Journey Electric Line Technician

Journey Electric Line TechnicianJoin our team as a Journey Electric Line Technician, where you will find more than just a job; it's an opportunity to lay down roots in a top-rated city to live while providing hometown service to a thriving community. You'll have an opportunity to leverage your knowledge and skills to install and maintain our overhead and underground electrical distribution and transmission systems, ensuring safe and reliable electric utilities for 500,000+ customers across the Pikes Peak region.Please note that the starting pay rate for this position is set at $62.87/hr. followed by an increase to $66.01/hr. after completing probation (typically six months).What Will You Be Doing?Installing underground or overhead electrical lines by laying pipe, pulling wire, and setting metersConstructing, maintaining, and testing electrical systems and related equipmentRepairing, maintaining, and troubleshooting street light systems, poles, luminaries, and circuitsSwitching or rerouting electrical systems using proper sequencing and connectionsAssuring compliance with safety standards and work practicesOperating line construction vehicles and equipment including wire-pullers, bucket and boom trucks, and various hand toolsPreparing materials for line construction and charging materials to appropriate jobLogging completed work orders and preparing reportsAssisting in training Line Technician apprenticesThis position requires providing emergency response after hours to restore power and repair infrastructure as needed. You will also be subject to working in adverse work and weather conditions, as well as overtime and standby hours as needed.Why Join Our Team?Competitive Pay – Journey Line Technicians receive $58.81/hr. upon completing probation. Overtime is optional, but not typically required.Local Work - Our crews work locally in Colorado Springs supporting our electric system that we are the owner/operator of, and no overnight travel is requiredCombination Crews & Diversity in Work – Our construction crews are combination crews that work on transmission, distribution, overhead, underground, electric lines, and electric infrastructureMunicipal Utility - Competitive pay, pension plan, and job securitySafety and Reliability - We don't just talk about safety - we live it through being a Diamond Designation recipient from APPA for safety, reliability, workforce development, and system improvementsEducation, Experience, and What Else to Know:It is a requirement that qualified candidates will have completed a certified Line Technician apprenticeship programIdeal candidates should have hands-on experience in both overhead AND underground distributionIf you move forward to interview, there will be a climbing and overhead/underground practical test as part of the interview processA valid CDL Class A and a valid, unrestricted driver's license are requiredTwo or more years of experience working as a journey-level lineman is preferredPhysical Requirements/Working Conditions:Exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or in excess of 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or in excess of 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical Demand requirements are in excess of Heavy Work.Positions in this class typically require exposure in all weather conditions.Who We Are: Colorado Springs Utilities, a four-service utility provider with a 100-year reputation of integrity, gives you an experience unmatched by other utility companies. We continuously strive to stay ahead of the business curve with our established priority to update and incorporate state-of-the-art technology and provide a work culture dedicated to innovation, collaboration, and synergy. In fact, we were recently awarded the Diamond Designation from the American Public Power Association (APPA), recognizing our utility for having some of the highest ratings in reliability, safety, workforce development, and system improvements among the more than 2,000 public utilities in the nation. Nestled at the base of the Rocky Mountains, Colorado Springs is the perfect blend of mountain and city living. With over 300 days of sunshine a year, you will enjoy nature at its finest while residing in the sixth most desired place to live in the United States (according to U.S. News & World Report, 2021).Our Commitment to Our Employees… Our people are the heart and soul of Colorado Springs Utilities. They keep the lights on, gas flowing, water coming in, and wastewater leaving. We don't just say people are important – we prove it! That's why we are honored to invest in protecting the health and financial security of our employees and their families through our rich benefits program.Time Off to RechargeVacation – Start with 13 days annually, increasing to 24 days with tenurePersonal Leave –3 days per yearPaid Holidays –12 paid holidays per yearSick Leave – 12 days per year for personal or family health needsVacation Buy – Option to purchase up to 40 additional hours annuallyHealth & Wellness – Benefits elected are effective the first of the following monthMedical Plans: Three comprehensive options, including a $0 premium High-Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) with Health Savings Account (HSA) eligibilityZero Health: Access to hundreds of medical services at no costDental & Vision: Two dental plans and one vision planFamily Building-Benefits: Support for fertility, preservation, adoption, and surrogacyWellness Program: A voluntary program that rewards you for prioritizing self-care! If you're enrolled in our medical plan, you and your spouse can earn up to $600 in HRA or HSA contributions by completing healthy activitiesFlexible Spending Accounts (FSA): Pre-tax contributions for healthcare and dependent care expensesHealth Savings Account (HSA): Available with HDHPFinancial & Retirement SecurityPension Plan: Colorado PERA provides retirement benefits and peace of mindSupplemental Retirement Plans: PERAPlus 401(k), MissionSquare Roth IRA, and 457 plansDisability Coverage: Short-Term and Long-Term Disability insurance availableLife Insurance: Employer-paid coverage with optional supplemental plansLong-Term Care Insurance: Available for purchase to support extended care needsAdditional SupportEmployee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential support for mental health, stress, legal, financial, and work-life balanceTuition Reimbursement: Up to $5,250 annually to support continued educationPublic Service Loan Forgiveness: As a qualifying employer, your student loan payments may be eligible for loan forgiveness