Journeyman Lineman
- Employer
- Rio Tinto
- Location
- Salt Lake City, UT, US
- Salary
- Competitive
- Closing date
- Nov 16, 2020
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- Category
- Trade & Skilled
- Work Term
- Permanent
- Work Load
- Full Time
- Language
- English
Job Details
· Competitive salary and benefits
· Highly critical role for the safe generation, transmission, and distribution of electrical power
· Work for a global company with broad opportunities - Salt Lake City
Rio Tinto is a leading global mining and metals company. Our focus is on finding, mining and processing the Earth's mineral resources in order to maximize value for our shareholders. Everything we do is done with the future firmly in mind, so our employees are rewarded with opportunity, an open and diverse culture and a responsible working environment in which they can go further.
We are a diverse team of talented, enthusiastic individuals who foster a culture of inclusion. No matter how they may differ, our people share one thing in common. It's a belief that work is more rewarding when we are accepted and valued for our differences, not judged by them. We all have something to contribute, and it's this contribution that makes for a great organization and fulfilling career.
The Opportunity
We are looking for a Journeyman Lineman, residentially based in Salt Lake City, to support the Kennecott Utah Copper Power Plant. This role will work on a 4 days/week, 10 hours/day (4X10) roster with some on-call duties.
What the role entails
You will be responsible for:
- Maintaining, troubleshooting and construction of high voltage power lines
- Maintaining and performing various duties within power substations
- Performing high voltage switching procedures
- Accepting on-call assignments
- Performing all duties according to Rio Tinto Kennecott Utah Copper safety standards
What you will need for this role
To be considered for this role, you will have:
- A High School diploma or equivalent
- Completed or currently enrolled in Electrical Power Technology program
- Utah Class A CDL license (or be willing to acquire this license)
- Journeyman Lineman (Preferable)
· 1+ years of relevant experience
· Knowledge of high voltage power systems, i.e., operation, functions, and terminology
It will also be beneficial if you have:
· Understanding of related laws, codes, and regulations
· Ability to train and instruct in all aspects of the Line trade
So if you are looking for a new challenge, great location and an exceptional team of technical experts, apply now.
Please note, in order to be successfully considered for this role you must complete all pre-screening questions.
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Company
We are curious and creative, ingenious and hard-working. We are pioneers – exploring the boundaries of everything we do. The materials we produce are essential to human progress, and we see that progress driven by our people. Working at Rio Tinto means touching people’s lives: from exploring new materials to finding ways to tackle climate change.
We are committed to an inclusive environment where people feel comfortable to be themselves. And we want our people to feel that all voices are heard, all cultures respected and that a variety of perspectives are not only welcome – they are essential to our success.
Our values – care, courage and curiosity – guide how we work and how we treat each other.
- Website
- https://www.riotinto.com/
- Mini-site
- Rio Tinto
- Telephone
- +44 20 7781 2000
- Location
-
6 St James's Square
London
London
SW1Y 4AD
Australia
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