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    Modesto, California United States Modesto Irrigation District Full Time $159,868.80 Annually Dec 09, 2025
    Modesto Irrigation District Employer:

    Modesto Irrigation District

    When you work at MID ... You join forces with one of California’s most successful utilities. You also enjoy the many benefits MID provides for its employees. Competitive Salaries Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision Plans Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave from the day you start work Life Insurance Long-Term Disability Insurance Retirement Plan Tax-deferred Compensation Flexible Spending Accounts (health and dependent care) Employee Assistance Program Safety and Wellness Program MID Summary of Benefits One of the most important benefits is working with professionals who value training, innovation and a job well done. That’s been MID ’s driving force since we were organized in 1887. Join us at MID and reward yourself with professional and personal opportunities. A Great Place to Work MID is a great place to work. Discover more about our organization through About and Fast Facts, the Annual Report and the First 100 Years of MID History. A Great Place to Live The Modesto area is ideally located in the heart of California’s great central valley. There’s lots to do in Modesto: parks, recreational sports, theater, opera, art, the Modesto Symphony Orchestra, historical and natural history museums, summer concerts in the park and festivals reflecting the area’s cultural and agricultural diversity. An hour of travel will take you to Sacramento, the Delta or to one of five reservoirs. You’ll find even more opportunities close by. Just a couple of hours in the car gets you to the ocean or the mountains. Yosemite National Park, Monterey and San Francisco are easy day trip destinations. This area has long been considered one of California’s best-kept secrets. Take a closer look at Modesto and Stanislaus County.    

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    Job Description

    Description

    Modesto Irrigation District is currently recruiting to fill one full-time regular position in the Line Construction Department, Transmission & Distribution Division to perform construction and maintenance work on overhead and underground electric transmission and distribution system components. Work performed may be on energized circuits.

    Any qualified individual may apply. This is a non-exempt position and is part of the Utility Services and Maintenance Bargaining Unit. The list established as a result of this recruitment may be used to fill other Journey-level Lineworker vacancies that may occur within the District through December 8, 2026.

    Examples of Duties

    Duties may include, but are not limited to the following:
    • Perform construction and maintenance work on overhead and underground electric transmission and distribution system components, and all associated equipment;
    • Load, transport and unload materials, tools and equipment;
    • Trim trees to clear electrical lines in emergencies;
    • Climb wood poles and metal poles and towers;
    • Operate aerial lift, digger/derrick, cable and conductor pulling and tensioning equipment;
    • Inspect assigned vehicles and equipment to ensure safe working conditions and perform minor maintenance when required;
    • Observe Safety Rules;
    • Perform overtime and/or emergency work.
    Lineworkers are normally assigned to work as a member of a crew, but may be assigned to work alone.
    Other Related Duties
    Other duties as assigned.

    Typical Qualifications

    Any combination of education, experience, knowledge and abilities may satisfy the necessary minimum qualifications. A typical way to obtain the education, experience, knowledge and abilities would be:

    Education: High school diploma or equivalent.

    Experience: Successful completion of an apprenticeship program for lineworker is required for the Lineworker level.

    Knowledge of:
    • Electrical principles, methods, materials, tools, and equipment used in the installation and maintenance of transmission and distribution systems; principles, methods, tools and equipment used in the installation and maintenance of poles, towers, substructures, conductors, cables, transformers, regulators, capacitors, services, meters, lighting fixtures, and all associated equipment; terminology and mathematics associated with department functions; basic electrical and mechanical theory; California General Orders 95 and 128.
    Ability to:
    • Observe safety rules; perform heavy physical work; work at heights, work in adverse climatic conditions; use tools and equipment effectively; work as a crew member or alone; communicate clearly and work cooperatively with others; follow oral and written instructions.

    Special Requirements: Lineworkers hired into the District or Lineworker Apprentices entering into the Apprentice Agreement will be required to complete the District's Rubber Glove Procedures Training Program. Attainment of crane certification is required subject to management discretion and must be maintained thereafter. Must have a valid California Class C driver license and attainment of a valid California Class A driver license within six (6) months of appointment to the position of Lineworker Apprentice and possession of this Class A driver license, thereafter, is required. Residence within a 35-mile radius of the District's Service Center (929 Woodland Ave., Modesto, CA) must be established within six (6) months of appointment to this position and maintained thereafter.

    Supplemental Information

    Qualified applicants must submit a completed District application no later than 5:00 PM on Friday, December 19, 2025.
    Applications will be reviewed on a comparative basis and only those most qualified will be invited to continue in the selection process which will consist of an overall assessment of the individual's skills through (1) oral interview; (2) practical exam; and (3) contacting of references to include current and former supervisors. The applicant must perform successfully in each phase of the recruitment in order to continue in the selection process. Applicants requiring necessary accommodations to the application process may contact Human Resources at (209) 526-7341. California Relay Service is available at (800) 735-3933 voice and (800) 735-2929 TDD. The Modesto Irrigation District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.

    THE SUCCESSFUL APPLICANT WILL BE REQUIRED TO PROVIDE VERIFICATION OF HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA OR GED AND APPLICABLE HIGHER EDUCATION DEGREE, PASS A MEDICAL EXAM INCLUDING A DRUG AND ALCOHOL SCREEN, AND A COMPLETE BACKGROUND CHECK PRIOR TO BEGINNING WORK.

    INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS ANNOUNCEMENT MAY BE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE

    For a complete list of MID Benefits, please refer to the following:Employee Benefits - Modesto Irrigation District (mid.org)

    Closing Date/Time: 12/19/2025 5:00 PM Pacific
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