The role
Step into the field with YVEA's line crew as a Summer Laborer, where no two days look the same. You'll be hands-on from the start - prepping and handing up specialized equipment, assembling line apparatus, and keeping job sites running smoothly and safely. Expect real physical work: digging, hauling materials, stocking trucks, and operating YVEA vehicles.
This position follows a four-day workweek, with shifts from 6:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Thursday, giving you long weekends while gaining valuable experience in the electric utility industry.
If you're looking for a summer where you'll build practical skills, work alongside experienced linemen, and see firsthand what it takes to keep the lights on across the Yampa Valley - this is it.
Key responsibilities
Assist the lineman is the various aspects of line maintenance, repair and construction.
- Hand lineman necessary protective equipment needed for work being done e.g. (hot sticks, rubber goods, blankets, gloves, etc.)
- Prepare and assemble various line apparatus required for the particular work being performed.
- Drive and operate various YVEA vehicles.
- Keep work areas clean and organized. Pick up scrap wire, boxes, tree trimmings, and other discarded materials.
- Work regularly consists of digging holes, loading and unloading trucks and/or trailers.
- Stock trucks with material commonly used on a daily basis.
- Assist with washing and maintaining equipment in proper working order.
- Assist with cleaning protective equipment (hot sticks and rubber goods).
- Use of various hand and power tools.
- Other duties as assigned by the General Foreman.
Key skills and experience required
Key skills
- Ability to work independently when assigned tasks requiring little or no supervision.
- Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence and memos.
- Willingness to work with and for a variety of supervisors or coworkers.
- Satisfactory work record and a valid Colorado driver's license.
- Mechanical aptitude and ability to properly and safely use basic tools, both manual and power driven.
- Ability to interact with customers and other employees in a courteous and proper manner.
Qualifications
- Must have a valid Driver's License
- Experience using power and hand tools.
Candidates must pass a pre-employment drug screen.
