Journeyman Powerline Technician

City of Garland; Garland (TX); On-site; USD 59,884 - 70,257; Full time

Job summary

The City of Garland is seeking a skilled professional to manage electric service operations, focusing on the maintenance and construction of transmission and distribution systems. The role requires a minimum of four years of relevant experience and strong knowledge in power line methods and safety practices.

Successful candidates will possess a valid Texas Class 'C' Driver's License and show readiness to obtain necessary certifications. This is an outdoor position with rotational on-call duties.

Qualifications

• 4 years' experience in construction and transformer loading/banking.
• Valid Class 'C' Texas Driver's License.
• Must be able to get a Texas Commercial Driver's License within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain transmission/distribution/substation electric system facilities.
• Identify, diagnose and repair system disturbances.
• Attend on-site and off-site safety training classes.
• Standby duties outside of regular hours.

Skills

Knowledge of power line construction methods

Knowledge of electric transmission operations

Microsoft Office skills

Education

High School Diploma or G.E.D.

Tools

Office equipment

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

• 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.