Lineman jobs in Illinois
Lineman constructs, maintains, and repairs overhead and underground transmission lines. Performs site preparation tasks, including digging holes or trenches, installing anchors, climbing poles, and using equipment like digger derricks, aerial lifts, pulling and tensioning equipment, forklifts, and dump trucks. Being a Lineman installs wire and cable. Follows all safety regulations and procedures. Additionally, Lineman work is performed outdoors in all weather conditions. Typically requires a high school diploma or equivalent. Requires a valid Driver's License. Typically reports to a supervisor. The Lineman works under moderate supervision. Gaining or has attained full proficiency in a specific area of discipline. To be a Lineman typically requires 1-3 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
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Apprentice Lineman
- Corn Belt Energy Corporation
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Bloomington, IL
FULL_TIME
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PURPOSE OF POSITION
This four step training program, lasting 3.5 years, is designed to give the employee the opportunity to learn the skills necessary to become a lineman as per Corn Belt Energy policy.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities- The Apprentice Lineman is responsible for the following tasks:
- Install transformers, regulators and reclosers, and make the proper wiring connections.
- Operate and work from aerial bucket trucks.
- Perform lineman duties on both secondary and primary voltages on energized lines.
- Operate equipment including, but not limited to, line construction trucks, backhoes, trenchers, service vans, pickups and service trucks.
- Understand theories of voltage regulation, fault currents and coordination of line protection devices.
- Use of all hand tools, implements, devices, equipment and material required for work.
- Construct overhead and underground lines and operative all equipment necessary to complete those tasks.
- Basic metering that includes connecting service as well as disconnects.
- Cut and trim trees as needed.
- Must be able to read and comprehend the text and workbooks to complete the Apprentice Program.
- Develop a working knowledge of construction specifications and the National Electrical Safety Code.
- Capable of understanding and applying all OSHA and company regulations and safety rules necessary to perform the job.
- Possess the ability and skill to learn to climb poles and towers.
- Required to submit to and pass random drug testing as per DOT requirements, as well as submit and pass a CDL physical and medical examiners certificate and hearing test regularly.
- Frequently maintains both underground and overhead electrical system by replacing damaged transformers, breakers, regulators, conductor, insulators, meter loops, poles, switching gear and related equipment on energized and de-energized lines. These duties are qualified in the JATC Standards of Apprenticeship; step advancement guidelines.
- Performs related duties to line construction which includes accounting for materials used, stocking trucks, loading and unloading materials, and inspecting distribution and transmission line for necessary maintenance.
- Submits all required paperwork as needed to comply with company rules and government regulations.
- Must reside or be willing to relocate within a 20 mile radius of the Bloomington office.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.- High School Diploma/GED required
- Accredited electrical line worker course of study desirable
- Illinois CDL-A
- CPR certification
Work will be performed inside and outside; with the outside work involving various weather conditions.- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit; use hands, arms, and fingers to handle, feel, or reach; climb or balance; smell, talk, and hear.
- Employee is frequently required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
- The employee must regularly lift and/or move more than 100 pounds.
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
- Requires face-to-face discussions with individuals
- Includes exposure to contaminants
- Requires working indoors in environmentally controlled conditions
- Requires working outdoors, exposed to all weather conditions
Must be willing and able to work extra and/or irregular hours as the needs of the job may require.- Must observe all safety rules and regulations adopted by CBEC.
- Must attend schools and conferences as requested by the CBEC management.
- Must be able to travel on a limited basis. Most trips will be limited to a two hundred mile radius of office; occasional other trips in the country.
- Must purchase tools and equipment as specified by CBEC policy.
- 3 Days Ago
Aerial lineman
- Mediacom Communications Corporation
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Henry, IL
FULL_TIME
- Position : Aerial Construction Lineman Who we are : Since 1995, Mediacom Communications has become a coast-to-coast presence with operations in 22 states and a team exceeding 4,000 people with the mis...
- 8 Days Ago
Aerial lineman
- Mediacom Communications
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Streator, IL
FULL_TIME
- Position : Aerial Construction Lineman Who we are : Since 1995, Mediacom Communications has become a coast-to-coast presence with operations in 22 states and a team exceeding 4,000 people with the mis...
- 11 Days Ago
Aerial lineman
- Mediacom Communications Corporation
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Galena, IL
FULL_TIME
- Position : Aerial Construction Lineman Who we are : Since 1995, Mediacom Communications has become a coast-to-coast presence with operations in 22 states and a team exceeding 4,000 people with the mis...
- 24 Days Ago
Aerial Lineman Opportunities
- Ervin Cable Construction LLC
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De Kalb, IL
FULL_TIME
- Overview And Essential FunctionsAre you ready to take your career to new heights? Are you passionate about ensuring communities stay connected? We're seeking a skilled Lineman to join our dynamic team...
- 9 Days Ago
Aerial Fiber Lineman
- Key Tower LLC
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Schaumburg, IL
FULL_TIME
- Aerial Fiber Lineman Job Description Summary: To construct strand infrastructure and lash fiber cables to strand Duties and responsibilities: Operating bucket truck as well as other equipment related ...
- 1 Day Ago
Lineman jobs at Popular Companies
Lineman
- CITY OF NILES
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Niles, OH
- Description Lineman Dept.: Light Reports To: Foreman-Light Classification:Non-Exempt, Bargaining Unit Shift:Full Time, M...
- 6/10/2024 12:00:00 AM
Lineman
- Armstrong Group
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Butler, PA
- Position Summary: Shift: 4x10hr shifts M-Th (75% overnight travel required) This is an entry level position where the su...
- 6/9/2024 12:00:00 AM
A Lineman - Overhead
- Pike Corporation
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Fort Mill, SC
- Job Description Position Overview: The Class A Lineman is a skilled position in the construction, maintenance and repair...
- 6/9/2024 12:00:00 AM
A Lineman- Overhead
- Pike Corporation
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Fort Myers, FL
- Job Description Position Summary: Class A Lineman is a skilled position in the construction, maintenance and repair of e...
- 6/8/2024 12:00:00 AM
Lineman
- Comporium, Inc.
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Fort Mill, SC
- Comporium is a diversified communications company providing a Quintuple Play of five servicesvoice, video, data, wireles...
- 6/7/2024 12:00:00 AM
Lineman
- Comporium, Inc.
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Lancaster, SC
- Comporium is a diversified communications company providing a Quintuple Play of five servicesvoice, video, data, wireles...
- 6/7/2024 12:00:00 AM
Apprentice Lineman / Lineman - Biloxi
- The Southern Company
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Biloxi, MS
- Description for Internal Candidates Successful candidates must reside or be willing to relocate at their own expense to ...
- 6/7/2024 12:00:00 AM
Lineman
- ASARCO LLC
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Kearny, AZ
- Lineman Employee Type: Hourly City: Kearny State/Territory: US-AZ Positions Open: 4 Site Name: Ray Mine Site Location: K...
- 6/7/2024 12:00:00 AM
About Illinois
Illinois (/ˌɪlɪˈnɔɪ/ (listen) IL-ih-NOY) is a state in the Midwestern and Great Lakes region of the United States. It has the fifth largest gross domestic product (GDP),
the sixth largest population, and the 25th largest land area of all U.S. states. Illinois is often noted as a microcosm of the entire United States. With Chicago in northeastern Illinois, small industrial cities and immense agricultural productivity in the north and center of the state, and natural resources such as coal, timber, and petroleum in the south, Illinois has a diverse economic base, and is a major transportation hu...
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Income Estimation for Lineman jobs
$90,807 to $101,385
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