Summer Line Intern

Job Classification: Non-exempt, Seasonal

Location: One Intern in Topeka; One Intern in McLouth

Internship Dates: May 19th - August 21st

Reporting Relationship: Line Superintendent

Pay Rate: $19.00

Who We Are:

FreeState is the largest rural electric cooperative in Eastern Kansas, with more than 15,000 member-owners. It functions as a democratic, not-for-profit organization. We are controlled by our members who actively participate in setting cooperative policy and making decisions in the best interest of the cooperative. Unlike investor-owned utilities, our profits are returned to our members as capital credits.

Primary Accountability:

The Line Intern provides manpower, knowledge, and workmanship which are necessary to perform related job duties for proper construction, maintenance, and operation of the electric system. This internship makes correct application and use of all materials and equipment furnished in order to provide efficient and reliable service to the member in the operation and maintenance of the electric system.

Essential Duties:

Permitted to operate the extendo on energized portions of the system that can be accomplished safely from the ground level under the direct supervision of a Journeyman Lineman, Lead Journeyman, or a Line Foreman. *

Qualifications:

Must have CPR, First Aid, and Pole Top Rescue certifications, as well as climbing skills. *

Physical Demands:

Work Environment:

How to Apply:

If you would like to apply for this position, please visit https://freestate.coop/jobs to complete an Application for Employment.

FreeState is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.