Electric Crew Leader

City of Georgetown, TX; United States; On-site; USD 64,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Georgetown, Texas is seeking a working foreman to supervise crews in the safe installation, maintenance, and repair of electric distribution and service lines. The role requires a journeyman lineman background and an on-call rotation, with an anticipated start on or after October 5, 2026.

Applicants should include a resume with their application. Qualified candidates must have extensive experience in utility distribution, OSHA 10 training, and a valid Texas Class A driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a documented apprentice lineman training program approved by industry and verified by cities training program administrator.
• Ten (10) years in utility distribution systems, five (5) of the ten (10) years as a journeyman lineman OR any equivalent combination of experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Has completed or will complete OSHA 10 training.
• Knowledge of electrical systems and safety procedures.
• The use of the tools and equipment commonly used in the lineman trade.
• Ability to supervise and assist in evaluating the work of subordinate personnel.

Responsibilities

• Provide field supervision over crew in safe installation, maintenance, and repair of underground and overhead electric distribution.
• Oversee troubleshooting and related equipment and ensure compliance with safety procedures.
• Be on-call on a rotating basis as required by the department.
• Lead and direct staff, establish working relationships with management, coworkers, and the public.

Skills

Lineman leadership

Safety procedures

Heavy equipment operation

Electrical knowledge

Communication

Driver's license

Education

Apprentice lineman training program

OSHA 10 training

Job description

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing! We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business. Serve as a working foreman responsible for providing field supervision over crew or crews in the safe installation, maintenance, and repair of underground and overhead electric distribution, service lines, transformers, troubleshooting and related equipment. The position is also responsible for performing related duties as required. Incumbents in this classification are required to be on-call on a rotating basis. Applicants are encouraged to attach a resume. Anticipated Start Date: On or after October 5, 2026.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class; employees may be assigned duties which are not listed below; reasonable accommodations will be made as required. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change at any time by the employer.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, Training and Experience Guidelines Graduate of a documented apprentice lineman training program approved by industry and verified by cities training program administrator. Ten (10) years in utility distribution systems, five (5) of the ten (10) years as a journeyman lineman OR any equivalent combination of experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. Has completed or will complete OSHA 10 training. Knowledge of: Knowledge of electrical systems and safety procedures. Electric theory and practices Safety rules of the trade including American Power Association (APPA) Safety Handbook Skill in: Ability to operate heavy equipment safely; ability to follow electrical safety procedures; ability to lead and direct staff; ability to maintain Texas driver’s license applicable to job responsibilities and good driving record. Reads electrical hazard warnings, procedure manuals. The use of the tools and equipment commonly used in the lineman trade Solves technical, safety, and construction problems related to work. Ability to: Supervise and assist in evaluating the work of subordinate personnel. Use the safety procedures and equipment associated with working on high-voltage electric lines and equipment. Be proficient in pole top, bucket and vault rescue. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with management, coworkers, other City employees, and the general public.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

Valid Class "A" Texas driver’s license.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT

Standing, sitting, walking, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, reaching, handling, fine dexterity, crouching, bending, vision, hearing, talking, use of foot controls. Temperature extremes from weather and engines; loud noise from engine and blown fuses; creosote burns; live electric lines; occasional dogs and insects; uneven terrains; exposure to poison oak, ivy and sumac.

Hiring Range: $46.41 - $58.14, hourly. #LoveWhereYouWork! Check out the benefits of working with us here. Regular-Full time If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!

The City of Georgetown, Texas is a municipality of 106,000 (census estimate for 2024) located 30 miles north of Austin along I-35. The City can be best characterized by its educated, engaged citizens, its award-winning parks and trails, and its ability to maintain a cohesive, smaller-town feel despite its amazing growth.

Our organization's culture is driven by its 5 core values of: Trust, Communication, Teamwork, Professionalism, and Work-Life Balance.

The City of Georgetown is an equal opportunity employer. Offers of employment with the City of Georgetown is contingent upon: Proof of education, certification(s) and experience as listed on the employment application based on the job posting requirements. Satisfactory results from a pre-employment drug screening, criminal history background and driving record check. Legal authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship. * *The City of Georgetown confirms verification of employment using E-Verify. E-Verify checks the information against records held by the Social Security Administration (SSA) and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to confirm whether the employee is legally eligible to work in the U.S. For more information about the City of Georgetown, visit our website at https://www.georgetowntexas.gov