Step 01. Pay
Rushmore Electric Cooperative Lineman Pay and Salary Information
The average annual pay for a Power Lineman in Rushmore Electric Cooperative is $79,053 a year. Rushmore Electric Cooperative has a health insurance program.
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Rushmore Electric Cooperative is hiring linemen. Rushmore Electric is the wholesale power provider for eight rural electric cooperatives in western and central South Dakota. Rushmore Electric buys the bulk of its power from Basin Electric Power Cooperative who operates coal-fired plants, natural gas plants, renewable energy facilities, and a nuclear plant in Wyoming, Iowa, Montana, South Dakota, and North Dakota.
Step 02. Apprentice
Lineman Apprenticeships at Rushmore Electric Cooperative
The Apprentice Lineman at Rushmore Electric assists Journeyman Lineman and the Foreman while in training and learning the trade. Responsible for performing diversified work related to the construction and maintenance of poles, power lines, auxiliary facilities, and equipment for the distribution of electricity. Provide technical skills needed for the operation and maintenance of reliable electrical services for the consumer, completing jobs with quality and timeliness
Step 03. Journeyman
Rushmore Electric Cooperative Journeyman Lineman Jobs
Journeyman lineman at Rushmore Electric Cooperative Report to and assist immediate supervisor, Practice safety rules, Safe use of hand & power tools, Sign and code delivery tickets, Maintain and encourage job safety.
Step 04. Hiring
Rushmore Electric Cooperative Lineman Job Hiring Process
Minimum of (3) three years of electrical engineering or other relevant experience required. Rushmore Electric Cooperative lineman required possess a valid driver's license.
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Where Rushmore Electric Cooperative hires
Rushmore Electric Cooperative shows up in 5 states on Lineman Central: halls, live postings, and the directory. Tap a shaded state for local jobs, pay, and schools.
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- 1 surveyed opening
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