Overhead Electrical Line Technician - Transit

Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority; California (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Family-friendly workplace

Job summary

Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) is seeking an Overhead Line Worker to maintain and repair high‑voltage overhead lines and related electrical infrastructure for the light rail system. The role requires hands-on experience with energized lines, a state‑certified electrical line worker apprenticeship, and a minimum of two years of journey‑level experience in transit electrical work.

You will operate boom/tower trucks, welders, and testing equipment, while adhering to strict safety

Qualifications

• Two years of verifiable experience as a journey level transit electrical line worker, working with over 600 Volts D.C.
• Certificate of completion of a state certified electrical line worker apprenticeship program.
• Commitment to safety protocols and detailed record-keeping.

Responsibilities

• Performs inspections and repairs of overhead contact wires, poles, distribution, and signal cables.
• Operates boom and tower trucks and related equipment.
• Keeps records of work performed and prepares reports.
• May provide lead supervision and assist in training other workers.

Skills

Safety-focused

Electrical line work

Overhead lines

Boom/tower trucks

Education

High school diploma

Electrical line worker apprenticeship certificate

Tools

Boom and tower trucks

Welding equipment

Electrical testing equipment

Job description

Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority (VTA) is seeking an Overhead Line Worker to maintain and repair high‑voltage overhead lines and related electrical infrastructure for the light rail system. The role requires hands-on experience with energized lines, a state‑certified electrical line worker apprenticeship, and a minimum of two years of journey‑level experience in transit electrical work.

You will operate boom/tower trucks, welders, and testing equipment, while adhering to strict safety