Power Distribution Lineman - Apprentices Welcome

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, 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.