C Lineman - Transmission (Oncor)

Pike Electric, Inc. in; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Pike Electric, Inc. is seeking a Class C Lineman - Transmission for Oncor maintenance. This entry-level role covers construction, maintenance, and repair of transmission systems.

The job may require travel to other states based on customer demands and may involve work outdoors in various conditions. Responsibilities include safe handling of energized/de-energized lines, setting poles, learning to read blueprints, and assisting with troubleshooting and pole/structure work.

Qualifications

• 1 year minimum field experience.
• Ability to read and communicate effectively in English.

Responsibilities

• Work safely on energized and de-energized transmission work.
• Assist with setting poles and anchors.
• Assist in learning to string wire and sagging techniques.
• Read and understand blueprints.
• Assist with inspecting structural problems and troubleshooting.
• Work from aerial devices and ladders as required.
• Travel to different locations as needed.

Skills

Reading English

Team oriented

Self-motivated

Customer oriented

Job description

C Lineman - Transmission (Oncor) (Maintenance)

Position Summary:

The Class C Lineman Transmission is an entry level lineman position in the construction, maintenance and repair of electrical transmission systems. This position works at various locations. The position may also be required to travel to another state depending on customer demands.

Essential Functions:

• Work safely while performing new construction, maintenance or repair work of energized and de-energized transmission work.
• Setting poles and anchors.
• Frequently works with energized high voltage systems requiring skill and care to protect the lives of themselves and others.
• Maintains company vehicles, equipment and tools in good working order.
• Does all other related work as required to complete the job.
• Must be able to work outside, frequently in inclement weather.
• Able to perform rigorous physical labor.
• Capable of learning transmission voltages on a circuit.
• Must be familiar with induced voltage.
• Capable of safely setting a pole.
• Capable of learning to understand and read blueprints.
• Capable of assisting with inspecting and recognizing structural problems.
• Able to work productively from an aerial device.
• Capable of assisting in troubleshooting.
• Able to work alone on de-energized lines.
• Capable of obtaining knowledge of wire stringing techniques.
• Capable of learning and understanding how to sag wire from structure or bucket.
• Able to assist with assembly and erect towers to all heights.
• Able to assist with working from an aerial ladder to catch off and clip in.
• Able to assist in framing and setting most basic line structures.
• Able to assist in framing a de-energized pole structure in the air.
• Able to assist with installing all types of compression connections.
• Capable of working at heights and/or confined spaces.
• Capable of properly installing and removing PPE and cover up.
• Capable of properly inspecting rubber goods, covers and PPE.
• Must be able to climb different types of structures (wood, steel, etc.) and possess the necessary tools to do so.
• Understands how to tie various lineman knots.
• Capable of making up and using a hand line.
• Understands proper equipment set-up and grounding procedures.
• Understands how and when to use Kellum grips.
• Able to identify different types of materials used in line work.
• Understands flag and tag procedures.
• Capable of performing basic bucket rescue/escape.
• 1-year minimum of field experience.
• Able to read and communicate effectively in English.
• Able to obtain a Commercial Driver's License permit within 60 days of employment.
• A Commercial Driver's License is preferred.
• Able to travel long distances on short notice, when required.
• Able to work for extended periods in various locations, when required.
• Able to lift in excess of 50 lbs.
• Able to properly inspect rubber goods and PPE.
• Willing to work over-time when requested.
• Willingness to glove/work live high voltage transmission lines.
• Willing to work outside of the normal work schedule including weekends, holidays, and overtime as required for the position.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Work Environment:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions (such as in typical office or administrative work). The employee may be subject to one or more of the following atmospheric conditions that affect the respiratory system of the skin: fumes, odors, dust, mists, gases, or poor ventilation.

• Self-Motivated
• Team-Oriented
• Customer Oriented
• Must be able to follow Company safety rules and all other Company policies.

Equal Opportunity Employer - Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled
VA Approved Apprenticeship Program – GI Bill Benefits Available to Eligible Veterans
Pike is a Non-union Company

NOTE:This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee may perform other related duties as required to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.