BTU-Lineman (Apprentice / Journeyman)

Gulfshoresal; Bryan (TX); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Bryan Texas Utilities (BTU) in Bryan, TX is seeking an Apprentice Lineman to perform overhead and underground electric line construction and maintenance. You may climb poles, operate an aerial lift, drive trucks, and load/unload materials in a team setting.

This non-exempt, full-time position offers a Monday–Friday schedule (7:00 am–3:30 pm) with additional hours as needed. You must obtain a Texas Class A CDL within 180 days of employment. Those with Lineman experience may start higher.

Qualifications

• Experience or ability to perform overhead/underground line work.
• Climb poles and work from an elevated platform.
• Able to read wiring diagrams and blueprints.
• Operate line construction equipment safely.

Responsibilities

• Perform overhead and underground line construction and maintenance.
• Climb poles, work from aerial lifts, drive trucks and operate equipment.
• Troubleshoot electrical issues as part of a crew.
• Ensure safety practices and recordkeeping for work performed.

Skills

Lineman experience

Pole climbing

Team collaboration

Tools

Aerial lift operation

Dump trucks/Heavy equipment

Job description

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday; 7am-3:30pm; Other hours as required

Hiring Pay Rate: Starts at $25.07/hour as Apprentice (those w/Lineman experience will come in higher depending on years of experience)

Job Summary

Performs overhead and underground electric line construction and maintenance for Bryan Texas Utilities (BTU). Responsibilities include, but are not limited to climbing poles, working from an aerial lift, driving trucks, operating equipment, and loading/unloading materials.

Essential Job Functions

• Performs high and low voltage line duties involved in the construction and maintenance of electric transmission, underground and distribution conductors, structures and equipment.
• Installs, operates and maintains overhead and underground facilities according to BTU standards and the National Electric Safety Code (NESC).
• Works with wiring diagrams and blueprints as related to transmission and distribution construction and maintenance.
• Uses electric line construction equipment to include, but not limited to, stringing equipment, backhoes, derrick diggers, material handlers and trucks.
• Efficiently and safely performs line work on a pole or in an aerial lift truck.
• Troubleshoots electric customer service problems, distribution and transmission problems as part of a crew.
• Performs electrical work under the direct supervision of a Lead Lineman.
• Loads and unloads material.
• Learns and displays a working knowledge of work rules and safety practices.
• Responds with sound judgment to unusual and hazardous circumstances.
• Maintains responsibility for verifying the condition of all vehicles, equipment and tools provided for use in the performance of work.
• Trains and participates with crew of line technicians, line apprentices, ground helpers and other workers engaged in electric transmission and overhead and underground distribution work activities.
• Represents BTU in a manner conducive to good public relations.
• Assists with recordkeeping and maintains a log of work assigned/performed (hours broken down into specific categories).
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Responds regularly and promptly to work.

Licenses / Certifications

• Must be able to obtain a Texas Class A commercial driver’s license within 180 days of employment.