Seasonal Apprentice Line Worker

Wild Rice Electric Cooperative is seeking two (2) Apprentice Linemen to join the operations team for the upcoming 2025 summer construction and maintenance season. This position is seasonal with an expected start date on or around May 5, 2025 with an end date of no greater than 1000 worked hours.

The Seasonal Apprentice will perform duties and responsibilities under the direction of the Line Superintendent, Line Foreman or Lead Lineman assisting in the construction, operation, and maintenance of structures, lines and equipment of the distribution and transmission facilities of the Cooperative in a safe, reliable and timely manner which will provide members with safe, reliable service. They must have first aid card and be willing to comply with the Cooperative’s basic operating safety rules as well as understand the latest National Safety Code clearance requirements. 

Responsibilities:

Under the direction of the Line Superintendent, Line Foreman or Lead Lineman and within scope of apprenticeship:

• Assist in the building and maintenance of underground and overhead electrical distribution lines.
• Assist in the restoration of electrical outages.
• Operate with an extreme awareness for safety of self and team.

Experiences and Requirements:

• Active Apprentice program participant is preferred.
• Current training on First Aid, CPR, and pole top rescue is required.
• Current/Valid/Unrestricted Commercial CDL license is required.