Journeyman Lineman

kVP Energy Services, LLC; Rhome (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The Journeyman Lineman role at kVP Energy Services, LLC requires expert knowledge of construction, maintenance, and safety on electric distribution and transmission systems. You will work with energized lines and underground 15-kV, 34-kV, and 115-kV equipment, climb poles, and coordinate resources with customers.

Expect travel, varied hours, and emergency call-back readiness. Candidates must hold a Journeyman Lineman license, a High School diploma or GED, First aid/CPR, CDL Class A, and 5+ years

Qualifications

• Must be able to read and interpret plans and instructions.
• Must be able to operate all tools and equipment of the trade.
• Knowledge of electrical workers’ safety rules and practices.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate work with customers and allocate tools/resources.
• Promote safety and housekeeping on worksites and in equipment.
• Climb poles and work from elevated platforms on energized lines.
• Work with energized 15-kV, 34-kV, and 115-kV systems using hot line tools.
• Establish cooperative relationships with the public and customers.
• Travel ~25% as required and adapt to variable hours.

Skills

Detail oriented

Equipment operation

Electrical safety

Electrical systems

Lifting up to 60 lbs

Outdoor work

Pole climbing

Driving heavy vehicles

Education

High School Diploma or GED

First aid/CPR certification

Journeyman Lineman license

CDL Class A license

5+ years energy/oil & gas experience

Job description

The Journeyman Lineman is expected to possess thorough technical and working knowledge of construction and maintenance procedures utilized on electric distribution and transmission systems, including components, devices, and functions, as well as rules, regulations, and safety practices. This position is subject to emergency call-back for after-hours work. Performs skilled work assigned by the Line Foreman in the construction, maintenance, and repair of overhead and underground electric distribution and transmission lines and does related work as required.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Coordinate work with each customer and ensure tools and resources are allocated appropriately.
• Promotes safety practices and maintains good housekeeping, e.g. general cleanliness of worksites, vehicles and equipment and assures that proper tools are available and in working order.
• Assures that safety and company policies are implemented.
• Climbs poles and uses aerial buckets in confined areas among energized overhead lines and equipment at a considerable distance above ground.
• Works with energized underground 15-kv materials and methods. 5. Works proficiently with hot line tools, (i.e. sticks) under energized conditions on both 15-kv overhead and underground systems.
• Works proficiently with hot line tools, (i.e. sticks) under energized conditions on both 15-kv overhead and 34-kv overhead systems, and 115-kv systems.
• Meets the public and establishes cooperative working relationships.
• Reads and interprets plans and written instructions. Works at heights greater than ten feet (example: in bucket or platform truck) to install equipment or connectors.
• Must keep company vehicles, equipment, and trailers maintained and clean.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities

• Detailed oriented and analytical.
• Ability to operate all tools and equipment of the trade.
• Practical and educational knowledge of electrical workers’ safety rules.
• Working knowledge of electrical, maintenance, and systems experience.
• Must be able to lift 60 lbs.
• Must be able to work outside, in industrial buildings, and in various weather conditions.
• Must be able to climb poles; works at heights.
• Ability to drive and operate heavy and light trucks and equipment.

Education And Experience

• High School Diploma or GED
• Current first aid/CPR certified
• Licensed Journeyman Lineman
• 5+years of direct experience in the Energy, Oil & Gas industry.
• Requires valid driver’s license and or commercial driver’s license Class A, with an acceptable driving record.

Special Requirements

• Ability to travel approximately 25% of the time required.
• Work variable hours based on customer and company needs.
• We are accepting applications from across the state.