Equipment Operator - Overhead (Oncor)

Pike•Fort Worth, TX

About The Position

The Equipment Operator supports construction and maintenance of overhead electrical distribution systems and the nation’s power grid. The role assists line-workers with building, repairing, and maintaining overhead systems, operates vehicles and heavy equipment, follows safety rules and company policies, and may join storm restoration efforts. The position involves outdoor powerline construction in varied weather and construction-site conditions, frequent rigorous physical labor, and work with energized and de-energized electrical systems. Team-members may also perform other related duties as organizational needs require.

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 more than 50 pounds and perform rigorous physical labor.
Able to work overtime when requested and outside the normal work schedule, including weekends and holidays, as required.
Able to climb wood, steel, and other structures and possess the necessary tools to do so.
Able to work outdoors, frequently in inclement weather, and at heights or in confined spaces as required.
Capable of receiving and following directions.
Basic knowledge of line-work materials and the ability to identify them.
Understanding of energized and de-energized overhead work, high-voltage safety, PPE, induced voltage, minimum approach distance, equipment setup and grounding, excavation and shoring, and transformer voltage checking.
Understanding of basic rigging, hand lines, lineman knot tying, proper hand-tool use and maintenance, and company radio use.
Capability to assist with single-phase transformer installation and hookup, perform basic bucket rescue or escape, and install and remove a service.
Team-oriented, self-motivated, customer-service-focused, ethical, and honest.

Responsibilities

Help ensure personal and team safety and follow established safety rules and company policies.
Assist fellow line-workers in meeting project objectives and perform overhead construction, maintenance, and repair work.
Join storm restoration efforts when needed.
Operate vehicles and heavy equipment professionally.
Inspect rubber goods and personal protective equipment, and use PPE appropriately.
String overhead wire; set poles and anchors; and assist with installation of 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, lineman knots, Kellum grips, and equipment grounding and setup practices appropriately.
Assist with transformer installation and hookups, check transformer voltage, and install or remove services.
Identify primary and secondary voltage, induced voltage, and line-work materials; understand minimum approach distances and excavation and shoring requirements.
Perform basic bucket rescue or escape and work at heights or in confined spaces as needed.
Continue training to improve technical and leadership skills.
Perform other related work as required to complete the job.