POSITION OVERVIEW The Overhead Electric Field Safety Representative is a full-time, salary exempt role that is responsible for overseeing assigned work areas and provides support for personnel training, safety inspections, and/or follow-ups, and other HSE activities related to the company, client, or regulatory compliance. The Overhead Electric Field Safety Representative will have in-depth knowledge of the company's Overhead Electric Safe Operating Practices and their application on the job. ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES • Works with the Overhead Electric Department Managers and Foreman to provide employee mentoring, coaching, and guidance in making safe choices while working to foster an incident and injury-free workplace. • Helps to ensure that the company maintains compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations, and stays informed of proposed regulation changes and safety emphasis and focus programs. • Serves as a contact for agency inspections and inquiries. • Conducts/Assists in response to any investigation of incidents, injuries, and near misses. • Analysis of industry workplace incident/injury/near miss trends and frequencies, specifically those associated within assigned work area and related to company operations. • Assists Safety Management and Operations Team in development and implementation of preventative measures/controls based on incident findings and root cause analysis. • Maintains HSE performance reporting data for their assigned work area. • Leads and helps facilitate, train, and present material on HSE performance, incidents, and trend/analysis data at crew engagement sessions. • Monitors frequency and ensures regular testing of rubber gloves and sleeves, protective cover-up, protective grounds, mechanical jumpers, fall protection and harnesses, dielectric testing of electrical equipment, and other overhead electric construction tools and equipment. • Other duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIRED SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE • Associates degree in safety science or related field preferred. • 2 years minimum experience as a Journeyman Lineman and/or experience working on an overhead electric crew. • Must be proficient in Microsoft Office. • Excellent written and verbal communication skills. • Basic understanding of underground gas & electric distribution construction practices preferred. • Must have some DOT and overhead electric tooling and equipment knowledge and be able to provide training and support in these areas as needed. • Knowledge of OSHA safety rules and regulations. • Must have a valid state driver's license with a good, clean driving record. InterCon Construction is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment on account of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, mental or physical disability, veteran status, or any other category protected by law. Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer XJ6
See More Details >>Be part of a growing, successful company in an exciting and challenging field. Border States is 100% employee-owned, which means you’re empowered to make decisions, find solutions and receive rewards for your hard work. This position will be located in: Flexible within the United States - This role involves travel to various project locations throughout the United States. Application Deadline: August 18, 2025 or Posted Until Filled Job Summary Works as a team member with the goal of becoming proficient in the field of metering. Troubleshoots issues on electric meters. Inspects and verifies meter wiring and conditions of all equipment involved. Removes and replaces existing electric meters. Takes and records voltages. Attends daily “Tailgate Meetings” with all involved personnel to maintain safety and guidance through the various conditions. All projects are field oriented and very little time is spent indoors. Responsibilities Essential Functions • Observes all conditions at the time of the service: • Hazardous conditions require immediate contact with utility personnel and the lead technician on the project. • Deploys AMR/AMI meters and equipment • Removes and replaces existing electric meters • Takes and records voltages • Takes required photos of various conditions at the location. • Notes all non-hazardous anomalies to assist utility personnel in determining their next step. • Inspects and verifies meter wiring and conditions of all equipment involved • Verifies accuracy of electric meters and all connected equipment • Determines the correct billing multiplier is in use i.e., Voltage and Current Transformers • Verifies ratio accuracy of current transformers under customer loads • Test polyphase meters and verify current transformers, voltage transformers and multipliers • Perform testing on: • Current Transformer Accuracy Tests • Panel Meters • Volt Meters • Watthour Standard Certification • Watthour Test Bench Certification • Conducts full ANSII C-12-meter accuracy tests and calibration on high voltage installations. i.e., substations and utility generation sites • Inspection and testing of substation and large power installations • Troubleshoots metering installations to determine losses when equipment failure or installation errors are discovered • Follows and complies with all required safety standards and supports a safe work environment. • May act as lead technician on any job that requires more than one technician • Responsible for cleanliness and maintenance of company provided vehicle (e.g., oil changes, tires, belt changes etc.) in accordance with company standards Non-essential Functions • Capable of effectively communicating with the utilities department, customers, and other internal employee-owners when needed • Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor or other designate • Flexible with travel locations and duration as assigned Qualifications • Must be 21 years of age • High School degree or GED • 3+ years work experience with electricity • Requires a valid driver's license • Experience with basic hand tools • Experience with Microsoft Word and Excel • Electrical training or schooling would be beneficial Skills and Abilities • Excellent customer service skills include being competent, accurate, responsive, and engaged • Ability to travel • Must be a safe driver • Ability to learn to work safely with electricity • Ability to work in a team environment and independently • Ability to work in an extremely efficient manner with a very minimal error rate Physical Requirements Frequency at which you would carry/lift in a typical day: Occasionally 0 – 33% Frequently 34 – 66% Continuously: 67 – 100% • Lift from Waist: • < than 10 lbs. - Continuously • 10 to 25 lbs. - Continuously • 26 to 50 lbs. - Frequently • 51 to 75 lbs. - Occasionally • 75 to 100 lbs. - Not at all • 100+ lbs. - Not at all • Lift from Floor: • < than 10 lbs. - Continuously • 10 to 25 lbs. - Continuously • 26 to 50 lbs. - Frequently • 51 to 75 lbs. - Occasionally • 75 to 100 lbs. - Occasionally • 100+ lbs. - Occasionally • Carried for Distance: • < than 10 lbs. - Continuously • 10 to 25 lbs. - Continuously • 26 to 50 lbs. - Frequently • 51 to 75 lbs. - Not at all • 75 to 100 lbs. - Not at all • 100+ lbs. - Not at all Physical Activity Frequency at which you would do the following in a typical day: • Sitting (a continuous period of being seated) - Frequently • Standing (for sustained periods of time) - Frequently • Walking (moving about on foot to accomplish tasks) - Frequently • Bending/stooping (downward and forward) - Frequently • Crawling (moving about on hands and knees or hands and feet) - Occasionally • Climbing/Walking Stairs (ascending or descending) - Frequently • Reaching (extending arms in any direction) - Frequently • Crouching/squatting (bending the body downward and forward by bending leg and spine) - Frequently • Kneeling (bending legs at knee to come to rest on knee(s)) - Occasionally • Balancing (maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling) - Frequently • Repetitive motion (substantial movement (motions) or the wrists, hands, and/or fingers) - Occasionally • Pivoting (movement in any direction with one foot, keeping the other in contact with the floor) - Occasionally • Pushing/Pulling (using upper extremities to press against or draw or tug) - Frequently • Grasping (Applying pressure to an object with the fingers and palm) - Frequently • Fingering (picking, pinching, typing; working with primarily fingers and not whole hand) - Frequently • Talking (expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word) - Frequently • Driving (the control and operation of a motor vehicle) - Continuously • Desk work (work usually performed at a desk) - Occasionally • Use of a computer - Occasionally • Use of a telephone - Frequently • Hearing (Perceiving the nature of sounds at normal speaking levels) - Frequently • Exposure (to adverse weather & temperature conditions) - Continually • Travel (travel needed to perform job duties) - Continually Additional Information This job description is a summary of the job duties and responsibilities and is not intended to cover all possible job duties and is subject to change at the employer’s discretion. Employees must be able to perform the essential job duties and satisfy job requirements either with or without a reasonable accommodation. Our History Border States is a leader in the electrical supply distribution industry with approximately 130 locations in 31 states. Our employee-owners are second to none in delivering top-notch customer service and in demonstrating extra-ordinary people skills. We are one of the largest independent electrical distributors in the United States providing products and services to the construction, industrial and utility industries. Border States has a competitive benefit package and is a 100 percent employee-owned company. Employee-ownership is a significant part of our culture and our success stems from the dedication of our employee-owners. We practice open-book management and our employee-owners are empowered with clearly defined levels of authority to be innovative and decisive, allowing us to respond quickly to the needs of customers. Employee-owners understand their roles in the success of the company and care about customers’ needs, which drives our focus on adding value to everything we do. We recognize that not all customers are the same and each has specific requirements. Our employee-owners understand these diverse needs and have the commitment, resourcefulness and flexibility to