Journeyman Lineman - Power Grid Reliability & Restoration

Pedernales Electric Cooperative, Inc.; Liberty Hill (TX); On-site; USD 62,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

Pedernales Electric Cooperative, Inc. is seeking a skilled team member to operate, maintain, construct and repair transmission and distribution systems. The role emphasizes safety, training apprentices, and leading line crews in both overhead and underground work.

Requirements include a High School Diploma, Journeyman completion, and a Texas Class A CDL with PEC policy compliance. willingness to participate in call‑out duties and variable shifts is essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Successful completion of DOL Journeyworker program.
• Valid Texas Class A CDL with MVR compliant with PEC policy.

Responsibilities

• Construct and maintain overhead and underground lines.
• Inspect primary and secondary power lines and substation gear.
• Respond to outages and perform power restoration tasks.
• Lead safety briefings and coordinate with teams.
• Attend training and mentor apprentices; participate in call-out duties.
• Ensure safe, reliable system operation for members and the public.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Time management

Mentoring apprentice

Education

High School Diploma

Journeyworker completion

Texas CDL Class A

Tools

Voltage testing equipment

Basic PC skills

Job description

Pedernales Electric Cooperative, Inc. is seeking a skilled team member to operate, maintain, construct and repair transmission and distribution systems. The role emphasizes safety, training apprentices, and leading line crews in both overhead and underground work.

Requirements include a High School Diploma, Journeyman completion, and a Texas Class A CDL with PEC policy compliance. willingness to participate in call‑out duties and variable shifts is essential.