Journeyman Line Worker

Power Your Career in Minnesota’s Lakes Country

Build your future where others vacation.

Lake Region Electric Cooperative (LREC) is seeking Journeyman Line Workers to join our team in Pelican Rapids, MN as a result of internal transitions. If you’re an experienced line worker looking for strong benefits, stability, and a great place to live and work — this is your opportunity.

LREC serves over 30,000 members across west-central Minnesota and is known for safety, reliability, and a strong team culture.

Why Join LREC?

• 100% employer-paid single health insurance
• 401(k) match – fully vested + discretionary contribution
• Competitive wages + paid time off
• Consistent, year-round work
• Strong safety culture
• Live and work in Minnesota’s lakes country

What You’ll Do

• Construct and maintain overhead and underground distribution systems
• Perform energized (hot line) work
• Set poles, frame, and string 1-, 2-, and 3-phase lines
• Troubleshoot outages and restore power safely and efficiently
• Operate line equipment (bucket trucks, digger trucks, etc.)
• Perform system maintenance including tree trimming and lighting
• Respond to emergency and after-hours calls

Qualifications

• Combination of education and experience equivalent to 6+ years in electric utility line work; completion of a recognized line worker apprenticeship program and experience in electric distribution systems required
• Journeyman Line Worker certification required
• Valid Class A CDL (or ability to obtain)
• Strong knowledge of electrical distribution systems and safety practices
• Ability to work outdoors in all conditions
• Commitment to safety, teamwork, and reliable service
• Ability to pass pre-employment screening

Additional Details

• Position primarily operates during standard business hours (Mon – Fri 7:30a – 4p). Regularly requires work outside of standard business hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays, particularly during outages and emergency events.
• Position is required to be available to respond within 30min during a scheduled weekly on-call rotation, on average, every 6 weeks. Must live within 20min of the Pelican Rapids facility.

If you’re ready to build a long-term career with a stable, member-focused cooperative, apply today.

LREC offers a generous compensation package including fully paid single coverage health insurance premium, company 401k match and substantial paid time off, including front loading accrual. This position’s starting union wage range is $48.00 – $50.00/hr with a training progression period and wage adjustments to conclude over 2 years. Job offer rates are determined based on the candidate’s specific education, experience, knowledge, skills, and in alignment with market data.

Questions regarding the position can be directed to HR@lrec.coop. Applications will be reviewed as received. Apply and view a full position description by visiting our website at www.lrec.coop.

LREC is an equal opportunity employer (EOE).

About Lake Region Electric Cooperative

Lake Region Electric Cooperative’s membership is a mix of residential, commercial and industrial, and seasonal homes. The cooperative averages 4.6 members per mile in our 3,200 square mile service territory. We own and maintain 5,600 miles of line. Because we are a cooperative, margins (or profits) are allocated to members’ capital credits accounts. Periodically, capital credits are returned to members based on the amount of electricity they purchased.

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