Field Electric Line Technician: Construction & Restoration

PNM; Pilot Point (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

PNM in Texas is seeking skilled crew members for construction, maintenance and service of overhead and underground lines. The role focuses on restoring service, troubleshooting and ensuring safe work conditions in outdoor environments.

Typical duties include line construction, equipment operation, training of personnel, and on-call availability. Candidates should meet CDL requirements and possess a high school diploma or GED with relevant experience.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED with 4.5–5 years related experience or equivalent.
• Must possess a current, legally valid Commercial Driver's License and meet driving record requirements.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.

Responsibilities

• Constructs new overhead lines.
• Constructs new underground lines.
• Restores service and troubleshoots.
• Sets up service and maintains lines and apparatus.
• Re-conducts or converts existing lines.
• Ensures safe work conditions.
• Operates and maintains equipment.
• Trains personnel, plans jobs, and maintains records.
• Available to perform on call work as necessary.
• May serve either as dispatcher or switchman.

Skills

Safety awareness

Reading/writing reports

Effective communication

Education

High School diploma or GED

4.5–5 years related experience

Tools

CDL

Job description

PNM in Texas is seeking skilled crew members for construction, maintenance and service of overhead and underground lines. The role focuses on restoring service, troubleshooting and ensuring safe work conditions in outdoor environments.

Typical duties include line construction, equipment operation, training of personnel, and on-call availability. Candidates should meet CDL requirements and possess a high school diploma or GED with relevant experience.