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San Luis Valley Rural Electric Cooperative
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San Luis Valley Rural Electric Cooperative is hiring linemen. San Luis Valley Rural Electric SLVREC is the 2nd oldest utility in Colorado and the most technologically advanced. Advanced metering and Scada projects are supported by Ciello, a world class fiber optics network.
Step 01. Pay
San Luis Valley Rural Electric Cooperative pays an Lineman average salary of $61,770 per year. San Luis Valley Rural Electric Cooperative has a health insurance program.
Step 02. Apprentice
Lineworker apprentices at San Luis will experience with both sticking and gloving methods of work Apprentices will learn all aspects of Line work while completing on the job training (OJT) hours. Assist in the construction of new overhead and underground services and service upgrades. Operate heavy and light equipment including digger derricks, aerial lift devices, pulling and tensioning equipment, forklifts, dump trucks and various dirt equipment. Apprentice must, at all times, follow all safety policies and procedures
Step 03. Journeyman
Journeyman lineman at San Luis Valley Rural Electric Cooperative A lineman is responsible for the installation, repair and maintenance of overhead and underground electrical power lines and auxiliary equipment. This includes work from power plants to the meters of customers homes. Additionally, a lineman digs trenches for the installation of underground lines, install meters, climb poles to repair overhead lines and inspect power lines for possible repair or replacement. A Lineman usually works for utility companies, energy companies or telecommunications companies.
Step 04. Hiring
Valid first aid card including CPR training, equivalent to the requirements for industrial first aid. San Luis Valley Rural Electric Cooperative Lineman required igh school diploma or GED from accredited institution.
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