Apprentice Line Technician Intern - Transmission Summer 2023 - Nebraska, York

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Nebraska Public Power District (NPPD) has an immediate opening for a Apprentice Line Technician Intern - Transmission Summer 2023 located at the York Operations Center in York, Nebraska. Position closes November 6 at 11:59 p.m. Central Time.

Position Summary

The Internship's function is to learn and mentor from experienced line technicians in the field for a period of time beginning mid-May and ending mid-August 2023. Incumbents must have successfully completed their freshman year of school with an accredited institution majoring in Utility Line. The incumbent will climb wood poles, steel towers, microwave and radio towers up to 300 plus feet to perform repairs, maintenance and construction duties as required to ensure effective operation of NPPD's Transmission Grid system, in a safe and efficient manner. Incumbent must be certified to climb through courses offered at school. Overnight travel will be required. Class A CDL license preferred prior to and throughout the duration of the internship program.

Incumbent will be required to complete a background check, physical, and drug screen prior to starting with the District. Incumbent will be required to report wearing safety shoes that meet ASTM F2413-05 specifications.

Education, Training and Experience

The incumbent must have successfully completed the first semester of college in the Utility Line program at either Metro Community College or Northeast Community College. Incumbent must be certified to climb through an accredited institution.

Licenses and/or Certifications

Class A CDL preferred

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Ascend and descend wood poles, and steel towers of any height, microwave and radio towers up to 300 feet to perform work as required in a safe and productive manner with supervision.

Concentrate and be fully aware of responsibilities while on patrol of transmission lines within the grid system.

Maintain favorable public relations with property owners, other District personnel, business establishments, and customers.

Safely operate and maintain tools and equipment assigned, according to District policies and procedures. Operate and maintain mobile and hydraulic aerial equipment associated with construction and maintenance including digger derricks.

Incumbent is accountable for miscellaneous other responsibilities as assigned or required.

Accountable for other duties as assigned. Core Competencies

Customer Focus

Employees & Teamwork/Diversity & Inclusion

Integrity/Excellence

Public Service/Environmental Stewardship

Safety

Salary Information - Nebraska Public Power District offers a competitive starting salary with opportunities for growth.

Pay Grade - 99 Hourly

Typical Pay Grade Starting Salary Range: $22.48 per hour

Travel Required: More than 75% (With frequent overnight stays, more than 3 per month, typically within state of Nebraska) Travel required may fluctuate by business need. This is an estimate and will be discussed further with candidates that receive an interview.

Nebraska Public Power District offers a competitive starting salary and an excellent benefits package including medical and dental insurance, 401K retirement plan, paid holidays, paid vacation, paid medical, training opportunities and more.

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact Human Resources at Nebraska Public Power District.

Nebraska Public Power District is an Equal Opportunity Employer