Journeyworker (DOL Journeyman Lineman)

Pedernales Electric Cooperative•Cedar Park, TX

6d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for performing duties required in the operation, maintenance, construction and repair of transmission and distribution systems. The role involves constructing and maintaining overhead and underground electric lines and equipment, inspecting existing primary and secondary power lines and substation equipment, and investigating trouble on lines to locate the cause of power outages. The Journeyworker will also maintain and operate vehicles and equipment, perform rubber glove work on energized lines from an aerial device, and work on de-energized or grounded lines or equipment. Additionally, the position requires participation in scheduled training, assisting in the training of others, and demonstrating diligence in learning and adhering to safety regulations. This role also includes responsibilities related to collecting delinquent accounts, being available for call-out duty and various shifts, and maintaining construction standards. The Journeyworker will lead or monitor job briefings, approve purchasing invoices and work orders, and focus on efficiency and cost controls to maintain a safe and reliable system. They will manage construction project completion, participate in emergency restoration, update the UC mapping system, and handle damage claims. Customer service is also a key aspect, involving resolving customer complaints and answering questions. The role includes providing guidance to employees, discussing job performance, teaching job duties and company policies, instructing and supervising subordinates in the absence of the Construction/Service Supervisor, and interpreting work procedures. The Journeyworker will also establish work priorities, coordinate activities with other departments, conduct safety meetings, operate PEC vehicles, maintain driver eligibility, and ensure the security of confidential information. Staying abreast of technological advancements and demonstrating regular attendance are also expected.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent
Successful completion of DOL program requirements for Journeyworker
Valid Texas Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) and Motor Vehicle Report that comply with PEC policy
Knowledge of business and management principles including strategic planning, resource allocation, leadership techniques and budgeting
Knowledge of using computer systems, which may include setting up and using hardware and software programs, entering data or processing information
Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer service
Knowledge of principles of electricity, safety practices and codes
Knowledge of electric power industry construction standards
Knowledge of voltage testing equipment
Skilled in monitoring and managing performance
Skilled in establishing and communicating performance expectations and metrics
Skilled in time management
Skilled in prioritizing and managing changing priorities
Skilled in anticipating, identifying, analyzing and resolving conflict and problems
Ability to serve as a positive role model and mentor to assigned apprentice
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
Ability to listen and understand information verbally and in writing
Ability to teach employees to set up and disseminate information from various types of voltage testing equipment
Ability to train and teach employees the art of troubleshooting and the safe, timely manner of power restoration; including substation, distribution lines and residential lines

Responsibilities

Demonstrate mastery and continue duties of Apprentice 1, 2, 3 and 4
Construct and maintain overhead and underground electric lines and equipment
Inspect existing primary and secondary power lines and substation equipment
Correct and/or report problems and observed hazards
Maintain and operate vehicles and equipment
Investigate trouble on lines and locate cause of power outages
Maintain and service, including cleaning and repairing, all tools and equipment
Perform rubber glove work on energized lines from aerial device
Work on de-energized or grounded lines or equipment, both from the pole or an aerial device
Participate in and successfully complete scheduled training
Assist in the training of others
Demonstrate diligence in learning and adhering to safety regulations
Collect delinquent accounts
Must be available for and participate in Call-Out duty
Must be available to work various shifts
Responsible for construction and maintenance of overhead and underground lines
Maintain construction standards and acceptable specifications
Lead and/or monitor job briefings and tail board meetings
Approve purchasing invoices, work orders and focus on efficiency and cost controls
Maintain a safe and reliable system for members and the general public
Maintain and promote a safe work environment for employees
Manage construction project completion
Participate in emergency restoration and call-out duty
Update the UC mapping system
Participate in the process for damage claims
Resolve customer complaints and answer customers' questions
Provide employees with guidance in handling difficult or complex problems and in resolving escalated complaints or disputes
Implement corporate and departmental policies, procedures and service standards in conjunction with management
Discuss job performance problems with supervisor to identify causes and issues and work to resolve problems
Teach and instruct employees in job duties and company policies
Instruct and supervise subordinates in the absence of the Construction/Service Supervisor
Interpret and communicate work procedures and company policies to staff
Develop and review operating procedures
Establish work priorities and activities
Coordinate activities with other departments
Conduct and participate in safety meetings
Operate PEC vehicle(s) for business purposes in accordance with applicable Federal, State, and local law and PEC policies and procedures
Maintain driver eligibility through appropriate valid Texas Driver's License and driving record in accordance with PEC policy
Maintain the security of confidential information
Stay abreast of advances in technology
Demonstrate regular and prompt attendance
Performs other related duties as necessary or assigned
A range of leadership activities, training, effectively communicating organizational policies and other information to subordinates, and ensuring that employees have a clear understanding of their responsibilities.