POSITION SUMMARYResponsibilities include constructing, converting, relocating, and performing maintenance and service work on lines throughout the area served by the organization.REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS STATEMENTTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. Upon request, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS1. Accurately and thoroughly performs construction, conversion, relocation, maintenance, and service work on energized or de-energized lines throughout the area served by the organization. Performs all work and handles all tools in accordance with accepted safety rules, regulations, and practices relating to the trade.2. When appropriate, practices barricading on public highways and public rights-of-way to include the proper use of warning signs, devices, and flagging procedures.3. When approached by a property owner, communicates in a professional and helpful manner answering any questions or concerns. If concerns still exist, seeks assistance from the Foreman. Whenever coming into contact with members or the general public, follows all aspects of the Co-op policies and procedures. Insists the same from the crew when under their supervision.4. In the absence of the Foreman and/or when assigned, supervises the activities of the crew assigned to them. Assigns duties to the crew in a manner that will ensure all work is performed safely, promptly, efficiently, economically, and courteously. When working with apprentices, provides training and instruction to ensure work performed is accurate, thorough, safe, and meeting FEC standards.5. Accurately and legibly completes, as required or assigned: Tailboards, Service Orders, Incident Fact Finding Reports, Outage Tickets, etc.6. When requested, submits reports of accountability to direct supervisor for jobs performed and for all materials issued them or to the crew; cares for and returns to the warehouse all unused and retired materials.7. Maintains and properly uses all trucks, equipment, and tools assigned to them to ensure all are in proper working order at all times. Performs daily inspection on trucks and equipment completing the inspection forms required.8. Responds to duty calls as soon as possible, day or night, seven days a week, to correct the problem and/or restore service.9. Be willing to perform all of the duties for all of the positions in their crew, according to the job descriptions, in order to meet the requirements and deadlines of the work being performed.10. Gains and maintains a thorough knowledge of the description of units, specifications, and drawings for line construction of transmission and distribution and voltages presently in use or proposed to be used on the system and convey this information to the crew in the absence of the Foreman.11. Gains and maintains a thorough knowledge of the transmission and distribution system in the service area to which they may be assigned, such as: location and workings of substations, regulators, breakers, and fuses, and convey this information to the crew in the absence of the Foreman.12. When traveling throughout FEC territory, be aware of the condition of the electric system. When a problem or hazard is identified, accurately complete a service order and/or communicate with the appropriate FEC department.13. Always assist members/vendors/employees and the general public in a courteous and professional manner ensuring their continued satisfaction with FEC. Work in harmony and show respect to all fellow employees in order to promote an effective and pleasant working environment.14. Maintains ongoing, effective communication with direct supervisor regarding the specifics of each assignment, problems that may occur, and questions that may arise. Reports immediately any known hazardous conditions affecting the crew or public that exists on lines, stations, etc. Make suggestions on revisions needed.15. In pursuit of zero workplace incidents, promotes and maintains a positive safety culture while adhering to all applicable policies outlined in the Safety Manual. Reports all incidents and potential safety hazards in a timely manner to supervisor or Safety Resource Officer.16. Become familiar with and keep current with FEC objectives and applicable policies. 17. Performs other duties as assigned by management applying the same skill and enthusiasm as with regularly assigned responsibilities.MINIMUM POSITION QUALIFICATIONSEducation: High School Diploma or equivalent.Job Related Experience: 1 to 4 years in completion of a recognized, qualified, four-year apprenticeship and have met all minimum requirements of the trade. Must be recognized by I.B.E.W. as a Journeyman Lineman.Supervision: No Experience Supervising Required.Computer Skills: Experience with personal computers and hand held devices preferred.Certificates & Licenses: Must have a Montana Commercial Driver’s License. Must be certified in CPR, First Aid and Pole Top Rescue.Other Qualifications: •Valid Montana Class A Commercial Drivers License and be insurable•At least 18 years of age•Able to work 40 hours per week with additional time as needed•Present a professional appearance at all times•Thorough background and knowledge of operating and construction procedures and practices of electric transmission and distribution•Certified flagger•Legible handwriting•Be a team player with effective verbal and written skills•Exhibit excellent member relations and customer service skills•Live within 20 mile radius of assigned FEC headquarters•Able to travel occasionally out-of-area and/or overnight•Climb and work on poles, trees and towers up to 100 feet tall•Lift, carry, hold and use equipment, poles, etc., up to 100 lbs.•Completed appropriate apprenticeship training•Work with both arms overhead, grip and hold lines and ropes with up to 80 lb. weight attached and with small components for the full work day•Be able to execute and administer a planned program of work which will achieve the expectations of the organization.•This position is required to join the Union and is covered under the Basic Agreement between FEC and the IBEW Local 768.•Work schedule as defined by the Union contract, with overtime as required.•Work outdoors year-round in all kinds of weather conditions and terrain, including long periods of hot, cold, wet, windy or ice conditions•Able to operate a snowmobile or snowmachine, wear snowshoes and skis.PHYSICAL DEMANDS (Based on an 8 hour work day)Stand F (Frequently) Walk C (Constantly) Sit O (Occasionally) Handling / Grasping C (Constantly)Reach Outward F (Frequently) Reach Above Shoulder F (Frequently)Climb F (Frequently)Crawl R (Rarely)Squat or Kneel O (Occasionally)Bend O (Occasionally)DriveO (Occasionally)Lift/Carry10 lbs or less F (Frequently)11-25 lbs O (Occasionally) 26-50 lbs R (Rarely)51-100 lbs R (Rarely)Over 100 lbs R (Rarely)Push/Pull 10 lbs or less O (Occasionally) 11-25 lbs O (Occasionally) 26-50 lbs R (Rarely)51-100 lbs R (Rarely)N (Not Applicable)Activity is not applicable to this positionR (Rarely)Position requires this activity up to 5% of the time (0 - 2 hrs/day)O (Occasionally)Position requires this activity up to 6% - 33% of the time (2 - 4 hrs/day)F (Frequently)Position requires this activity from 34% - 66% of the time (4 - 6 hrs/day)C (Constantly)Position requires this activity more than 66% of the time (8+ hrs/day)WORK ENVIRONMENTWill be working mostly outdoors in all types of weather and terrain.