Journeyman Electrician/Lineman - High-Voltage Construction

ROI Agency•Brownsville, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The client is seeking experienced Journeyman Electricians and Journeyman Linemen for project-based, onsite work supporting large-scale, high-voltage electrical construction projects in Brownsville, Texas. The work involves installing, constructing, maintaining, and supporting commissioning of critical electrical infrastructure, including transmission lines, substations, transformers, switchyards, grid interconnections, data centers, and industrial power distribution systems. Candidates should have hands-on experience with medium- and high-voltage systems in utility, industrial, or heavy construction environments, strong technical skills, a commitment to safety, and the ability to work in demanding field conditions. Work takes place onsite in Brownsville and may involve outdoor environments, elevated work platforms, electrical equipment, and active construction areas. Site-specific safety requirements and appropriate PPE must be followed. Project schedules may require overtime, weekends, or extended hours depending on construction milestones. Applicable Texas electrical licenses are required for assigned work. Journeyman Electrician and Journeyman Lineman qualifications are evaluated separately based on the scope of work.

Requirements

Journeyman-level experience as an Electrician or Lineman, with completion of a recognized apprenticeship program or equivalent documented training and experience.
Experience in electrical construction involving medium- and high-voltage systems.
Hands-on experience with one or more of the following: transmission and distribution infrastructure; electrical substations and switchyards; power transformers and high-voltage equipment; utility grid connections and interconnection projects; or industrial power systems or mission-critical/data center electrical infrastructure.
Ability to interpret electrical drawings, schematics, and construction specifications.
Working knowledge of electrical safety practices and applicable industry standards.
Ability to work outdoors, at heights when required, and in active construction environments.
Ability to safely perform physically demanding construction activities.
Ability to work onsite in Brownsville, Texas.
Possession of any applicable Texas electrical license required for assigned work.
Ability to work overtime, weekends, or extended hours when required by project schedules.

Nice To Haves

Five or more years of electrical construction experience, preferably in utility-scale or high-voltage projects.
Experience working on substations, transmission lines, or power infrastructure rated 69 kV and above.
Experience with transformer installation, buswork, switchgear, breakers, and high-voltage cable terminations.
Experience supporting EPC contractors, electric utilities, or major industrial construction projects.
Familiarity with electrical testing, commissioning, and energization procedures.
OSHA 10/30, NFPA 70E, or other relevant safety training.
Experience working on large-scale data centers, renewable energy facilities, or power generation projects.

Responsibilities

Install, assemble, maintain, and repair medium- and high-voltage electrical equipment and infrastructure.
Support construction of electrical substations, transmission systems, switchyards, and utility grid interconnections.
Install and connect power transformers, switchgear, circuit breakers, disconnect switches, buswork, grounding systems, and related equipment.
Perform electrical installation, cable pulling, terminations, conduit installation, and equipment connections.
Assist with installation and integration of electrical infrastructure for data centers, industrial facilities, and large-scale power projects.
Read and interpret electrical drawings, one-line diagrams, schematics, construction plans, and technical specifications.
Perform work on overhead or underground electrical systems according to trade qualifications and project requirements.
Support electrical testing, inspections, troubleshooting, and commissioning activities.
Operate appropriate tools, equipment, lifts, and machinery in accordance with safety procedures and required certifications.
Coordinate with construction supervisors, engineers, and other trades to meet project milestones.
Follow OSHA, NFPA 70E, applicable electrical codes, and established high-voltage safety procedures, including lockout/tagout and grounding requirements.
Follow site-specific safety requirements and use appropriate PPE.