Journeyman Lineworker

Journeyman Lineworker

Join our team and help power the communities we serve. We’re seeking a dedicated and highly skilled Journeyman Lineworker to support the Cooperative’s mission of providing safe, reliable, and efficient electric service. As a key member of our Operations team, you’ll work hands-on to construct, maintain, and repair both overhead and underground distribution systems while upholding the highest standards of safety and professionalism. This role is essential to ensuring our members receive the dependable service they count on every day.

The successful candidate must have completed an accredited lineworker curriculum from a vocational institution, achieved Journeyman status through an approved apprenticeship program, possess a valid Minnesota Class A CDL, and medical card.  Upon offer of employment, FMEC will require that the accepted applicant pass a physical examination and drug/alcohol screening.  See a full job description on our website at www.fmec.coop.

This position is an hourly, union position.

The starting pay rate for the position is $53.08 per hour.

(Effective 4/20/2026 the pay rate will increase to $55.20 per hour.)

Benefits offerings include:

Paid vacation and sick leave

8 holidays each year

Medical, prescription drug, dental, life insurance and long-term disability plans

Retirement plan

Health Savings Account and tax-free expense account for dependent care

Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social and financial well-being

Interested parties should complete the application form found at www.fmec.coop and submit or mail, along with a current résumé to:

Freeborn Mower Electric Cooperative

Attn: Human Resources

PO Box 611, Albert Lea, MN 56007

DEADLINE TO APPLY: 3:30, Friday, March 27, 2026

Freeborn Mower Electric Cooperative is an equal opportunity provider and employer.