Heavy Equipment Operator - Transmission (Oncor) - Odessa, TX

Military Spouse Corporate Career Network•Odessa, TX

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Heavy Equipment Operator is an entry-level position in the construction, maintenance, and repair of electrical transmission systems. The role works at various locations and may require travel to another state based on customer demands. The work includes new construction, maintenance, and repair on energized and de-energized overhead systems, often involving high-voltage lines. The operator must follow company safety rules and policies, work effectively with a team and customers, and perform related duties as needed.

Requirements

At least 2 years of experience.
Ability to read and communicate effectively in English.
Ability to obtain a Commercial Driver’s License permit within 60 days of employment.
Ability to travel long distances on short notice and work for extended periods in various locations when required.
Ability to lift more than 50 pounds.
Ability to inspect rubber goods and personal protective equipment properly.
Willingness to work overtime and outside the normal schedule, including weekends and holidays, as required.
Ability and willingness to work outdoors in varied weather and to glove or work high-voltage transmission lines.
Ability to follow company safety rules and other company policies.
Ability to identify primary and secondary voltage, understand induced voltage, and identify materials used in line work.
Understanding of basic equipment setup and grounding, minimum approach distance, flag and tag procedures, Kellum grips, hand-line use, and protective equipment.

Nice To Haves

A Commercial Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

Perform construction, maintenance, and repair work on energized and de-energized overhead electrical systems while working safely.
String overhead wire and set poles and anchors.
Assist with installing transformers, lightning arrestors, cutouts, crossarms, insulators, switches, and switchgear.
Assist with 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, heavy equipment, hand tools, rigging, hand lines, and lineman knots appropriately.
Assist with installing and connecting single-phase transformers, installing and removing services, checking transformer voltage, and performing basic bucket rescue or escape.
Set up and ground equipment, observe minimum approach distances, and follow flag and tag procedures.
Inspect rubber goods and personal protective equipment and use protective equipment as required.
Work at heights or in confined spaces and work outdoors, including in inclement weather.
Perform other related work as required to complete the job.