Essential Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least four years’ experience in the construction or maintenance of electric distribution systems.
• Interpersonal skills necessary to manage the activities of a diverse group of employees and to work productively with all levels of organizational staff.
• Supervisory skills necessary to effectively manage the daily operations and administration of assigned function while promoting a positive culture.
• Residency within 20 miles of municipal boundary.
• Valid Michigan Driver’s License with CDL.

Preferred Qualifications

• Educational emphasis or specialized training in a technical or business field.
• Successful completion of a multi-year electric line worker apprenticeship program; US Department of Labor recognized preferred.
• Field experience as a journeyman level utility line worker.
• Effective workplace skills as demonstrated through WorkKeys assessments (Workplace Documents – 5, Applied Math – 5, Graphic Literacy – 5).

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

• Majority of work is in a normal office environment with minimum discomfort due to noise, dirt and dust.
• Work includes proximity to environmental hazards associated with electrical, mechanical and/or power equipment.
• Work include exposure to extreme hot and cold weather conditions.
• Ability to periodically stoop, bend, twist, kneel and/or climb to accommodate various working positions.