Journeyman Lineman

Job Summary

Cleveland Utilities Authority, a municipal utility providing electric, water, wastewater and fiber services to the Cleveland, Tennessee/Bradley County area, is seeking a Journeyman Lineman to construct and maintain our electrical transmission and distribution facilities.

Job Description

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Perform all maintenance, construction and repair of electrical distribution and transmission systems, both overhead and underground, in an accepted manner concurrent with industry and Cleveland Utilities’ standards.
Carry out the performance of the job utilizing all required safety procedures and equipment.
Perform energized and de-energized line work utilizing ladders, climbing tools and/or aerial lift trucks.
Train and instruct apprentice linemen in duties they are to perform.
Ensure tools and equipment are in safe working conditions and well maintained.
Ability to perform call duty after designated training period and must live within 15 miles of 
the main campus or 30-minute commute via Google Maps. 
Perform other duties as assigned by Working Line Foreman/Supervisor.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:
High school diploma or GED equivalency.
Experience as a Journeyman Lineman preferred.
Basic computer skills with a working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
Completion of a certified lineman apprenticeship program with copies of completion certificates.
Valid Class “A” Commercial Driver’s License.
Physical ability to climb and do heavy manual work.

Qualified applicants should submit a resume by Friday, May 22, 2026, to: 

CLEVELAND UTILITIES AUTHORITY
ATTN: HUMAN RESOURCES
POST OFFICE BOX 2730
CLEVELAND, TN 37320-2730
Or email to jobs@clevelandutilities.com

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER