Advanced Step Apprentice / Journeyman Lineman - Ironwood, MI

• High school graduate or equivalent
• Technical School Lineman degree is preferred
• Must presently to be a Fifth Step Apprentice Lineman or higher and have a working knowledge of all phases of Distribution and Transmission Construction, Maintenance and Operating
• Must have good communication and teamwork skills
• Requires participation in after-hour emergency callouts in all kinds of weather conditions
• Experience with bucket trucks, digger derricks, trenchers and groundwork with utility line crew required
• Must be committed to working safely and compliance with all company safety rules
• Must be of adequate physical stature to perform routine physical labor associated with line work, including but not limited to: lifting, climbing, working in confined spaces, operation of equipment
• Willing to travel and work away from home
• Must reside within a 20-mile radius of the assigned Service Center
• Must meet driver qualification requirements as specified in FMCSR parts 382 and 391 including the possession of a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class A
• This position is subject to D.O.T. random drug and alcohol testing program

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• A team you can count of
• Opportunities to grow
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Bargaining The anticipated starting base pay for this position is: $49.82 to $62.27 per hour This position is eligible for the following benefits: Medical/Pharmacy Plan, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Dependent Care Reimbursement Account, Health Care Reimbursement Account, Health Savings Account (HSA) (if enrolled in eligible health plan), Limited-Purpose FSA (if enrolled in eligible health plan and HSA), Short-term disability (STD), Long-term disability (LTD), Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Fitness Center Reimbursement (if enrolled in eligible health plan), Tuition reimbursement, Transit programs, Employee recognition program, Pension, 401(k) plan, Vacation, Holidays, Additional days off, Sick Time, Volunteer Paid Time Off (VPTO)

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