Power Lineman — Paid Apprenticeship & CDL Training

South Plains Electric Cooperative, Inc.; Childress (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

South Plains Electric Cooperative is seeking a lineman in Childress, TX to install and maintain power distribution lines and poles, repair equipment, and respond to outages. The role involves climbing poles, working on energized lines, and operating bucket trucks.

Applicants must have a current CDL or be willing to obtain one within 90 days, a clean driving record, and the ability to pass background checks and drug screens.

Qualifications

• Must have a current CDL or be willing to obtain one within 90 days.
• Excellent driving record required.
• Pre-employment background checks and drug screens are conducted.
• Open to apprentice lineman; must attend and graduate Northwest Lineman College.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Physical fitness

Teamwork

Safety procedures

Heights work

Willingness to learn

Education

Northwest Lineman College

Tools

CDL

Job description

South Plains Electric Cooperative is seeking a lineman in Childress, TX to install and maintain power distribution lines and poles, repair equipment, and respond to outages. The role involves climbing poles, working on energized lines, and operating bucket trucks.

Applicants must have a current CDL or be willing to obtain one within 90 days, a clean driving record, and the ability to pass background checks and drug screens.