Senior Electric Utility Technician - Field & On-Call

Texas-New Mexico Power Company; Pecos (TX); On-site; USD 73,000 - 131,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas-New Mexico Power Company is seeking an Energy Technician (Levels 1 - Senior) to perform construction, maintenance, and service work on the electric distribution system, including overhead and underground lines. This role offers a structured path from Energy Technician I through Senior Energy Technician and spans multiple levels based on experience and demonstrated skills.

Key duties include building, repairing and upgrading distribution facilities, restoring service, operating utility

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Experience requirements vary by level, from entry-level (3 months to 1 year) through senior-level positions requiring 5–7 years of electric utility or related experience.
• Equivalent combinations of education and related experience may be considered.
• Valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) required and must meet company driving standards.

Responsibilities

• Construct, maintain, and repair overhead and underground electrical distribution systems.
• Restore electrical service and troubleshoot outages and system issues.
• Install, maintain, and modify electrical lines, services, and related apparatus.
• Re-conductor, upgrade, or convert existing distribution facilities.
• Operate and maintain utility vehicles, tools, and specialized equipment.
• Ensure compliance with all safety policies, procedures, and work practices.
• Support emergency response efforts and participate in on-call rotations as required.
• Maintain work records, job documentation, and operational reports.
• Assist in job planning, crew coordination, and training activities.
• Perform dispatching or switching responsibilities when qualified.
• Support team objectives and perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Electrical knowledge

Reading & following instructions

Safety-first

Teamwork

Math skills

Planning & mentoring

Education

High School Diploma or GED

CDL License

Job description

Texas-New Mexico Power Company is seeking an Energy Technician (Levels 1 - Senior) to perform construction, maintenance, and service work on the electric distribution system, including overhead and underground lines. This role offers a structured path from Energy Technician I through Senior Energy Technician and spans multiple levels based on experience and demonstrated skills.

Key duties include building, repairing and upgrading distribution facilities, restoring service, operating utility