Apprentice Lineman

Wharton County Electric Cooperative•El Campo, TX

4d•$24 - $27•Onsite

About The Position

Serves as an apprentice to a lineman by constructing, replacing, and maintaining electric distribution lines, structures, and equipment. Actively engages in an apprentice program in an effort to acquire Journeyman lineman skills and status. The work is completed in a safe, accurate, and efficient manner.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED.
Must possess and maintain a valid state Class A commercials driver’s license (CDL); must have and maintain an insurable driving record.
Must reside within a 30-minute radius of WCEC headquarters.
Strong Customer Service skills required.
Must be a great team player.
Must have a positive attitude.
Must be professional and dependable.
Problem-solving/Analysis/Decision Making
Must maintain strict confidentiality in performance of duties.
Must be able to communicate effectively with fellow employees and members.
Must have a good working knowledge of company safety rules and practices.

Responsibilities

Maintains a safe working and living environment for employees, members, and the general public by adhering to policies, procedures, and regulations.
Serves members by providing services requested, performing line construction, retirement and maintenance on de-energized line. After one year in the position, an Apprentice Lineman may work on energized conductors only under the direct supervision of a Foreman or Journeyman.
Acquires a thorough knowledge of applicable traffic laws and rules governing safe driving practices; meets all Department of Transportation (DOT) and Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) requirements; answering member questions and offering assistance.
Conserves resources by inspecting and maintaining assigned vehicle and cooperative property and equipment.
Ensures the present and future accomplishments of departmental and organizational goals by assisting the Line Superintendent in developing the competencies, teamwork, and professionalism of the departmental staff.
Helps others by performing other related duties as may be requested; cooperating with other employees; being able to work during regular hours and after hours when needed and during emergencies and at all annual meetings.
Constructs power lines according to staking sheets by performing tree trimming on the ground or out of an aerial device, helping with groundwork, hauling, framing, setting, and tamping poles.
Enhances the cooperative’s preventative maintenance program by inspecting power lines.
Maintains electric service by reading and setting meters, checking voltage and completing paperwork.
Finds location of work site by reading maps on phone/tablet; and by adequately utilizing the computerized mapping system.
Helps with material handling by loading and unloading vehicles, performing general cleanup when assembling and disassembling line equipment.
Other responsibilities may be assigned to perform other duties from time to time.