Journeyman Powerline Technician

City of Garland; Garland (TX); On-site; USD 61,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Garland is seeking an Electric Lineman to build and maintain dependable power service across GP&L transmission and distribution networks, including overhead and underground lines, substations, and lighting systems. You will install, service, and repair transmission, distribution, substation, and service line equipment.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED with several years of power line experience, and may require DOL Apprentice Line Technician certification.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required or equivalent combination of education/experience.
• 4 years’ experience in construction and transformer loading/banking or related field.
• Certification as DOL Apprentice Line Technician preferred.

Responsibilities

• Repair and replace distribution power lines between generating stations, substations and customers/owners.
• Build and maintain transmission/distribution/substation electric system facilities.
• Identify, diagnose and repair system disturbances and abnormalities.
• Prepare service requests to identify locations and/or causes of malfunctions or problems.
• Attend on-site and off-site safety training classes.
• Standby duties and callout assistance after regular working hours.
• Occasional travel to remote system facilities.
• Direct and monitor job tasks, progression and capability of crew.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Power line construction

Electric transmission

Electrical distribution

Office software

Problem diagnosis

Safety practices

Education

High School Diploma or GED

4 years’ power line experience

Job description

Summary

Responsible for building and maintaining dependable electric service in the GP&L transmission and distribution service area including overhead distribution, underground distribution, transmission, substation, and lighting systems. Also, responsible for installing, removing, and maintaining transmission, distribution, substation and service line equipment.

Pay Range:

$43.47 - $51.00 (Depending on qualifications and experience)

Work Schedule

Monday to Friday 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM

• Rotating On-Call Schedule: The employee on stand-by must be available to respond to work-related emergencies or additional tasks outside of the regular hours (e.g., after 3:30 PM or during weekends).

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Repair and replace distribution power lines between generating stations, substations and customers/owners.
• Build and maintain transmission/distribution/substation electric system facilities.
• Identify, diagnose and repair system disturbances and abnormalities.
• Prepare service requests to identify locations and/or causes of malfunctions or problems.
• Attend on-site and off-site safety training classes.
• Standby duties and callout assistance after regular working hours.
• Occasional travel to remote system facilities.
• Direct and monitor job tasks, progression and capability of crew.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (G.E.D.)
• 4 years’ experience in construction and transformer loading/banking

Or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job or the successful completion of a Lineman College course with certification

Preferred Qualifications

Education / Experience

• High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (G.E.D.)
• 5+ years’ experience with power line work in construction and transformer loading/banking

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• General knowledge of power line construction methods and practices
• General knowledge of electric transmission and distribution system operations
• General knowledge of transformer theory, loading and connectivity
• Skill with office equipment and Microsoft Office
• Ability to identify system operating problems
• Ability to work with field crews to ensure safe work practices are followed at all times

Licenses & Certifications

• Valid Class “C” Texas Driver’s License
• Able to obtain a Texas Commercial Driver’s License Class “A” w/Tanker Endorsement within 90-days
• Certification as DOL Apprentice Line Technician

Physical Tasks & Working Conditions

The incumbent works in an outdoor environment; frequent exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards. Majority of work performed outside at construction sites and/or power line locations.