Electric Lineworker I

City of Boerne • Boerne, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The role overview responsible for performing diversified work, such as constructing, installing, and maintaining underground and overhead electric distribution systems at all voltages.

Requirements

• High school diploma or Possess GED, plus at least two years of experience as a groundman or any equivalent combination of experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Knowledge of: construction practices, tools, and materials used in the electrical field and techniques and safety practices involved in installation and maintenance of electric distribution systems; electric, hydraulic, and mechanical fundamentals; electronics; and mathematical applications.
• Skill/Ability to : read maps, interpret map logic, and understand electric diagrams; demonstrate proficiency in both oral and written communication; work under prolonged periods of stress due to the hazards of electricity; identify and choose among several alternative solutions for situations that change occasionally; climb poles to make necessary repairs; interpret and apply established rules, regulations, and requirements; establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers and the general public; be constantly aware of safety hazards; apply safety practices and principles in reporting and preventing accidents; tolerate outside working conditions, including exposure to adverse weather conditions; and maintain Texas driver's license applicable to job responsibilities and good driving record.
• Tasks require individual to be consistently alert to, and aware of safety hazards; apply safety practices and principles in reporting and preventing accidents; tolerate outside working conditions, including exposure to adverse weather conditions; the ability to work under prolonged periods of stress due to the hazards of electricity; climb poles to make necessary repairs; bending, stooping, lifting or carrying a force equal to 50 lbs.
• Appropriate valid Texas Class C driver's license.

Nice To Haves

• Texas Class A or B CDL preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assists in the installation and maintenance of overhead and underground electrical distribution systems and secondary services, including climbing utility poles to install and/or repair transformers, meters, switching systems, and streetlights.
• Operates all departmental equipment utilized in the installation and maintenance of the electrical system, such as bucket truck, digger derrick, pole truck, and other large trucks.
• Attends in-house electric education and training seminars.
• Cut brush and trims trees to maintain the existing right-of-way.
• Assists in maintaining departmental vehicles and equipment.
• Keeps records of work performed and prepares reports as required.
• Stocks work truck with supplies.
• Responds appropriately to customer inquiries, complaints, and requests for information.
• Serves as essential emergency personnel when required.
• Regular and prompt attendance is an essential function of the position.
• Performs such other duties as may be required.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, & Vision – 100% Paid by the city for the employee, option to add dependents. (City pays 42% for dependents, medical only.)
• Short-Term and Long -Term Disability
• Vacation/ Sick paid days off
• Holidays
• Paid Retirement plan - 14% City Contribution
• Workers Compensation Insurance & 100% salary indemnity

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED