2nd Year Line Worker-CDL (Monticello, AR)

$20.95 - $26.20 an hour

Responsibilities

- Frames and installs poles on distribution and transmission systems.

- Installs anchors and understands safety rules and company policies and promotes good relations with other crew members, patron cooperatives and the public.

- Assists lineman on pole by sending up materials and operates bucket truck, digger-derrick or other equipment, as directed.

- Climbs energized and de-energized poles, as directed.

- The ability to handle necessary stress and work well with others are essential functions of this position.

- Maintains jobsite in a neat and orderly condition.

- Performs any other related duties as required for the effective and efficient operation of the Construction Department.

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship now or at any time in the future.

Minimum Qualifications

- In pursuant of the Arkansas Medical Marijuana Act 593, this position is a designated safety-sensitive position according to AECC/AECI standards and processes

- As a condition of employment, this position requires a post–offer, pre-employment Fitness for Duty Exam

- At least 1-year related experience or a Line School Certificate.

- Valid Class A or Class B Commercial Driver’s License

- Must be able to travel to various locations throughout the state of Arkansas and stay overnight as required to complete work assignments.

- Due to our obligation to provide continuous, reliable electric service to our customers, the ability to maintain regular and punctual attendance and the ability to work outside your regularly scheduled hours when necessary is an essential function of the job

- Must have working knowledge of REA plans and specifications for distribution and transmission and electric system key location maps.

- Must be able to work in extreme temperatures and at excessive heights.

- During storm season, expect in and out of state storm recovery work.

- Must have tools required to perform duties and be able to perform routine maintenance on crew vehicles.

Preferred Qualifications

- CPR and first aid training

Benefits

- Four-Day Work Week (4/10 Schedule)

- Per Diem

- 401(k) Retirement Plan

- Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

- 9 Paid holidays

- Educational assistance

- Paid Time Off

- Short-term disability

- Long-term disability

- Free & confidential Employee Assistance Program

EEO/AA/M/F/VETS/DISABLED

Should you elect to apply for this position, AECC/AECI will review your qualifications. If after reviewing the qualifications and experience of all applicants, your skills and credentials meet our needs, someone from our organization may contact you. Please be advised that the time required to complete the applicant review process typically takes between 30 and 90 days, but could extend beyond that. Once the position has been filled, all applicants will be notified via email.

Arkansas Electric Cooperative Corporation and Arkansas Electric Cooperatives, Inc. are Equal Opportunity Workplace and an Affirmative Action Employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age or any other protected category.

Licenses & Certifications

Preferred

- CDL-Class A- Arkansas

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

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