Journeyman Powerline Technician

Garland; Garland (TX); On-site; USD 59,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Garland is seeking a Journeyman Powerline Technician to build and maintain overhead and underground distribution, transmission, substation and lighting systems. You will install, remove and service line equipment across GP&L service areas.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, 4 years of line work or Lineman College certification, and Texas CDL eligibility. The role offers a fixed daytime schedule with on-call rotations and travel to remote sites as needed.

Qualifications

• General knowledge of power line construction methods and practices.
• Knowledge of electric transmission and distribution system operations.
• Transformer theory, loading and connectivity.
• Proficient with office equipment and Microsoft Office.
• Ability to identify system operating problems and work with crews.

Responsibilities

• Repair and replace distribution power lines between generating stations, substations and customers.
• Build and maintain transmission, distribution, and substation facilities.
• Identify, diagnose and repair system disturbances and abnormalities.
• Prepare service requests to locate malfunctions.
• Attend on-site and off-site safety training; standby after hours.

Skills

Power line construction

Transformer loading and banking

Electric transmission and distribution

Safety practices

Office software

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Lineman College certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

## Journeyman Powerline TechnicianApply: Garland Power & Light: Posted Today: JR103245**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 QualificationsEducation / 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 ConditionsThe 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.Have questions or need assistance? Our friendly HR team is here to help! Reach out to us at [e-mail].