Distribution Apprentice Line Technician Intern - Summer 2025

Nebraska Public Power District
South Sioux City, NE, US
Full-time

Position Summary

The Internship's function is to learn and mentor from experienced line technicians in the field for a period of time starting mid-May through mid-August 2023.

Incumbent must have successfully completed their first year of school with an accredited institution in Utility Line and must be required to complete an internship as part of the program curriculum.

The Internship student will climb wood poles to perform repairs, maintenance and construction duties as required to ensure effective operation of NPPD's Distribution and Subtransmission Grid system, in a safe and efficient manner.

Incumbent must be certified to climb through courses offered at school. Some overnight travel will be required. A Class A CDL license is preferred prior to and throughout the duration of the internship program.

Incumbent will be required to complete a background check, physical, and drug screen prior to starting with the District.

Incumbent will be required to report wearing safety shoes that meet ASTM F2413-05 specifications.

Education, Training and Experience

The incumbent must have successfully completed the first semester of college in the Utility Line program at either Metro Community College or Northeast Community College.

Incumbent must be certified to climb through an accredited institution.

Licenses and / or Certifications

Class A CDL required at the start of employment.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Ascend and descend wood poles at any height to perform work as required in a safe and productive manner with supervision.

Concentrate and be fully aware of responsibilities while on patrol of distribution and subtransmission lines within the grid system.

Maintain favorable public relations with property owners, other District personnel, business establishments, and customers.

Safely operate and maintain tools and equipment assigned, according to District policies and procedures. Operate and maintain mobile and hydraulic aerial equipment associated with construction and maintenance including digger derricks.

Incumbent is accountable for miscellaneous other responsibilities as assigned or required.

Accountable for other duties as assigned.

Core Competencies

Customer FocusEmployees & Teamwork / Diversity & InclusionIntegrity / ExcellencePublic Service / Environmental StewardshipSafety Salary Information -

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