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Join Our Team as a Journeyman Lineman at Trico Electric Cooperative!

Posting Period: Thursday July 16th - Until Filled

Hourly Wage : $56.04 - $58.99

Relocation expenses are available up to $12,500 to support qualified candidates in joining our team.

Any hours worked beyond the standard schedule will be compensated at 1.75 times the regular hourly rate.

Trico proudly partners with the international Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) Local 1116, ensuring fair wages, safe working conditions and strong collaboration for all employees.

Cooperative Expectations

We are committed to fostering a culture of excellence, where employees are empowered to grow, collaborate, and contribute to meaningful work. Just as we strive to provide 5-star customer service to our members, we also hold ourselves to the highest standards in how we work and support one another.

What You Will Do:

As a Journeyman Lineman, you are at the forefront of powering our communities and delivering the reliable electric service our Members depend on every day. This position is responsible for the safe construction, maintenance, troubleshooting, and restoration of Trico's electric distribution system, helping ensure the uninterrupted flow of electricity to homes, businesses, schools, and essential services throughout our service territory.More than a skilled trade professional, the Journeyman Lineman serves as a trusted steward of critical infrastructure, responding to outages, supporting system improvements, and protecting the safety and reliability of the electric grid. Working in a team-oriented environment, this role combines technical expertise, sound judgment, and a commitment to safety to make a meaningful impact on the communities we serve.

Through dedication, craftsmanship, and a focus on service excellence, the Journeyman Lineman helps advance Trico's mission of providing safe, reliable, and affordable energy while supporting the Cooperative's values of Service, Dependability, Innovation, and Integrity.

Key duties and expectations include, but are not limited to, the following:

1. Construct, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair overhead and underground electric distribution facilities.
2. Frame and set poles, install underground cable, perform splicing and terminations, and maintain pad-mounted and vault-mounted equipment.
3. Perform switching and sectionalizing operations following established system procedures.
4. Patrol power lines, identify system concerns, and maintain accurate records and documentation.
5. Troubleshoot outages and respond to emergency restoration efforts as needed.
6. Operate and work safely around heavy equipment, bucket trucks, poles, trenches, vaults, and energized facilities.
7. Assist Crew Leaders and Supervisors with job planning and project execution.
8. Lead crews on a temporary basis when required and support team success across departments.
9. Follow Cooperative construction practices, operating procedures, and safety standards.
10. Promote a culture of safety, accountability, and exceptional Member service.
11. Perform all other duties as assigned

What You Bring to Trico:

1. High school diploma or equivalent.
2. Completion of a recognized apprenticeship program and possession of a Journeyman Lineman certification/card.
3. Experience performing journeyman-level overhead and underground line work.
4. Strong knowledge of electric distribution construction, maintenance, and repair practices.
5. Proficiency with pole climbing, hot sticking, underground cable installations, terminations, and heavy equipment operation.
6. Valid Arizona CDL and the ability to maintain compliance with FMCSA requirements.
7. Commitment to safety, teamwork, communication, and operational excellence.
8. Ability to work independently, respond to emergencies, and work evenings and weekends when needed.
9. Ability to work in outdoor environments and perform the physical demands of the position.

Why work at Trico

Trico Electric Cooperative is a member-owned, not-for-profit, distribution cooperative headquartered in Marana, Arizona. We service more than 55,000 Members in rural areas surrounding the City of Tucson across three counties in southern Arizona. Trico is dedicated to making a difference in the communities we serve by providing our Members cost-effective and sustainable energy solutions. In our pursuit of excellence, Trico seeks innovative ways to enhance utility services, ensuring they align with the dynamic needs of our communities. We understand the importance of staying ahead of the curve and are dedicated to exploring cutting-edge solutions that redefine the provision of critical resources. Our present and future success depends on the creative and dedicated employees of our company who demonstrate Tricos Core Values of: Service, Dependability, Innovation, and Integrity.

What We Offer

Tricos success is rooted in our employees talent, well-being, health, and safety. As an electric cooperative and utility, our role in the community is vital, and we recognize the value of a high-achieving and diverse workforce to serve our Members.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package to meet the needs of our employees and their families and enhance their well-being. In addition to competitive pay, eligible employees can take advantage of the following benefits:

• Pension Plan (at no cost to the employee)
• 401(k) plan with employer matching
• Medical, vision, dental, and life insurance
• MTO/Catastrophic Leave
• Holiday pay
• Wellness programs (including access to a recreation and fitness facility)
• Tuition assistance for both undergraduate and graduate programs

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Trico Electric Cooperative, Inc.is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military status, or any other protected status under applicable federal, state or local law.

Drug/Alcohol Policy Statement

To promote the safety and well-being of our employees, Members, and the communities we serve, Trico is committed to maintaining a drug/alcohol free work environment. Although marijuana may now be legal in Arizona, except as otherwise specified under Arizona law, Trico considers it to be an illegal drug for the purpose of our drug/alcohol policy because marijuana remains illegal at the federal level. Any candidate found to be impaired during the hiring process or who has the presence of an illegal drug or unauthorized substance in their system during the pre-employment drug/alcohol test may be disqualified from further consideration in the hiring process.

Work Authorization

All candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship. Trico does not sponsor employment-related visas.