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Lineman/Woman Apprentice with Class A

Organization:
Sacramento Municipal Utility District
Region:
United States, California, Sacramento
End of contest:
January 24, 2022
  This job posting has expired
Type:
Full time
Category:
Lineman
Description
Introduction

Only the first 1000 applicants will be considered for this opportunity. Once 1000 applications have been received, this posting will be closed and no additional applications will be accepted. If we do not receive 1000 applicants the posting will close Monday, January 24th. Apply early!

SMUD is seeking a diverse applicant pool for this career opportunity.

IBEW General Wage Increases

  • 3.5% Annual Wage Increase in 2022
  • 3.0% Annual Wage Increase in 2023
  • 3.0% Annual Wage Increase in 2024
  • 3.25% Annual Wage Increase in 2025

As one of the most innovative electric utilities in the country, Sacramento Municipal Utility District (SMUD) values and rewards the contributions of its 2,000-plus employees. We're proud of our long-standing reputation as one of the best places to work in the Sacramento region, and we're always seeking talented people to help keep us moving forward. In addition, SMUD has been recognized as one of the nation's Best Workplaces for Commuters.
 
Among the many reasons that SMUD is a great place to work:

  • Challenging and fulfilling work
  • Competitive pay and benefits
  • Flexible work schedules
  • An inclusive and diverse culture
  • SMUD's reputation as a national energy leader
  • On-site fitness centers
  • CalPERS pension
  • Paid education/employee development program
  • Personal computer purchase program

SMUD is currently seeking individuals interested in becoming a line worker with our organization as an apprentice lineman/woman. Under close supervision, you will learn to perform work at the journey level in the installation, maintenance, and repair of distribution electrical systems including the hazards of working at elevations above ground, in trenches and vaults, as well as energized equipment.

Notes:
UPDATED RESUME REQUIRED.  You must clearly demonstrate, on your resume, that you possess the knowledge, skills and experience required in the minimum qualifications listed in this posting. The candidates who meet the minimum qualifications will be invited to the examination.

Please read Additional Posting Info for Candidate section below for more information regarding the selection process.

Purpose

Perform a variety of semi-skilled and skilled tasks in the construction, maintenance, repair and inspection of SMUD's transmission and distribution systems.  This work may involve operating backhoes, derricks, and hole diggers, etc. and perform related duties as assigned.

Nature and Scope
The Lineman/wn Apprentice classification is assigned to Distribution Services.  It is considered a climbing Lineman/wn job.  Apprentice Lineman/wn function in a learning capacity and assist in the duties specified below.  Once learned and at the completion of the apprenticeship program, incumbents will "journey-up" to the full working level of the Lineman/wn classification series.

Read the full posting.

Contact

Sacramento Municipal Utility District

6201 S St

Sacramento

California United States

www.smud.org