Lineworker Apprentice 3

Pedernales Electric Cooperative; Bertram (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Pedernales Electric Cooperative seeks a skilled apprentice to assist and progress in lineman tasks, including construction and maintenance of lines. You must have or be completing a DOL-approved apprenticeship and hold a Texas Class A CDL, with a strong focus on safety and reliability.

The role involves climbing poles, operating energized equipment with training, and performing after-hours call-outs as needed to support power restoration and service reliability. Equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of DOL-approved Lineman Apprenticeship, Apprentice Level 2.
• Valid Texas Class A CDL.

Responsibilities

• Construct and maintain overhead and underground lines and equipment.
• Operate and maintain transmission and distribution systems safely.
• Inspect lines, report issues, and participate in training as scheduled.
• Assist with call-out duties and emergency restoration efforts.
• Adhere to safety regulations and protect confidential information.

Skills

Computer literacy

Customer service

Hand tools

Time management

Pole climbing

Effective communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Lineman Apprenticeship Program - Apprentice Level 2

Valid Texas CDL (Class A)

Tools

Electrical hand tools

Job description

PHYSICAL OFFICE LOCATION:** PEC Bertram Office - 365 Hwy 29 East, Bertram, TX 78605

$37.73 Minimum Starting Base Pay* + KPI Bonuses + Competitive Benefits

*Qualifications may warrant greater starting base pay within the full pay range. Individual base pay is determined by experience, job-related skills, and relevant education or training.

**Position Summary**

This position is responsible for performing duties required in the operation, maintenance, construction and repair of transmission and distribution systems.

**Essential Duties & Responsibilities**

• Demonstrate mastery and continue duties of Apprentice 1 and Apprentice 2
• Construct and maintain overhead and underground electric lines and equipment
• Work lines and equipment energized with higher voltage only after successful completion of Apprentice 2, after successfully completing hot line training with recommendation of the supervisor and the approval of the manager
• Inspect existing primary and secondary power lines and substation equipment
• Correct and report problems and hazards observed
• Maintain and operate vehicles and equipment
• Investigate trouble on lines and locate cause of power outages
• Maintain and service, including cleaning and repairing, all tools and equipment
• Perform rubber glove work on energized lines from an aerial device
• Work on de-energized or grounded lines or equipment, both from the pole or an aerial device
• Perform the more complex duties of a Lineman under general supervision with some instruction
• Participate in and successfully complete training as scheduled
• Demonstrate diligence in learning and adhering to safety regulations
• Collect delinquent accounts
• Must be available for Call-Out duty
• Maintain the security of confidential information
• Stay abreast of advances in technology
• Demonstrate regular and prompt attendance
• Performs other related duties as necessary or assigned

**Supervisory and/or Leadership Responsibilities**

May be called upon to direct the work of others in emergency situation. May be called upon to facilitate meetings and speak in front of large groups of people.

**Knowledge, Skills & Abilities**

• Knowledge of using computer systems, which may include setting up and using hardware and software programs, entering data or processing information
• Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer service
• Knowledge of hand tools
• Skilled in time management
• Skilled in utilization of hand tools
• Skilled in prioritizing and managing changing priorities
• Ability to anticipate, identify, analyze and resolve conflict and problems
• Ability to climb poles
• Ability to retain knowledge and information
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
• Ability to listen and understand information verbally and in writing

**Minimum Qualifications - (Education, Experience)**

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Successful completion of Department of Labor approved Lineman Apprenticeship Program requirements for Apprentice Level 2
• Valid Texas Class A CDL

**Physical Demands and Work Environment**

• The employee may be required to stand; reach with hands and arms, stoop and kneel
• The employee may be required to sit or stand for long periods of time
• The employee may be required to lift, carry, push, pull or move up to 100 pounds
• The employee may be required to travel
• The employee will routinely utilize Personal Protective Equipment
• The employee must be available for call out duty and participate in emergency restoration
• The employee is frequently exposed to outside weather conditions including wet and humid conditions.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud
• Exempt employees receive a fixed bi-weekly salary to compensate them for all hours worked during each pay period
• This position may be required to work more than 40 hours per week

_This description is intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty required of the position given this title and shall not be construed as declaring what the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position shall be. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of management to assign, direct and control the work of employees under supervision. The listing of essential duties and responsibilities shall not be held to exclude other duties that may be assigned based on the needs of the Cooperative._

Position Open Until Filled

Pedernales Electric Cooperative is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.