Lineworker Apprentice III — $37.73+/hr + Benefits

Texas Electric Cooperatives, Inc.; Oak Hill (TX); On-site; USD 50,971 - 59,236; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Benefits

Job summary

Pedernales Electric Cooperative in Oak Hill, Texas seeks a Lineman Apprentice to support operation, maintenance, construction and repair of transmission and distribution systems. Responsibilities include building lines, inspecting equipment, and safely working on energized and de-energized components.

The role requires completion of the Lineman Apprenticeship Program (Apprentice Level 2), a high school diploma, and a valid Texas driver’s license.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Successful completion of Department of Labor approved Lineman Apprenticeship Program requirements for Apprentice Level 2.
• Operate PEC vehicle(s) for business purposes in accordance with applicable law and PEC policies; maintain Texas license.

Responsibilities

• Construct and maintain overhead and underground electric lines and equipment.
• Inspect existing primary and secondary power lines and substation equipment.
• Perform rubber glove work on energized lines from an aerial device.
• Operate PEC vehicles for business purposes in line with PEC policies.

Skills

Pole climbing

Hand tools

Time management

Effective communication

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Lineman Apprenticeship Program – Apprentice Level 2 (DOL)

Tools

PEC vehicles operation

Hand tools usage

Job description

Pedernales Electric Cooperative in Oak Hill, Texas seeks a Lineman Apprentice to support operation, maintenance, construction and repair of transmission and distribution systems. Responsibilities include building lines, inspecting equipment, and safely working on energized and de-energized components.

The role requires completion of the Lineman Apprenticeship Program (Apprentice Level 2), a high school diploma, and a valid Texas driver’s license.