Constructs, repairs, inspects and maintains substation facilities and transmission line, both energized and de-energized. Performs installation, maintenance and repair of switches including single and gang-operated, transformers, steel structures, hardware, regulators, breakers, instrument transformers and other substation equipment. Must meet required quality and construction standards. Maintains a daily work log and assists in training apprentices and new hires.
Working Conditions
Lifts and carries up to 50 pounds and pulls, pushes or drags up to 75 pounds with or without assistance. Sits, stands, stoops or twists for extended periods of time. Works both indoors and outdoors in extreme temperatures including heat, cold, humidity, temperature swings and inclement weather, frequent exposure to dust, odor, electrical, hydraulic, mechanical, loud noise and toxic hazards. Operates or drives hand tools, light trucks, power tools and other equipment. 20/20 corrected vision is required to perform visual inspection of small defects, small parts and operation of measurement devices and assembly of fabricated parts. Ability to travel to and from business-related locations. May be required to work after hours, weekends and holidays and respond timely to urgent or emergency situations.
Essential Functions
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Safely and efficiently operates and utilizes tools and machinery in the installation and removal of transmission line materials and substation equipment.
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Preforms work in an elevated position on wood, concrete, steel and lattice tower structures.
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Installs, repairs and replaces underground and overhead electric distribution, service lines, transformers, meters, metering equipment and related equipment.
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Preforms switching, energized maintenance, repair and instillation utilizing appropriate hot stick, glove, and barehand techniques for 2.4 kV through 345 kV rated facilities.
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Transports permitted loads needed for substation and transmission line maintenance, repairs and construction.
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Ensures that coworkers and apprentice lineman are properly knowledgeable in all aspects of assigned work.
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Participates in tailgate, company and departmental safety meetings including impromptu site meetings with fellow crewmen.
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Assists with the training of new hires.
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Preforms mandatory Department of Transportation inspections and switching at the direction of some System Operations.
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Participates in call-out rotation.
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Preforms other duties, tasks, and special projects as assigned.
Education
High school diploma or equivalent
Lineman Apprenticeship Program diploma preferred
Experience
Completion of 4 year Apprenticeship Program or acceptable experience
Licenses & Certification
Valid Texas Driver License
Class A CDL – Must obtain within 180 days of employment
Testing
Criminal background check
DOT drug test
MVR
Other
MS Dynamics
MS Office Programs
Notice of Equal Opportunity Employment
We expect employees to be honest, trustworthy, and operate with integrity. Discrimination and all unlawful harassment (including sexual harassment) in employment is not tolerated. We encourage success based on our individual merits and abilities without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, marital status, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status or employment status. We support and obey laws that prohibit discrimination everywhere we do business. We fully consider all qualified applicants including those with a criminal history.
