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Oncall Power Lineman Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Journeyman Lineman

Skagway, AK · On-site

$60 - $69/hr

Carry out the directives set out by the Power Operations Superintendent * Mentor and train ... Must participate in an on-call rotation * Be willing to travel to various locations in Alaska to ...

Journeyman Lineman

Mammoth, WY · On-site

$58.01/hr

The Journeyman Lineman performs power line installation, maintenance, and service work. The lineman ... on-call rotation schedule, in response to acute and/ or planned service needs * Complete ...

Description United Power has an exciting opportunity to fill a vacancy for an Apprentice Lineworker ... Overtime as necessary. On-call per bargaining agreement. Position Purpose and Objectives: Works ...

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How much do oncall power lineman jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for oncall power lineman in the United States is $41.15, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $28.61 and $53.12 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Oncall Power Lineman vs Lineworker?

AspectOncall Power LinemanLineworker
CredentialsHigh school diploma, CDL, safety certificationsHigh school diploma, safety training, certifications
Work EnvironmentOutdoor, utility poles, high voltage linesOutdoor, utility poles, streetlights, transformers
Employer & IndustryUtility companies, electrical providersUtility companies, construction firms
Search & Comparison IntentYesYes

The main difference between an Oncall Power Lineman and a Lineworker is that the Oncall Power Lineman is typically on standby for emergency repairs and works primarily with high-voltage power lines, often requiring on-call availability. A Lineworker may perform similar tasks but is generally involved in routine maintenance, installation, and repair of electrical infrastructure. Both roles require safety certifications and outdoor work in similar environments, but the Oncall Power Lineman's role emphasizes emergency response and readiness.

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Infographic showing various Oncall Power Lineman job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 87% Full Time, 9% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 91% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $85,590 per year, or $41.1 per hour.

$52.17 - $61.16/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

Mountain Parks Electric is a distribution cooperative seeking an individual for the Apprentice "Hot" Lineman position in our Granby, Colorado location. If you are looking for a long-term career and you love the cooperative model, then MPEI may be the place for you. Wage range is $52.17/hr. - $61.16 /hr. with excellent benefit package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, LTD, 401k, retirement security defined benefit plan, HSA employer contributions, and paid time off programs.

Mountain Parks Electric has approximately 70 employees, 1,800 miles of line, and serves 22,000 meters. MPEI is headquartered in Granby, Colorado located at an elevation of 7,935 feet, 90 miles from Denver International Airport and 25 minutes from Rocky Mountain National Park. Experience gold-medal fishing in the Colorado and Fraser Rivers or take a boat out on Lake Granby, the second largest body of water in Colorado. Granby is near Shadow Mountain and Grand Lake and offers spectacular scenery, miles of hiking trails connecting Granby to Fraser, Colorado, downhill skiing, mountain bike trail systems, and down-hill bike park and cross-country trails at nearby resorts.

We have an opening for an Apprentice "Hot" Lineman position in Granby. The Apprentice Lineman works under the direction of the Crew Foreman and/or Journeyman, using a planned program of progressive training and experience that will result in the development of skills and knowledge necessary for the constructing, maintaining, and repairing electrical facilities. This position works with senior apprentices and journeyman to perform maintenance and construction activities on energized or de-energized facilities, across all system voltages, within the scope of training and certification. They respond, investigate, and/or repair service interruptions, to ensure or to provide prompt restoration of service and assist in evaluating the cause of the interruption to prevent future interruptions and provide continued reliability. Apprentice Lineman operates electric line construction and maintenance equipment including, but not limited to, bucket truck, digger, trencher, forklifts, backhoes, and trucks. They are responsible for tools and material assigned to the vehicle on which they are working as well as the general good housekeeping of vehicles. The Apprentice lineman position prepares vehicles for construction and/or maintenance projects to include fueling, loading, unloading, stocking materials and supplies, and inspecting PPE, vehicles, tools, and for safety compliance. They Assist with record keeping of safety compliance, fleet maintenance, and inventory and maintains a log of work assigned/performed. They also participate in and maintain availability for on-call rotations for outages and associated service interruptions after normal working hours, and on holidays and weekends.

Requirements are a high school diploma or equivalent; enrollment/completion of an apprenticeship lineman program or vocational/technical school in power line studies is preferred; or equivalent combination of education and experience. They must participate in the MPE approved training program and successfully complete within the first two - four years of employment as an Apprentice, depending on qualifications and apprentice hours. Must have a valid Colorado Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) within 90 days of hire and must keep current and valid throughout employment. Basic first aid and CPR certification is required within 3 months of hire, and they must keep current and valid throughout employment. Lastly, they must reside within a 45-minute response time of service area center, and within service territory.

Candidates should submit their resume and cover letter online: Employment Opportunities | Mountain Parks Electric, Inc (mpei.com) This position will remain open until filled. Mountain Parks Electric, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer.