Distribution Lineman or Apprentice - Electric Field Tech

Oklahoma Gas and Electric Company; Norman (OK); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Oklahoma Gas and Electric Company is hiring for a Distribution Lineman or Distribution Lineman Apprentice to install, operate, repair, and maintain overhead and underground distribution systems to ensure reliable electric service.

The role includes climbing poles, wiring, operating heavy equipment, and following SOPs, with training available through the OGE Apprentice Program and progression to journey level as performance warrants.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED and 5 years progressive Lineman experience and completion of OGE Apprentice Program; Or
• High School Diploma/GED and 1 year of equivalent Journey Lineman experience
• Associate's Degree in a Technical discipline (i.e. Electronics/Engineering Technology/Power Plant Operations/High Voltage/etc)
• High School Diploma/GED and a certificate of completion/diploma in Electrical Power Technology, High Voltage, or related Power Line Technology
• High School Diploma/GED and prior military experience for at least one enlistment as documented on DD Form 214 combined with utility line experience; Or
• High School Diploma/GED and utility line experience.

Responsibilities

• May investigate and document events of cut or damaged cable and other company facilities, as needed.
• May operate a variety of electronic and other test equipment with a high degree of efficiency, as needed.
• Climb poles, set poles and string wire, utilizes and operates equipment, materials, and manpower in a safe, efficient and effective manner.
• Constructs and maintains overhead and underground distribution or transmission systems in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures.
• All other duties as assigned.

Skills

Pole climbing

Safety-conscious

Manual dexterity

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Associate's Degree in Electronics/Engineering Technology/Power Plant Operations/High Voltage

Electrical Power Technology certificate

DD-214 + utility line experience

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Oklahoma Gas and Electric Company is hiring for a Distribution Lineman or Distribution Lineman Apprentice to install, operate, repair, and maintain overhead and underground distribution systems to ensure reliable electric service.

The role includes climbing poles, wiring, operating heavy equipment, and following SOPs, with training available through the OGE Apprentice Program and progression to journey level as performance warrants.