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Pedernales Electric Cooperative

Lineworker Apprentice 3

Pedernales Electric Cooperative, Bertram, Texas, United States, 78605

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Location: PEC Bertram Office - 365 Hwy 29 East, Bertram, TX 78605

Pay:

$37.73 Minimum Starting Base Pay*

+ KPI Bonuses + Competitive Benefits

*Qualifications may warrant greater starting base pay within the full pay range. Individual base pay is determined by experience, job-related skills, and relevant education or training.

Position Summary This position is responsible for performing duties required in the operation, maintenance, construction and repair of transmission and distribution systems.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Demonstrate mastery and continue duties of Apprentice 1 and Apprentice 2

Construct and maintain overhead and underground electric lines and equipment

Work lines and equipment energized with higher voltage only after successful completion of Apprentice 2, after successfully completing hot line training with recommendation of the supervisor and the approval of the manager

Inspect existing primary and secondary power lines and substation equipment

Correct and report problems and hazards observed

Maintain and operate vehicles and equipment

Investigate trouble on lines and locate cause of power outages

Maintain and service, including cleaning and repairing, all tools and equipment

Perform rubber glove work on energized lines from an aerial device

Work on de-energized or grounded lines or equipment, both from the pole or an aerial device

Perform the more complex duties of a Lineman under general supervision with some instruction

Participate in and successfully complete training as scheduled

Demonstrate diligence in learning and adhering to safety regulations

Collect delinquent accounts

Must be available for Call‑Out duty

Maintain the security of confidential information

Stay abreast of advances in technology

Demonstrate regular and prompt attendance

Perform other related duties as necessary or assigned

May be called upon to direct the work of others in emergency situations and to facilitate meetings, speaking in front of large groups.

Supervisory and/or Leadership responsibilities

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Knowledge of using computer systems, which may include setting up and using hardware and software programs, entering data or processing information

Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer service

Knowledge of hand tools

Skilled in time management

Skilled in utilization of hand tools

Skilled in prioritizing and managing changing priorities

Ability to anticipate, identify, analyze and resolve conflict and problems

Ability to climb poles

Ability to retain knowledge and information

Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing

Ability to listen and understand information verbally and in writing

Minimum Qualifications – (Education, Experience)

High School Diploma or equivalent

Successful completion of Department of Labor approved Lineman Apprenticeship Program requirements for Apprentice Level 2

Valid Texas Class A CDL

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The employee may be required to stand; reach with hands and arms, stoop and kneel

The employee may be required to sit or stand for long periods of time

The employee may be required to lift, carry, push, pull or move up to 100 pounds

The employee may be required to travel

The employee will routinely utilize Personal Protective Equipment

The employee must be available for call out duty and participate in emergency restoration

The employee is frequently exposed to outside weather conditions including wet and humid conditions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud

Exempt employees receive a fixed bi-weekly salary to compensate them for all hours worked during each pay period

This position may be required to work more than 40 hours per week

Position Open Until Filled

Pedernales Electric Cooperative is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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