Journeyman Powerline Technician

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

Job summary

Gfoat in Garland, Texas is seeking a Lineman responsible for building and maintaining reliable electric service in the area, including transmission, distribution, substation, and service line equipment.

The role requires a High School Diploma or GED and 4 years of related experience. Candidates should have knowledge of power line construction methods, the ability to work with field crews, and a valid Texas driver's license. Safety training and the ability to respond to emergencies are essential.

Qualifications

• 4 years’ experience in construction and transformer loading/banking.
• General knowledge of power line construction and electric systems.

Responsibilities

• Repair and replace distribution power lines.
• Build and maintain electric system facilities.
• Identify and repair system disturbances.
• Prepare service requests for malfunctions.
• Attend safety training classes.
• Perform standby duties after hours.
• Travel to remote system facilities.
• Direct and monitor job tasks and crew.

Skills

General knowledge of power line construction methods

General knowledge of electric transmission and distribution operations

Skill with office equipment and Microsoft Office

Ability to identify system operating problems

Ability to work with field crews

Education

High School Diploma or G.E.D.

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.