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Apprentice Line Technician In-Training - Distribution - Kearney, NE

Employer: Nebraska Public Power District

Job Description:

Nebraska Public Power District (NPPD) has an immediate opening for a Apprentice Line Technician In-Training - Distribution located at Kearney Operations Center in Kearney, Nebraska. Position closes May 9, 2024, at 11:59 p.m. Central Time. This position will report to the Kearney Distribution Supervisor. Position Summary: Perform construction, maintenance, and operation of the District's electrical systems, including transmission, subtransmission, and distribution lines; substations; and equipment in a safe and efficient manner. Take assigned after-hours standby duty on a regular basis. Ascend and descend wood poles and steel towers of any height regularly to perform work, as required, in a safe and productive manner without close supervision. Provide storm support as requested both in and out of state. NOTE: This position is included in the Operations Technician Training Program (OTTP). The OTTP is a two-year program in which the Technician In-Training will be placed in vacant positions, or where there is a business need. The Technician In-Training will receive all benefits of a regular, full-time employee during the two-year program. Incumbents must be willing and able to relocate anywhere within the state of Nebraska and must be willing to work in a Transmission and Distribution (T&D) environment. Education, Training and Experience: Must be a graduate (certificate, diploma, or associate's degree) of an accredited line technician school. OR Achieve a certificate from a District-approved program. OR Have documented line technician experience with another utility or electrical contractor that is considered an acceptable equivalent to the formal education options listed. Licenses and/or Certifications Must maintain Red Cross community cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and first aid certifications and pole top and bucket truck rescue certifications. Class A commercial driver's license (CDL) required. Essential Duties & Responsibilities Construction, maintenance, and operation of lines, substations, and equipment. Ascend and descend wood poles and steel towers of any height regularly to perform work as required in a safe and productive manner with and without close supervision. Operation and maintenance of District vehicles and hydraulic equipment. Installation and maintenance of services, and installation and removal of meters. Analyze and initiate corrective action on outages, and troubleshoot service-related problems. Accurate and timely record keeping, such as material, time, and equipment documents. Issue and return stores materials. Perform energized line work. Journey Line Technician is required to work 69 kV and below. Incumbent is expected to travel as assigned for work and to be available for duty per on-call schedules and storm support as determined by the Distribution Superintendent/Supervisor. This is part of the expected job function and associated compensation. Trim trees out of distribution and subtransmission conductors. Service street and area lighting systems. Accountable for other duties as assigned. Core Competencies Customer Focus Employees & Teamwork/Diversity & Inclusion Integrity/Excellence Public Service/Environmental Stewardship Safety Salary Information - Nebraska Public Power District offers a competitive starting salary with opportunities for growth. In addition to the base salary range listed below, NPPD employees may also be eligible for our Annual Incentive Program (AIP) that may supplement total compensation at a level above and beyond the stated salary range. Successful applicants will be provided more information regarding the incentive program at the time of an interview. Apprentice Distribution Line Technician In-Training - $37.04/hour DistributionLine Technician In-Training - $44.44/hour Journey Distribution Line Technician In-Training - $52.84/hour Travel Required: 25% to 50% (With no or minimal overnight stays, less than 3 per month, typically within state of Nebraska) Travel required may fluctuate by business need. This is an estimate and will be discussed further with candidates that receive an interview. Nebraska Public Power District offers a competitive starting salary and an excellent benefits package including medical and dental insurance, 401K retirement plan, paid holidays, paid vacation, paid medical, training opportunities and more. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact Human Resources at Nebraska Public Power District. Nebraska Public Power District is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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Job Details

Job Type:	Full Time
Number of Openings:
Wage:	37.04-52.84
Hours:
Job Category:	Utility Line

Contact Information

Sherry Clarkson

HR Business Partner

Website: http://www.nppd.com
Email: saclark@nppd.com

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