Journeyman Lineworker

About Us

UniSource Energy Services (UES) is a subsidiary of UNS Energy Corporation, a leading electric and gas distribution utility in Canada. Our public utility subsidiaries power our economy by providing electric and gas service to nearly 700,000 customers in Arizona.

We're committed to improving quality of life in the communities we serve, and our culture is rooted in values that define how we work and who we are. Our team of innovative professionals brings their authentic selves to work each day to power our vision and make a difference.

Our Culture

We create opportunities for employees to thrive through:

• Continual growth: We invest in professional growth and leadership development, enabling our team to explore new possibilities and stay ahead in an industry that's changing faster than ever.
• Active Engagement: We foster a collaborative environment, with peer-to-peer learning and employee-driven groups that promote an inclusive culture.
• Total compensation: We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package, including a 401(k) plan with a generous company match, a company-sponsored pension plan, affordable individual and family health insurance plans, tuition assistance, life insurance, long-term disability insurance, and more.

Job Description - Journeyman Lineman

Join Our Team as a Journeyman Lineman

We're seeking a skilled Journeyman Lineman to join our team in Kingman, AZ. As a Journeyman Lineman, you'll perform all phases of construction, operation, and maintenance of transmission and distribution overhead and underground lines in accordance with Company standards and other Company and/or governmental rules and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Guiding the work of Apprentices and Helpers working with you.
• Assembly of wood pole electrical lines and components.
• Installation of underground conduit systems.
• Installation of URD systems.
• Connection of all types of transformers and other equipment used on overhead and underground lines.
• Drive and operate all equipment to accomplish daily work, and possess a Class A CDL Operators license.
• Perform switching and install 'hold tags' on the electrical systems, as required.
• Maintain a high level of awareness and responsibility for environmental considerations that impact you, your job, and the Company to the level of your knowledge, training, and experience.
• Perform emergency service restoration.
• Perform assigned work in a safe and efficient manner in accordance with Company practices and procedures.

Requirements

• Completion of an accredited Lineman/Cable Apprenticeship program or equivalent.
• Must have a commercial driver's license.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Knowledge of Company policies and procedures.
• Thorough understanding of utility distribution and transmission systems, both overhead and underground.
• Knowledgeable about electric utility services, products, service requirements, and construction standards.
• Knowledgeable about codes, ordinances, franchise agreements, and Blue Stake laws.
• This employee will be qualified to climb poles and operate aerial lifts and other construction equipment, and will be expected to work on energized equipment at any voltage level in conformance with training and safe work practices.
• Uses technical knowledge of UES's distribution system and policies to creatively solve problems dealing with both internal and external customers.
• Ability to lead and work on a team effectively.
• Demonstrate leadership and planning skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and written.
• Ability to combine input from a variety of sources and make sound business decisions based on this information.
• Read blue prints, maps, drawings, and work request packages.

Pay Rate: $54.38

All job offers are contingent on successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen and background check.