C Lineman - Transmission (Oncor)

Pike • Odessa, TX

3d

About The Position

The Class C Lineman is an entry-level line worker who constructs, maintains, and repairs electrical transmission systems. The work involves energized and de-energized powerlines and may require travel to different job sites, including out-of-state locations, as operational and customer needs dictate. The position reports to the Foreman.

The role includes installing and repairing overhead transmission lines and associated components, working at heights and near energized equipment, climbing structures, and using transmission-line equipment. Work takes place outdoors in varied and sometimes extreme weather conditions. The employee must be available for outages, storms, emergencies, on-call rotation, and work outside normal business hours.

Pike describes itself as a provider of construction, repair, and engineering services for electric and gas utilities and telecommunications companies, with renewable-project work. The company emphasizes safety, collaboration, innovation, and customer service.

Requirements

• Two years of recent transmission-line experience.
• Valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL).
• Willingness to travel long distances on short notice and work at different job locations, including out-of-state assignments.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull materials and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Willingness to work outside normal business hours, including weekends, holidays, emergency callouts, and overtime.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, including standing, walking, using hands and fingers to handle objects and operate tools or controls, and reaching with hands and arms.

Responsibilities

• Construct, maintain, and repair energized and de-energized transmission systems while prioritizing safety.
• Help install and repair overhead transmission lines, poles, insulators, conductors, and related hardware.
• Apply switching and tagging procedures, EPZ grounding, and methods for understanding induced voltage on de-energized lines using proper tools and test equipment.
• Climb wood, steel, and concrete structures using approved climbing methods and equipment.
• Work at heights and near energized equipment.
• Perform heavy lifting and rigging.
• Operate and maintain bucket trucks, digger derricks, tensioners, pullers, and other transmission-line equipment.
• Work outdoors in varying conditions, including extreme heat, cold, rain, wind, and inclement weather.
• Be available for outages, storms, emergencies, and on-call rotation.
• Follow safety protocols, use PPE, and use insulated protective cover to isolate differences of potential on energized lines.
• Communicate by talking, listening, and using hand signals; handle objects and operate tools or controls.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• HSA, dependent care, and medical flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401(k) with company match
• Life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Family and medical leave

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed