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Journey or Senior Line Technician - Distribution

York, NE, US, 68467-0608

Nebraska Public Power District (NPPD) has an immediate opening for a Journey or Senior Line Technician - Distribution located at York Operations Center in York, Nebraska.  Position closes November 28, 2025, at 11:59 p.m. Central Time. 

 

This position will report to the York Distribution Supervisor.

Position Summary

Journey Line Technician

Perform construction, maintenance, and operation of District electrical systems, including transmission, subtransmission, and distribution lines; substations; and equipment in a safe and efficient manner. Take assigned after-hours standby duty on a regular basis. Ascend and descend wood poles and steel towers of any height regularly to perform work, as required, in a safe and productive manner without close supervision. Provide storm support as requested both in and out of state.

 

Safely construct and maintain transmission, subtransmission, and distribution lines and facilities while providing the technical leadership in areas of responsibility.

 

Senior Line Technician
The incumbent serves as a technical leader, assisting the Superintendent/Supervisor in the supervision of the Distribution Line Crew activities. This includes: training Line Technicians, planning, organizing, directing, and controlling activities to operate, construct, and maintain the distribution lines and substations to ensure effective operation of NPPD Distribution and Sub-Transmission System in a safe and efficient manner, as well as complete Journey Line Technician duties.

 

This position must make sound and logical, on-the-spot decisions while responding to emergency situations such as storm damage and equipment failures, on short notice.

Education, Training and Experience

Must be a graduate (certificate, diploma, or associate's degree) of an accredited line technician school OR achieve a certificate from a District-approved program OR have documented line technician experience with another utility or electrical contractor that is considered an acceptable equivalent to the formal education options listed.

 

Journey Line Technician
Four years of combined experience at the Apprentice and Line Technician levels is the normal minimum experience requirement (as outlined in the NPPD Line Technician Progression Program) for progression to this position.

 

Senior Line Technician
Must have achieved the Journey Line Technician status or equivalent based on NPPD's Line Technician Progression Program.

Two years of experience as a Journey Line Technician is preferred.

Licenses and/or Certifications

Journey Line Technician
Must maintain Red Cross Community cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and first aid certifications and pole top and bucket truck rescue certifications. Class A commercial driver's license (CDL) required.

 

Senior Line Technician
Individual must obtain Switchman and Clearance Holder Certification within six months and maintain thereafter. Individual must also maintain Red Cross Community Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification, First Aid Certification, Pole Top and Bucket Truck Rescue Certification, and maintain a minimum Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) while meeting the mandatory DOT requirements.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Journey Line Technician

-Construction, maintenance, and operation of lines, substations, and equipment. Ascend and descend wood poles and steel towers of any height regularly to perform work, as required, in a safe and productive manner with and without close supervision.

-Operation and maintenance of District vehicles and hydraulic equipment.

-Installation and maintenance of services, and installation and removal of meters.

-Analyze and initiate corrective action on outages, and troubleshoot service-related problems.

-Accurate and timely record keeping, such as, material, time, and equipment documents. Issue and return stores materials.

-Perform energized line work. Journey Line Technician is required to work 69 kV and below.

-Incumbent is expected to travel as assigned for work and to be available for duty per on-call schedules and storm support as determined by the Distribution Superintendent/Supervisor. This is part of the expected job function and associated compensation.

-Trim trees out of distribution and subtransmission conductors. Service street and area lighting systems.

 

Senior Line Technician 

-Assist in supervision of the construction, maintenance, and operation of lines, substations, and equipment. Take assigned after-hours standby duty on a regular basis. Analyze and initiate corrective actions on outages. Trouble shoot service related problems. Ascend and descend wood poles and steel towers of any height up to 100 plus feet regularly, while performing work as required in a safe and productive manner without close supervision. Under specific business need, may be required to climb towers and structures up to 300+ feet.

-Perform hot line maintenance on distribution lines of substation voltages 12.5 kV to 34.5 kV using the hot stick or rubber glove method.

-Operation and maintenance of District vehicles and hydraulic equipment. 

-Installation and maintenance of services. Installation and removal of meters.

-Maintain favorable customer relations.

-Accurate and timely record keeping such as material, time, and equipment documents. Familiarize self with Systems, Applications and Products in Data Processing (SAP) system to ensure that projects and work orders are completed within budget and on time.

Accountable for other duties as assigned.

Core Competencies

Customer Focus
Employees & Teamwork/Diversity & Inclusion
Integrity/Excellence
Public Service/Environmental Stewardship
Safety

Salary Information - Nebraska Public Power District offers a competitive starting salary with opportunities for growth. In addition to the base salary range listed below, NPPD employees may also be eligible for our Annual Incentive Program (AIP) that may supplement total compensation at a level above and beyond the stated salary range.  Successful applicants will be provided more information regarding the incentive program at the time of an interview.

 

Journey Line Technician - pay grade 13 - $54.42/hour

Senior Line Technician - pay grade 14 - $61.04/hour

 

Travel Required: Up to 25% (With no or minimal overnight stays, less than 3 per month, typically within state of Nebraska)  Travel required may fluctuate by business need. This is an estimate and will be discussed further with candidates that receive an interview.

 

Nebraska Public Power District offers a competitive starting salary and an excellent benefits package including medical and dental insurance, 401K retirement plan, paid holidays, paid vacation, paid medical, training opportunities and more.

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact Human Resources at Nebraska Public Power District.

Nebraska Public Power District is an Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer who values the contributions of its diverse work force. We are only legally able to hire persons who are 1) a United States citizen or national, 2) a lawful permanent resident of the United States, or 3) an alien legally authorized to work in the United States.

Benefits

Customers around the state know what to expect from NPPD — quality, reliability and performance excellence. Our values also extend to the way we take care of our employees and their families. We remain on the leading edge by providing competitive benefits that respond to the diverse lifestyles of our people in an ever-changing world.

Salary

Nebraska Public Power District offers a competitive starting salary with opportunities for growth. In addition to the base salary listed in posting, NPPD employees may also be eligible for our Annual Incentive Program (AIP) that may supplement total compensation at a level above and beyond the stated salary range.

Retirement Savings

NPPD employees may participate in two retirement plan options – a 401(k) plan and a 457(b) plan. Both plans allow for pre-tax or Roth contributions. After the first six months of employment, the 401(k) plan includes a generous matching contribution from NPPD. The five-year vesting period begins on an employee’s hire date. Our retired employees are eligible for retiree healthcare benefits as well as a life benefit paid out to designated beneficiaries upon their passing.

Health & Wellness

At NPPD, we care about the health and wellness of our employees. We offer new teammates two competitive hospital / medical plan options to fit their lifestyle and family needs. We also make an annual contribution to employee Health Savings Accounts, which can be used to offset out-of-pocket expenses. Employees and their spouse are invited to participate in a variety of wellness initiatives offered throughout the year as a way to enhance their wellness, reduce health risks and promote healthy lifestyles.

Other Benefits

Employees earn vacation on a schedule commensurate with their years of service. We also offer paid holidays as well as personal and family medical leave, including birth mother recovery leave and parental child bonding leave. All full-time employees receive a life insurance policy equivalent to two times the participant's annual salary at no cost to the employee. NPPD also offers dental and vision insurance as well as personal accident, accidental death and dismemberment, critical illness, hospital indemnity, long-term care, pre-paid legal/identity theft, and short-and long-term disability insurance plans. Additional benefits include college tuition reimbursement, relocation assistance and complimentary access to an Employee Assistance Program.

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