Journeyman/Apprentice Lineman Position

McDonough Power Cooperative located in Macomb, Illinois is accepting applications for a Lineman position – experienced Journeyman and Apprentice level will be considered. McDonough Power is a distribution cooperative with approximately 1,400 miles of line serving over 5,000 meters in portions of 7 counties. Macomb is located in west-central Illinois just 40 miles from the Iowa/Missouri border. Macomb is the home of Western Illinois University and Spoon River College.

Requirements

Journeyman Lineman:

• 5-years of progressively responsible and verifiable experience in the construction/maintenance of electric distribution lines (energized and de-energized), in pole climbing, and using lineman tools or a graduate of a recognized lineman training program and 4-years of progressively responsible and verifiable experience in the construction/maintenance of electric distribution lines (energized and de-energized), in pole climbing, and using lineman tools.
• Must have a H.S. Diploma/G.E.D., legible handwriting, and effective communications/interpersonal skills to deal with consumer-members, public, and co-workers.
• Must possess or be able to obtain and maintain a valid Class A CDL driver’s license.
• Must be able to work outside in varying weather conditions with overtime due to emergencies and being “on call” on a scheduled basis.
• Climbing, stooping, bending, and lifting (100 lbs. unassisted/200 lbs. assisted) required.
• Must gain knowledge of the Cooperative’s geographic system and be able to work without supervision.
• Will be required to live within 5 miles (20 minutes) travel distance to the office.
• Candidate will be required to complete a pre-employment physical.
• Listed requirements are not intended to be all inclusive.

Apprentice Lineman:

• Graduate of a recognized lineman training program.
• Electrical distribution construction experience preferred.
• Must have a H.S. Diploma/G.E.D., legible handwriting, and effective communications/interpersonal skills to deal with consumer/members, public, and co-workers.
• Must possess or be able to obtain and maintain a valid Class A CDL driver’s license.
• Must be able to work outside in varying weather conditions with overtime due to emergencies and being “on call” on a scheduled basis.
• Climbing, stooping, bending, and lifting (100 lbs. unassisted/200 lbs. assisted) required.
• Must gain knowledge of the Cooperative’s geographic system and be able to work without supervision.
• Will be required to live within 5 miles (20 minutes) travel distance to the office.
• Candidate will be required to complete a pre-employment physical.
• Listed requirements not intended to be all inclusive.

Benefits

The Cooperative offers a competitive wage and a complete benefits package including medical, life insurance, 401K, retirement plan, paid time off, and paid holidays. McDonough Power Cooperative is an equal opportunity employer.

Interested persons should submit a resume and cover letter by September 15, 2023, to:

McDonough Power Cooperative
Attn: Human Resources
P.O. Box 352
Macomb, IL 61455
 
Email submissions may be sent to: memberservices@mcdonoughpower.com