQIA+, people with disabilities, veterans, and those with diverse life experiences.
Seattle City Light, a department of the City of Seattle, is one of the nation's largest municipally owned utilities in terms of the number of customers served. Over the years we have worked very hard to keep Seattle's electricity affordable, reliable, and environmentally sound. Today, City Light is a recognized national leader in energy efficiency and environmental stewardship. We are seeking to hire Journey-level Lineworkers to work out of the North and South Service Centers in the Transmission & Distribution Operations Division. These positions are responsible for constructing, installing, repairing, troubleshooting, and maintaining electrical power systems, transmission, distribution, and non-network underground systems, and street lighting systems. These positions will report to the Electrical Construction and Maintenance Supervisor. Job Responsibilities
Perform skilled work in the construction and maintenance of electrical power transmission and distribution systems (4.1 KV and 26 KV). Set, raise and guy wooden poles, using climbers and belts. Operate bucket trucks to install and maintain overhead systems. Test, troubleshoot and repair defective circuits. Work splice overhead and underground wire and cable. Install conductors in conduit and pan trenches. Work on energized lines and equipment using rubber protective devices or hotline tools. Trains and instructs Lineworker Apprentices, Line Helpers, and other crew members. Performs other related duties of a comparable level/type as assigned. Qualifications
Required Qualifications: Experience:
Requires successful completion of a lineworker apprenticeship program, including two years experience working with 2200 VAC or above (or a combination of education and/or training and/or experience which provides an equivalent background required to perform the work of the class). Work Environment and Physical Demands: Work is performed outdoors in all types of weather. Work is performed at varying heights, in and around high voltage and energized equipment, in construction areas, and around moving traffic. Work requires prolonged physical exertion and lifting of objects that weigh more than 50 pounds. Requires working evenings, weekends, holidays, and long hours during emergency and outage situations. Certification/License:
Driver License with a Commercial Driver License (CDL) Class "A" endorsement. Desired Qualifications: Three years of journey-level experience in line construction. Application Process: It is preferred, but not required, that you please submit the following with your online application: A cover letter in which you clearly describe how your knowledge, experience, skills, and abilities prepare you for the job responsibilities and qualifications outlined in the job announcement A current resume of your educational and professional work experience. This position is open to all candidates that meet the qualifications. Seattle City Light values diverse perspectives and life experiences. Applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, marital status, disability, religious or political affiliation, age, sexual orientation, or gender identity. Seattle City Light encourages people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQIA+, people with disabilities, veterans, and those with diverse life experiences.