Lopez Island, Washington
Albuquerque, New Mexico
Posted: 27-Feb-25
Location: Grangeville, Idaho
Type: Full Time
Salary: $58.31, per CBA
Salary Details:
Preferred Education:
Are you looking for a rewarding opportunity to work with a great team and have access to a quality community along scenic rivers and wildlife areas? Idaho County Light & Power is currently seeking a journeyman lineman in its operations group. Located in Grangeville, Id, with a population of 3,600 in North Central Idaho and about 70 miles SE of Lewiston Idaho. We have mountains, trees, large deep ravines and prairie land. We truly have it all in the largest county in Idaho.
Additional Information:
REQUIREMENTS: Able to safely perform a variety of journeyman level skilled duties related to the installation, maintenance and repair of transmission and distribution power lines and electrical equipment essential to the delivery of electrical utility service. Must have high school diploma or GED equivalency, have successfully completed acceptable apprenticeship and OSHA training programs, have a valid First Aid/CPR card and must have or be able to obtain on hire a Class A CDL in the state of Idaho. Must be able to perform work in a safe manner in conformance with all applicable policies, procedures, rules, and regulations. Be able to operate all vehicles and equipment in construction, maintenance, and operation of O.H. and URD power line.
ABILITIES AND SKILLS
Must be skilled in underground and overhead line operation, in pole climbing, in operation of line construction equipment and in using lineman tools while working on the ground, on a pole and from a bucket truck. Must be skilled in properly and safely working with live conductors of all voltages. Must be skilled in all work required in connection with the installation of materials, apparatus, and equipment used in the construction and maintenance of electric distribution lines. Must have a Commercial Driver's license or be able to obtain one within 90 days of employment. Must have initiative and be self-motivated. Must have knowledge of technology related to job duties. Must have a clear and thorough understanding of switching procedures. Must have a desire for team success.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Outside work in all kinds of weather. Some heavy lifting required. Overtime required. Must be available for work after normal office hours.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Heavy work requiring exertion of up to 100 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Lifting and carrying of 10 to 50 pounds occasionally. Reaching and lifting overhead is required. Job requires standing, crawling, climbing, bending, pulling and reaching majority of the time. The majority of time is spent outdoors. Exposure to varying temperature conditions including cold below 32 degrees and heat above 100 degrees. Includes potential exposure to mechanical, electrical, burns, confined space, radiant heat, work at heights and operating machinery hazards.
Some exposure to odors, gases, dust and dirt. Safety equipment required. Must be able to communicate with individuals positively. Driver’s license required. Must be able to read, write and do arithmetic. Requires analyzing information, coordinating with people and resources, directing, and potentially supervising people. Skills in developing plans, following procedures, and meeting goals is required. Must be able to present information to others and work under stress.
REPORTS TO: Operations Manager
Benefit package includes.
Paid time off and holidays
Substantial 401(K) retirement plan
Medical, dental and vision insurance
Disability and life insurance
Wellness incentives
Idaho County Light and Power Is located in Grangeville Idaho. We serve most of Idaho County Including the outskirts of Kamiah, Kooskia, Grangeville, Cottonwood, Whitebird and Lucile. ICLP has over 1,000 miles of overhead and underground powerlines with 4,550 meters.