Equipment Operator - Transmission (Oncor)

Pike Corporation•Odessa, TX

About The Position

The Transmission Equipment Operator is an entry-level position in the construction, maintenance, and repair of electrical transmission systems. The position works at various locations and may require travel to another state depending on customer demands. The operator works on energized and de-energized overhead systems, including stringing wire, setting poles and anchors, and assisting with installation and repair of transmission equipment. The work involves frequent exposure to energized high-voltage systems and requires adherence to safety procedures, including use of personal protective equipment and proper equipment setup and grounding. The employee must be able to perform rigorous physical labor, work at heights or in confined spaces, and work outdoors in inclement weather. The role may require extended assignments in various locations, long-distance travel on short notice, and overtime, weekends, or holidays as needed.

Requirements

1–2 years of experience.
Able to read and communicate effectively in English.
Able to obtain a Commercial Driver’s License permit within 60 days of employment.
Able to travel long distances on short notice and work for extended periods in various locations when required.
Able to lift in excess of 50 pounds.
Able to properly inspect rubber goods and personal protective equipment.
Willing to work overtime when requested and outside the normal work schedule, including weekends and holidays, as required.
Able to perform rigorous physical labor and work outdoors, frequently in inclement weather.
Willing to glove or work on high-voltage transmission lines.
Able to follow company safety rules and other company policies.
Self-motivated, team-oriented, and customer-oriented.

Nice To Haves

A Commercial Driver’s License is preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform new construction, maintenance, and repair work on energized and de-energized overhead systems safely.
String overhead wire and set poles and anchors.
Assist with installing transformers, lightning arrestors, cutouts, crossarms, insulators, switches, and switchgear.
Assist in replacing transformer fuses and clearing faulted circuits and systems.
Work carefully around energized high-voltage systems to protect personal and public safety.
Maintain company vehicles, equipment, and tools in good working order.
Use company radios and operate heavy equipment.
Apply basic rigging, hand-line, and lineman knot-tying techniques; use and maintain hand tools.
Assist with single-phase transformer installation and hookup, check transformer voltage, and install or remove services.
Perform basic bucket rescue and escape; work at heights and in confined spaces as required.
Set up and ground equipment, observe minimum approach distances, and follow flag-and-tag procedures.
Inspect rubber goods and personal protective equipment and wear protective equipment when required.
Make up and use hand lines and use Kellum grips when appropriate.
Identify line-work materials and primary and secondary voltage; understand induced voltage.
Perform other related work as required to complete the job.