Chelan County PUD is located in the geographical center of Washington State at the confluence of the Columbia and Wenatchee rivers.   A public power leader, the complex and progressive nature of PUD operations offer a unique mix of challenges and opportunities.

We rely on the mighty Columbia River for much of our hydropower generation and we're proud to take a leadership role in environmental stewardship as related to this great river system. Each year we dedicate millions of dollars and thousands of work hours to protect and enhance fish, wildlife and plant ecosystems. As part of hydropower operations, we've also built 14 parks that serve more than 3 million visitors each year.

Rated by Forbes in 2017 and 2019 as one of the top 25 places to retire, Wenatchee is a recreational paradise with an abundance of adventure. The natural scenic beauty of the Wenatchee Valley provides a vivid backdrop to its thriving economy, where the quality of life is high and the climate is moderate with four distinct seasons, including more than 200 days of sunshine!

We are a small town to some and big city to others. We invest in our children and believe that education is the key to our future success.

We live a life of abundant choices and enjoy water sports on the Wenatchee and Columbia rivers, hiking, biking, rock climbing and unlimited golfing. Downhill and cross-country skiing are just minutes away. The area is also known for producing quality wines.

Consider Chelan PUD as a career choice today! The community is waiting for you.

Chelan PUD is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity at all levels of its workforce. M/F/Vet/Disabled

Applicants are required to submit a combined cover letter and resume in one document. Your cover letter must summarize your interest, education and experience relative to this position. Incomplete materials will not be considered.

To expedite the application process, combine your cover letter and resume into one PDF document before applying and upload electronically when requested in the online application process.

Positions (four available) are OPEN UNTIL FILLED and applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. Applications are reviewed as they are submitted. 

Interested parties are also invited to contact Human Resources at joblist@chelanpud.org to discuss the position.

$66.00 - per hour 

• 1.5% climbing stipend
• Relocation expenses negotiable

Join our team at Chelan County Public Utility District. As one of the largest hydroelectric generating utilities in the Northwest, our mission at Chelan PUD is to improve the quality of life for the thousands of people who call our pristine desert and mountain community home.

Overview
Journeyman Lineman duties include construction and maintenance of overhead and underground transmission and distribution systems. Direct responsibility for completing assigned work in a safe and efficient manner and for the general condition of trucks, special equipment and tools.

Responsibilities

• Must efficiently construct all phases of overhead and underground line work according to District line construction standards and practices; must know and understand District operating instructions.
• Understand WAC 45 and OSHA 1910.269 rules and be responsible for tools and equipment needed to install and maintain the District's electrical system. This responsibility may include purchasing and inventory of new equipment, tools, and learning new technology.
• Once qualified will be required to fill-in as Temporary Foreman or Serviceman on an as-needed basis.
• Maintain regular and predictable attendance: Perform related duties and responsibilities as required. Comply with District policies. Complete all required training. Maintain a working knowledge and comply with District safety procedures and specific safety requirements of this position, and those in accordance with applicable provisions of the Revised Code of Washington (RCW) and Washington Administrative Code (WAC).
• As an essential function, drive a motorized vehicle while conducting business on behalf of the District.

Reports To
Superintendent - Line Distribution

Overtime exemption
Non-Exempt

Qualifications

Education
Equivalent experience (year for year) may substitute for required education.

• Must have completed a JATC or NJATC lineman apprenticeship or a three (3) or four (4) year accredited lineman apprenticeship. Must provide written documentation of related training experience with at least one thousand (1,000) documented hours of working a conductor energized at primary voltage. Acceptable documentation includes copies of apprenticeship certificates, college transcripts or journey-level lineman card equal to NJATC requirements required.

Experience

• Must have experience in line construction and maintenance and be proficient in using tools and operating heavy equipment of the trade on energized and de-energized systems required.

Licenses and Certifications

• Valid Driver's License at hire and WA Driver's License within 30 days of hire required. and
• Class A CDL License upon hire is required. and
• CDL Airbrake Restriction Removed upon hire is required.

Skills and Abilities
A fully skilled incumbent will have the following knowledge skills & abilities:

• Strong working knowledge of the fundamentals of electricity as pertains to utility systems.
• Ability to develop and maintain a working knowledge of and comply with District safety procedures in accordance with applicable statutes, regulations, policies, practices and procedures.
• Thorough knowledge of electrical theory and the methods, equipment and materials used in line construction and maintenance.
• Ability to communicate effectively with others.
• Must possess or obtain within three months from hire date, flagging certification, First Aid and CPR certification cards.
• Must maintain Forklift Certification for Forklift class 4&5 and Lift Code 3&4.
• Ability to climb poles and towers.
• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be an experienced operator possessing the ability to operate all line equipment including line trucks, bucket trucks, backhoes, all hand tools, wire pulling equipment, jackhammer, hot sticks, forklift, chainsaw, tensioners, line strippers, digger-derrick trucks, line stringing equipment and all associated construction materials safely and proficiently. Covers energized lines with line barriers/rubber goods to facilitate safe handling of high-voltage lines without interrupting service. Be proficient using hot sticks in all phase of line work. Must be able to use or learn to use desktop or laptop computers.
• Must be proficient in reading, writing and speaking English.

Drug Screening
Drug screening prior to position entry is required for the following reason(s):

• Drives or operates motorized vehicles for purposes of transporting passengers, including other employees (occasional driving of a District passenger vehicle is not a Safety Sensitive job duty)
• Drives or operates heavy machinery, or uses rotating or heavy equipment, or power machines or tools in the vicinity of the public or other employees
• Works with, in, on, or near distribution or transmission lines or equipment in a manner that can impact the safe flow or distribution of electricity or water, or otherwise create imminent harm to the public or other employees, such as flooding, fire or explosions

Physical Demands

• Sitting - Occasionally
• Standing - Frequently
• Walking - Occasionally
• Lifting 1-10 lbs Floor-Waist - Frequently
• Lifting 1-10 lbs Waist-Shoulders - Frequently
• Lifting 1-10 lbs Above Shoulders - Frequently
• Lifting 11-25 lbs Floor-Waist - Frequently
• Lifting 11-25 lbs Waist-Shoulders - Frequently
• Lifting 25 - 50 lbs Floor-Waist (copier paper) - Frequently
• Stooping/Bending - Occasionally
• Reach Waist to Shoulder - Occasionally
• Wrist/hand/fingers manipulation (keyboarding, mousing, etc.) - Regularly
• Repetitive Motions - Frequently
• Talking - Regularly
• Hearing - Regularly
• Visual - Near Acuity - Regularly
• Visual - Far Acuity - Regularly
• Visual - Depth Perception - Regularly
• Visual - Color Discrimination - Regularly

Working Conditions

• Exposure to Weather - Regularly
• Exposure to Electricity - Frequently
• Noise Intensity Level: - Moderate

District Values

• Safety - Protect public and employee health and safety
• Stewardship - Acting on behalf of customer-owners, protecting public resources entrusted to us
• Trustworthy - Competence, integrity, respect
• Operational Excellence - High-quality innovative work execution

The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the principal functions for this job, the level of knowledge and skill typically required, and the scope of responsibility. This should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements.  Individuals may perform other duties as assigned, including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods or otherwise to balance the workload.

Chelan PUD is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer (EOE Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Disabled). We value diversity at all levels of the organization. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected classifications as defined by law.

EEO Law Posters can be found on the main Careers page in English and Spanish. 

Chelan PUD will not be offering any work visa sponsorship for this role.

Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-I.35(c)

Safety-sensitive positions are subject to pre-employment drug screening.  An essential function of this job involves duties which categorize this position as safety-sensitive.