Apprentice Lineman

Cleveland Utilities Authority, a municipal utility providing electric, water, wastewater and fiber services to the Cleveland, Tennessee/Bradley County area, is seeking an Apprentice Lineman to construct and maintain our electrical transmission and distribution facilities. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Provide assistance in the construction and maintenance of distribution and transmission lines. Assist in the installation of underground cables, wire, conduit, metering, transformers, pads, switch gear, protective devices, pull boxes, pedestal, and lighting equipment. Ability to use hand tools such as shovel, post-hole diggers, tamps, etc. to assist crew members in providing electrical service to customers. Perform linework on both overhead and underground services. Perform all aspects of the job utilizing all required safety procedures and equipment. Climb poles and perform linework more than 75-feet, while using climbing gear. Work in elevated positions from aerial lifts, ladders, and substation structures. Operate boom trucks, forklifts, specialized line equipment, testing equipment and other equipment. Ensure tools and equipment are in safe working conditions and well maintained. Perform other duties as assigned by Working Line Foreman/Line Section Supervisor. PERSONAL REQUIREMENTS: High school diploma or GED equivalency. Successful completion of an accredited Electrical Lineworker Program. Ability to advance from an apprentice to a journeyman lineman through the TVPPA apprenticeship training program within 5-years of employment. Basic computer skills with working knowledge of Microsoft Office. Valid Class “A” Commercial Driver’s License. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Ability to lift and carry up to 100 pounds. Hand and arm dexterity for using hand tools to make connections. Ability to work in extreme weather conditions. Physical ability to perform heavy/manual labor. Ability to climb heights. Qualified applicants should submit a resume by Friday, June 27, 2025 , to: CLEVELAND UTILITIES AUTHORITY ATTN: HUMAN RESOURES POST OFFICE BOX 2730 CLEVELAND, TN 37320 Or click APPLY below. AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER recblid oirk86r9d9xyzr0his4m9bnxupwp2w