outperform all others. Values As a Border States employee-owner, you’re responsible for living our mission, service philosophy and service standards. Our Purpose We believe unstoppable businesses shouldn't go it alone. We are owners - of relationships, of outcomes, of every moment these unstoppable businesses need to deliver. Service Philosophy We earn customer loyalty and confidence by caring about their needs and adding value to everything we do. Service Standards Border States employee-owners are competent, accurate, responsive, and engaged . Your career Join an experienced team at one of the largest electrical distributors in the United States. What are you waiting for? Border States has a competitive benefits package which includes but is not limited to: Health, Dental and Vision Benefits Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity FSA & HSA Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) Disability Benefits 401(k) Retirement Plan Life Insurance Employee Assistance Program Paid Holidays Paid Volunteer Time Personal Leave time and more! Border States provides bonuses to their employee-owners upon the achievement of branch and company goals. Equal Opportunity For All It’s not just the law. It’s something we’ve believed in since our founding. We value the diversity of all of our employee-owners and will always be an equal opportunity employer. Drug Free/Smoke Free workplace As part of the hiring process, candidates may be subject to one or more of the following pre-employment screenings, depending on the position: • Criminal background check (required for all candidates) • Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check (required for positions involving driving) • Drug testing These requirements vary by role and will be communicated during the onboarding process, if applicable.
See More Details >>POSITION OVERVIEW The Overhead Electric Field Safety Representative is a full-time, salary exempt role that is responsible for overseeing assigned work areas and provides support for personnel training, safety inspections, and/or follow-ups, and other HSE activities related to the company, client, or regulatory compliance. The Overhead Electric Field Safety Representative will have in-depth knowledge of the company's Overhead Electric Safe Operating Practices and their application on the job. ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES • Works with the Overhead Electric Department Managers and Foreman to provide employee mentoring, coaching, and guidance in making safe choices while working to foster an incident and injury-free workplace. • Helps to ensure that the company maintains compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations, and stays informed of proposed regulation changes and safety emphasis and focus programs. • Serves as a contact for agency inspections and inquiries. • Conducts/Assists in response to any investigation of incidents, injuries, and near misses. • Analysis of industry workplace incident/injury/near miss trends and frequencies, specifically those associated within assigned work area and related to company operations. • Assists Safety Management and Operations Team in development and implementation of preventative measures/controls based on incident findings and root cause analysis. • Maintains HSE performance reporting data for their assigned work area. • Leads and helps facilitate, train, and present material on HSE performance, incidents, and trend/analysis data at crew engagement sessions. • Monitors frequency and ensures regular testing of rubber gloves and sleeves, protective cover-up, protective grounds, mechanical jumpers, fall protection and harnesses, dielectric testing of electrical equipment, and other overhead electric construction tools and equipment. • Other duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIRED SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE • Associates degree in safety science or related field preferred. • 2 years minimum experience as a Journeyman Lineman and/or experience working on an overhead electric crew. • Must be proficient in Microsoft Office. • Excellent written and verbal communication skills. • Basic understanding of underground gas & electric distribution construction practices preferred. • Must have some DOT and overhead electric tooling and equipment knowledge and be able to provide training and support in these areas as needed. • Knowledge of OSHA safety rules and regulations. • Must have a valid state driver's license with a good, clean driving record.
See More Details >>Becoming an electrician in Minneapolis, WI, typically begins with an apprenticeship, combining hands-on experience with classroom learning, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships last about four to five years, requiring many hours of training under licensed professionals. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are approximately 31,881 electricians in Minnesota, with wages averaging around $1,089.97 per week. The job outlook is positive, with a projected 11% job growth from 2022 to 2032. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like Gild help aspiring electricians find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential—often exceeding $108,000 annually for experienced professionals.
