Lineman

South Plains Electric Cooperative, Inc.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

South Plains Electric Cooperative, Inc. in Childress, TX, is seeking a lineman to install and maintain power distribution lines and poles, and to repair or replace damaged equipment. You will climb poles, work on energized lines, and respond to outages and storm damage in all weather.

CDL is required or must be obtained within 90 days; a solid driving record and safety focus are essential. Training through Northwest Lineman College in Denton is provided. Pay commensurate with experience.

Qualifications

• CDL required or willing to obtain within 90 days.
• Excellent driving record required.
• Willingness to attend Northwest Lineman College in Denton, TX.

Responsibilities

• Install and maintain power distribution lines and poles.
• Repair and replace damaged equipment and components (transformers, switches, insulators).
• Climb poles to access equipment and work on energized lines.
• Respond to outages and storm damage in all weather conditions.
• Operate bucket trucks and digger derricks while adhering to safety procedures.

Skills

CDL

Safe driving

Teamwork

Safety procedures

Education

Northwest Lineman College

Job description

South Plains Electric Cooperative is accepting applications for a lineman in Childress, TX. Performs diverse work installing and maintaining power distribution lines and poles. Repairing and replacing damaged equipment and components, such as transformers, switches, and insulators. Climbing poles to access equipment. Works on energized lines, structures and equipment involving electricity distribution. Responds to emergency situations, such as power outages and storm damage. Working in all types of weather conditions, including extreme heat, cold, and rain. Operates heavy machinery, such as bucket trucks and digger derricks. Physical fitness and a willingness to work at heights are important as well as the ability to work with a team and follow safety procedures. Must have a current CDL or be willing to get a CDL within 90 days. Requires an excellent driving record. SPEC does pre-employment background checks and drug screens. We are willing to hire an apprentice lineman. However, successful applicant will be required to attend and graduate from Northwest Lineman College in Denton, TX. This will require them to live in Denton, TX for 15 weeks. The cost of the school and living expenses while in Denton will be paid for by SPEC. Pay commensurate with experience. This position is open to current employees and to outside applicants. Must be able to pass background check and drug screen. Successful applicant will be required to live within 30-minute response time to the Childress office.

Deadline to apply is Friday, October 30, 2026 at 5:00 p.m.