Job Description
Goldenwest Electric Cooperative, headquartered in Wibaux, Montana, is accepting applications for the position of Apprentice or Journeyman Lineworker. The person in this position is responsible for providing outstanding customer service to our membership by assuring the highest possible degree of construction, line repair and maintenance, and must uphold a strong culture of safety.
Experience/educational requirements: High School diploma and successful completion of a recognized lineman training school. Applicants must have a thorough knowledge of equipment, tools, materials, and services used by electric utilities, extensive knowledge of the description of units, specifications, and drawings for line construction of distribution voltages, and a thorough knowledge of operating and construction procedures and RUS practices of electric distribution organizations. Completion of a four-year Apprentice Lineworker training program must be completed for the Journeyman Lineworker position.
The successful applicant must possess a valid Montana CDL Class A driver’s license within 30 days of hire.
Offers are contingent upon the completion of a background check. Qualified applicants may pick up an application from the GWEC office at 119 1st Avenue SW in Wibaux, MT. Applicants may call the office to have an application emailed to you or download an application from our website at www.gwec.coop. Submit the completed GWEC application, resume and letter of interest to GWEC, Attn: Travis Bakken, Operations Manager, PO Box 177, Wibaux, MT 59353-0177, or email to travisb@gwec.coop. If you have any questions, please contact Travis at (406) 796-2423 or by email.
Goldenwest Electric Cooperative offers an excellent wage and benefit package including health care coverage, pension, 401(k), vacation, and sick leave.
The position will remain open until it is filled. GWEC is an equal opportunity provider and employer.