High-Voltage Transit Lineman (Journeyman) — Full-Time

EEONLINE; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 82,656 - 93,676; Full time

Job summary

Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority in San Jose, CA is hiring an Overhead Line Worker for a full-time position in the Lineman category. The role involves maintaining and repairing high voltage lines, working with 600 V DC or 750 V AC systems, and supporting electrified rail infrastructure.

The ideal candidate has two years of journey-level experience, a high school diploma, and the ability to obtain a Class A license within six months. Weekend and holiday availability is required.

Qualifications

• Two (2) years of verifiable experience as a journey level transit electrical line worker, working with over 600 Volts D.C.
• Two (2) years of verifiable experience as a journey level electrical line worker working with over 750 Volts A.C. in the construction, installation, maintenance, and repair of overhead and underground lines.
• Completion of a state certified electrical line worker apprenticeship program or equivalent is preferred.
• Possession of a valid California Class C driver's license and the ability to qualify for and maintain a Class A license. Applicants must obtain a Class A driver's license within 6 months of appointment. Failure to obtain a Class A driver license will be cause for termination.
• Must be available to work weekends, holidays, and odd and unusual hours.

Skills

High voltage systems

Electrical theory

Testing equipment

Electrical installation

Safety regulations

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Journeyman electrical line worker

State-certified electrical line worker apprenticeship (preferred)

Tools

Welding equipment

Maintenance tools

Job description

Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority in San Jose, CA is hiring an Overhead Line Worker for a full-time position in the Lineman category. The role involves maintaining and repairing high voltage lines, working with 600 V DC or 750 V AC systems, and supporting electrified rail infrastructure.

The ideal candidate has two years of journey-level experience, a high school diploma, and the ability to obtain a Class A license within six months. Weekend and holiday availability is required.