Apprentice 4 - 6

Oncor•Mexia, TX

5d•$43 - $50

About The Position

As an Apprentice, you will perform construction and maintenance of overhead and underground distribution lines and structures in accordance with Oncor’s construction standards manuals. All tasks are carried out under the direction of others and with the approval of the supervising authority. Work involves conductors and equipment energized at distribution voltages, utilizing approved protective equipment and tools.

Requirements

Class A CDL driver's license is required.
High School diploma, GED, or equivalent is required.
Basic computer skills with software such as, Microsoft Office (Word and Excel) and Outlook.
Effective communication skills needed to perform in a team environment.
Precise and strategic when climbing wooden poles.
Able to provide proof of successful lineman and safety training programs.
Post-interview, the successful candidate is required to complete an assessment of skills to determine initial classification.
Starting in this role is contingent on passing this assessment.
Successful candidate must demonstrate the skills needed to advance in the Oncor Lineman Training Program within a reasonable time frame commensurate with proven work experience and abilities.

Nice To Haves

4 plus years of related distribution utility construction work experience is encouraged to apply.
Certificate or degree from an accredited lineman school is encouraged to apply.
Associate's degree in electrical technology or related field is encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

Available to be on-call in the scheduled rotation, available for overtime work, and 24-hour call-out is required.
Willing to travel outside your assigned district when needed is required.
Able to work off wood poles, insulated platforms, and bucket trucks using approved safety practices and rules is required.
Able to lift 75 pounds above his/her head on a regular basis is required.
Successful candidate will be expected to live within 60 minutes of the service center with 30 minutes or less preferred.
Expected to comply with the Code of Conduct at all times and shall participate in the local safety programs.
Committed to the Oncor’s Core Values and to learning and abiding by Oncor’s Safety Handbook.

Benefits

At Oncor, we offer a comprehensive set of benefits, compensation and performance management programs designed specifically to attract, retain, motivate and reward our high-performing workforce.
Our supportive and inclusive culture allows every team member the opportunity to thrive and make a difference.
We invest in our employee’s success and well-being by offering such things as:
Annual incentive program.
Competitive health and welfare benefits (medical, dental, vision, life insurance).
Ability to earn wellness incentives (up to $2,000 in 2025) and other wellbeing resources.
401k with dollar-for-dollar company match up to 6%.
401k match with student debt program.
Cash balance pension plan.
Adoption Assistance.
Mental health resources.
Employee resource groups.
Tuition reimbursement.
Competitive vacation, 10 company holidays and 2 personal holidays.
Paid parental leave.
Salary continuation for up to 6 months for approved employee illness or injury.
Other perks such as commuter benefits, electric vehicle incentive program, appliance purchase plan.
Participation in benefit programs for employees in collective bargaining units is subject to the applicable collective bargaining agreement.