First Year Apprentice Lineman

Theuniversityunion; Cuero (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Plans

401K Match

Job summary

GVEC is hiring a First Year Apprentice Lineman in Cuero, Texas, to participate in the four-year apprenticeship program and progress to certified Lineman. Base pay starts at $25.00 per hour with bonuses tied to performance benchmarks.

The role requires entry-level line construction work, a valid Texas driver’s license, and the ability to obtain a Class A CDL within six months. Training certificates or enrollment in GVEC Apprenticeship are expected.

Qualifications

• Must complete Lineman Training Program or GVEC Apprenticeship during employment.
• Demonstrates self-motivation and safe work ethics.
• Requires valid Texas driver’s license; ability to obtain Class A CDL within six months.

Responsibilities

• Complete Defensive Driving for Utility Vehicles.
• Demonstrate PPE proficiency and safety measures on jobsites.
• Learn GVEC construction specs and equipment usage.
• Assist in loading and transporting poles and equipment safely.
• Complete pole top and bucket rescue drills and related training.

Skills

Lineman Training

GVEC Apprenticeship

Self-motivated

Driver’s license

Education

Lineman Training Program

GVEC Apprenticeship Program

Job description

Contact information

• Base Pay $25.0 / Hour
• Employee Type Full Time

Description

Office Location

Southern Operations Center

Cuero, Texas 77954

What We Are Looking For

GVEC is looking to hire you for the position of First Year Apprentice Lineman to deliver the unexpected with a willingness to continuously develop yourself, your department and our organization. As a First Year Apprentice Lineman, you will be responsible for entry-level line construction while advancing through the four-year GVEC Apprenticeship Program to certified Lineman.

Your Pay

The minimum starting pay for this role is $25.00/hr plus bonuses that are tied to a multitude of organizational benchmarks set forth annually. Pay will be determined by skills, qualifications and experience.

How You’ll Help

• Complete Defensive Driving for Utility Vehicles
• Understand and demonstrate proficiency in Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
• Become familiar with GVEC construction specifications and demonstrate proficiency
• Install safety measures to protect the public on jobsites
• Be proficient at loading and transporting poles and equipment safely
• Complete pole top and bucket rescue drills
• Become familiar with equipment/tools installed on jobsites
• Become familiar with and use computer programs necessary for job completion
• Basic office and computer knowledge
• Assist in Di-electric testing of insulated buckets and digger trucks
• Complete training classes or certifications as scheduled
• Complete written and skills test for advancement in apprenticeship

Experience/Skills You’ll Need

• Must either produce training certificates demonstrating successful completion of Lineman Training Program and/or successfully complete the GVEC Apprenticeship Program during employment
• Must be a self-motivated individual with a good attitude and safe work ethics
• Must have a valid Texas driver’s license and be able to obtain a Class A CDL within six months of start date
• Demonstrates ability to effectively evaluate and manage conflicting priorities in a fast-paced, high-growth environment
• Team player with the resolve to provide and take constructive criticism that helps evolve the team
• Ideal candidate must be able to work under adverse conditions, handle temperature extremes and be willing to work overtime as well as in urgent situations as needed
• Requires that residence be within 25 minutes of the reporting office within 12 months of start date

Our Purpose and Culture

GVEC proudly provides Electric, Internet, HVAC, Solar and Battery Storage, and Electrician services in and around South-Central Texas. We have high expectations for our team members and in turn, support them with an excellent total rewards package and advancement opportunities. We want people who offer talent, a positive attitude, creative ideas and strong work ethic to deliver unexpected results.

We are a team of high achievers who hold each other accountable in exceeding our customers’ expectations and empowering the communities we serve. That accountability culture is what has helped us build an environment of honesty, teamwork and support, resulting in employees surrounded by coworkers who are dependable. We focus on accomplishing our goals with an outward mindset: being mindful of how our work and actions impact others, as well as seeing people for who they are and the unique value their perspective brings to us as a whole.

• Medical Plans
• 10% 401K Match
• Financial Incentives and Rewards
• Wellness Program
• Employee Development
• Community Impact
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Work-Life Balance

Application Deadline: September 9, 2026

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