NorthWestern Energy
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Journeyman Lineman
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NorthWestern Energy .
Qualifications Include
Valid Commercial Driver’s License and satisfactory driving record
First Aid/CPR Certification
Bucket truck and pole top rescue certification
Commitment to safe working practices and knowledge of safety policies/procedures
Demonstrate and maintain a good safety record
Act as a leadsman or foreman as needed
Adapt to technological changes as they are implemented
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Duties Include
Communicate verbally and understand audible signals in emergency/safety situations
Troubleshoot electrical outages, power quality and complete installation and maintenance work related to all aspects of electric distribution systems
Perform rubber gloving work for safely working with primary/high-voltage and low-voltage lines and equipment
Install and retire overhead and underground electric lines
Perform sustained work at heights including ladder work, climbing and working from poles, and bucket work
Frame, install, or replace poles
Maintain lines and support structures in substations; erect steel to replace or increase size of substation structures as needed
Operate heavy equipment including diggers, trenchers, backhoes, and bucket trucks
Remove tree limbs near electric lines
Work overtime outside of scheduled hours, participating in either call out availability or an on-call rotation schedule, in response to acute and/or planned service needs
Complete documentation for project planning and completion
Assume leadership role in response to emergency situations
Interact with the public
Act as a leadsman or foreman as needed
PCB tests/clean up as required by OSHA
You must agree to live within an area approved by the company that allows for adequate response to our customers in call out and emergency situations
Individually lift and manipulate needed equipment weighing up to 75 pounds
All NorthWestern Energy employees are required to adhere to company safety standards and the Code of Business Conduct & Ethics
Ensure all actions are consistent with NorthWestern Energy’s values, mission, and strategic business objectives
Full-time position. $58.01 per hour. Benefits include 401K with company match up to 4% and non-elective contribution up to 7%; healthcare and wellbeing programs, including dental and vision for you, your spouse and dependents; Health Savings Account (HSA); healthcare and dependent care flexible spending account (FSA); Employee Assistance Program (Offering up to six free counseling sessions, per person, per issue, per year for employees, spouses and dependents); Life Insurance (company pays basic employee policy; spouse, dependent insurance also available); tuition reimbursement; competitive pay (scheduled performance-based wage increases and annual incentive opportunities); paid company endorsed volunteer opportunities; paid training opportunities; paid time off starting on your first day, plus 11 paid holidays.
Open through October 15, 2025. Apply online at: https://northwesternenergy.applicantpro.com/jobs/3873501
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Management and Manufacturing
Industries
Utilities
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Journeyman Lineman
role at
NorthWestern Energy .
Qualifications Include
Valid Commercial Driver’s License and satisfactory driving record
First Aid/CPR Certification
Bucket truck and pole top rescue certification
Commitment to safe working practices and knowledge of safety policies/procedures
Demonstrate and maintain a good safety record
Act as a leadsman or foreman as needed
Adapt to technological changes as they are implemented
Get Into Energy - Energy Industry Fundamental 2.0 certification (click here to certify at no cost)
Duties Include
Communicate verbally and understand audible signals in emergency/safety situations
Troubleshoot electrical outages, power quality and complete installation and maintenance work related to all aspects of electric distribution systems
Perform rubber gloving work for safely working with primary/high-voltage and low-voltage lines and equipment
Install and retire overhead and underground electric lines
Perform sustained work at heights including ladder work, climbing and working from poles, and bucket work
Frame, install, or replace poles
Maintain lines and support structures in substations; erect steel to replace or increase size of substation structures as needed
Operate heavy equipment including diggers, trenchers, backhoes, and bucket trucks
Remove tree limbs near electric lines
Work overtime outside of scheduled hours, participating in either call out availability or an on-call rotation schedule, in response to acute and/or planned service needs
Complete documentation for project planning and completion
Assume leadership role in response to emergency situations
Interact with the public
Act as a leadsman or foreman as needed
PCB tests/clean up as required by OSHA
You must agree to live within an area approved by the company that allows for adequate response to our customers in call out and emergency situations
Individually lift and manipulate needed equipment weighing up to 75 pounds
All NorthWestern Energy employees are required to adhere to company safety standards and the Code of Business Conduct & Ethics
Ensure all actions are consistent with NorthWestern Energy’s values, mission, and strategic business objectives
Full-time position. $58.01 per hour. Benefits include 401K with company match up to 4% and non-elective contribution up to 7%; healthcare and wellbeing programs, including dental and vision for you, your spouse and dependents; Health Savings Account (HSA); healthcare and dependent care flexible spending account (FSA); Employee Assistance Program (Offering up to six free counseling sessions, per person, per issue, per year for employees, spouses and dependents); Life Insurance (company pays basic employee policy; spouse, dependent insurance also available); tuition reimbursement; competitive pay (scheduled performance-based wage increases and annual incentive opportunities); paid company endorsed volunteer opportunities; paid training opportunities; paid time off starting on your first day, plus 11 paid holidays.
Open through October 15, 2025. Apply online at: https://northwesternenergy.applicantpro.com/jobs/3873501
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Management and Manufacturing
Industries
Utilities
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at NorthWestern Energy by 2x.
Get notified about new Journeyman Lineman jobs in
Billings, MT .
#J-18808-Ljbffr