Equipment Operator - Overhead (Oncor)
About The Position
The Equipment Operator supports the construction, repair, and maintenance of overhead electrical distribution systems as part of powerline construction work. The role operates vehicles and heavy equipment, assists line-workers in completing project objectives, and contributes to storm restoration when needed. Work includes new construction, maintenance, and repair of energized and de-energized overhead systems. The position requires safe work practices, physical labor, outdoor work in varied weather and construction-site conditions, and the ability to work at heights or in confined spaces. Team-members may also perform other related duties as requested to meet organizational needs.
Requirements
- Able to obtain a Commercial Driver’s License permit within 60 days of employment.
- Able to operate heavy equipment used in powerline construction.
- Able to read, write, and communicate effectively.
- 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 and perform rigorous physical labor.
- Willing to work overtime when requested, including weekends, holidays, and outside the normal work schedule as required.
- Able to climb different types of structures, including wood and steel, and possess the necessary tools to do so.
- Able to work outdoors, frequently in inclement weather, and at heights and/or in confined spaces.
- Able to receive and follow directions.
- Basic knowledge of materials used in line work and ability to identify different line-work materials.
- Able to identify primary and secondary voltage on a circuit and familiarity with induced voltage.
- Understands proper use and maintenance of hand tools, basic rigging, hand lines, and lineman knot tying.
- Understands when to use PPE, minimum approach distance, excavation and shoring requirements, and basic equipment setup and grounding.
- Understands how and when to use Kellum grips.
- Team-oriented, self-motivated, customer-service-focused, ethical, and honest; follows established safety rules and company policy.
Responsibilities
- Secure the safety of oneself and others while performing powerline construction work.
- Assist fellow line-workers in meeting project objectives and join storm restoration efforts when needed.
- Operate vehicles and heavy equipment professionally.
- Perform construction, maintenance, and repair work on energized and de-energized overhead systems.
- Inspect rubber goods and personal protective equipment (PPE), and use PPE appropriately.
- String overhead wire; set poles and anchors; and assist with installing transformers, lightning arrestors, cutouts, cross-arms, insulators, switches, and switchgear.
- Assist with replacing transformer fuses and clearing faulted circuits and systems.
- Maintain company vehicles, equipment, and tools in good working order.
- Use company radios, hand tools, rigging, hand lines, and lineman knots appropriately.
- Assist with single-phase transformer installation and hookup, voltage checks on transformers, and service installation and removal.
- Perform basic bucket rescue or escape and assist with equipment setup and grounding.
- Follow excavation and shoring requirements and observe minimum approach distances.
- Perform other related work as required to complete the job.
Benefits
- VA Approved Apprenticeship Program – GI Bill Benefits Available to Eligible Veterans
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
