Journeyman Lineman: Field Power & Substation Expert

Taurus Industrial Group, LLC; La Porte (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Family-friendly culture

Compensation and career development opportunities

Job summary

A utility services provider is seeking a Journeyman Lineman in La Porte, Texas. This position requires constructing and maintaining power lines, operating heavy machinery, and ensuring safety compliance. Candidates must have a diploma, relevant certifications, and experience in fault location and repair. Responsibilities include training junior team members and leading efforts in substation maintenance. The company emphasizes an equal opportunity workplace and offers unique benefits, including career development.

Responsibilities

• Construct and maintain power lines, both overhead and underground.
• Operate vehicles and heavy machinery such as bucket trucks and backhoes.
• Work with high and low voltage lines and follow safety protocols.
• Install and replace electrical components like transformers and switches.
• Maintain substation equipment, troubleshooting and repairs.
• Identify and rectify power system abnormalities.
• Adhere to safety standards and maintain equipment.
• Lead and train junior linemen, ensuring regulatory compliance.

Skills

Fault location and repair skills

Ability to read circuit maps

Basic computer skills with MS Office

Strong mechanical skills

Education

Diploma

Relevant certifications

Job description

A utility services provider is seeking a Journeyman Lineman in La Porte, Texas. This position requires constructing and maintaining power lines, operating heavy machinery, and ensuring safety compliance. Candidates must have a diploma, relevant certifications, and experience in fault location and repair. Responsibilities include training junior team members and leading efforts in substation maintenance. The company emphasizes an equal opportunity workplace and offers unique benefits, including career development.