Transmission Maintenance Crew Lead

Lower Colorado River Authority; Marble Falls (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Lower Colorado River Authority in Marble Falls, TX, seeks a Crew Lead for our High Line team. Based on site, you will coordinate maintenance and repair of electric transmission lines, guiding crew members to complete tasks safely and efficiently.

You will provide on-site leadership, advise on installations and operating decisions, plan routine and emergency servicing, and ensure documentation is completed. A Journeyman level and a Texas Class A CDL are required.

Qualifications

• Seven or more years of experience in electrical or mechanical equipment installation, maintenance or repair in a high-voltage environment or transmission line installation, maintenance or repair.
• A degree in electrical power theory, electronics, instrumentation, controls, industrial or mechanical maintenance or relevant field may be substituted per LCRA guidelines for certain years of experience.
• Class A Texas commercial driver's license is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide on-site leadership for all crew members performing duties for Transmission maintenance projects and perform job duties and responsibilities of a Journeyman.
• Advise and provide technical support relative to project installations, system priorities, and operating decisions during normal and emergency situations for both internal and external resources.
• Plan and schedule routine and emergency servicing and restoration of equipment within assigned area. Ensure schedules and maintenance intervals are met.
• Coordinate major equipment setup and upkeep with other work groups or departments. Perform field service and sophisticated and detailed repairs, installation and maintenance of equipment in assigned area.
• Perform final test, verify accurate operation and release equipment for service.
• Complete and turn in day-to-day documentation such as time tickets, mileage sheets, detailed daily reports and trouble tickets.

Skills

High-voltage maintenance

Team leadership

Problem solving

Education

Electrical power theory degree

Texas Class A CDL

Job description

Here's The Role

Our Line Operations group is looking for a Crew Lead to join our team of High Line Workers! Based in Marble Falls, at an expert level, you will coordinate the maintenance and repair of electric transmission lines across our western district and help guide team members in accomplishing their tasks safely and efficiently. Are you a leader that strives for perfection in your craft and wants to improve the lives of Texans?

How You’ll Contribute

• Provide on-site leadership for all crew members performing duties for Transmission maintenance projects and perform job duties and responsibilities of a Journeyman.
• Advise and provide technical support, relative to project installations, system priorities, and operating decisions during normal and emergency situations for both internal and external resources.
• Plan and schedule routine and emergency servicing and restoration of equipment within assigned area. Ensure schedules and maintenance intervals are met.
• Coordinate major equipment setup and upkeep with other work groups or departments. Perform field service and sophisticated and detailed repairs, installation and maintenance of equipment in assigned area, which require extensive knowledge and experience.
• Perform final test, verifies accurate operation and releases equipment for service.
• Complete and turn in day-to-day documentation such as time tickets, mileage sheets, detailed daily reports and trouble tickets. Ensure that the work group finishes the required paperwork on a regular basis.

How You’re Qualified

• Seven or more years of experience in electrical or mechanical equipment installation, maintenance or repair in a high-voltage environment or transmission line installation, maintenance or repair.
• A degree(s) in electrical power theory, electronics, instrumentation, controls, industrial or mechanical maintenance or relevant field may be substituted per LCRA guidelines for certain years of experience.
• Class A Texas commercial driver's license

How You’ll Stand Out

• Validated history of outstanding achievement in transmission line maintenance.
• Certifications in electrical systems or maintenance.
• Strong analytical skills to challenge and solve sophisticated issues efficiently.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate and communicate effectively within a team.
• Experience with sophisticated maintenance techniques and equipment.

How We’ll Support You

Benefits that don't just check boxes, they make life better. From healthcare to wellness to time off, we've got you covered, so you can focus on what matters.

Equal Opportunity Employer

• LCRA provides equal employment opportunities and a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at LCRA are based on business need, job requirement and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, or veteran status in accordance with applicable federal and state legal requirements governing nondiscrimination in employment.
• LCRA is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants with physical or mental disabilities. Applicants with a disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process can contact LCRA Human Resources [phone] or email [e-mail]. Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis.