Seasonal line worker

Date needed to begin employment: May 15 or June 1, 2026

City: Moorhead, Minn. (South Outpost)

Due date to apply: April 09, 2026

Red River Valley Cooperative Power Association (RRVCPA), an electric cooperative serving 4,870 accounts in Clay, Norman and Polk counties in northwest Minnesota, is looking to hire a seasonal line worker to be located at its Moorhead outpost. RRVCPA maintains 1,800+ miles of line that is approximately 56 percent overhead line and 44 percent underground.

Candidates must possess the following qualifications:

• Have obtained an electrical line worker diploma from an approved program or about to graduate from an approved program in Spring of 2026.
• Have a Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with a valid health card.
• Have knowledge of and the ability to learn all facets of construction and maintenance of the distribution system following Rural Utility Service construction specifications.
• Be able to perform a pole top rescue and be in sound physical condition.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills are necessary. Must have a pleasant and respectful demeanor when dealing with co-workers, members and the general public.
• Must pass a pre-employment background check and drug/alcohol check.

The position is expected to end in mid-fall. Being available for storm response, if needed, is also a requirement of the position. All work will be completed under the supervision of a Journeyman Line Worker. The pay for this position is $29.42 per hour.

To apply, please send resume to the attention of Jon Kuehn, Operations Manager, Red River Valley Co-op Power, PO Box 358, Halstad, MN 56548. Or email jkuehn@rrvcoop.com. More information about the cooperative can be found at www.rrvcoop.com.