Journeyworker (DOL Journeyman Lineman)

Pedernales Electric Cooperative•Oak Hill, TX

75d•$42 - $52•Onsite

About The Position

The Journeyworker is responsible for work involved in operating, maintaining, constructing, and repairing transmission and distribution systems. The role constructs and maintains overhead and underground electric lines and equipment; inspects power lines and substation equipment; troubleshoots outages; performs work on energized and de-energized lines; maintains tools, vehicles, and equipment; and supports safe, reliable service for cooperative members and the public. The position also participates in emergency restoration and call-out duty, customer service, construction project completion, mapping updates, damage-claim processes, and safety activities. The role includes leadership and supervisory duties, including mentoring and training apprentices and other employees, conducting safety meetings and job briefings, setting work priorities, coordinating with other departments, communicating policies and procedures, and guiding employees in resolving complex issues. The Journeyworker may instruct and supervise subordinates in the absence of the Construction/Service Supervisor. The role requires availability for call-out duty and various shifts, and may require working more than 40 hours per week.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Successful completion of DOL program requirements for Journeyworker.
Valid Texas Class A CDL.
Knowledge of business and management principles, including strategic planning, resource allocation, leadership techniques, and budgeting.
Knowledge of computer systems, including hardware and software use, data entry, and information processing.
Knowledge of customer service principles and processes.
Knowledge of electricity principles, safety practices and codes, electric power industry construction standards, and voltage testing equipment.
Skill in monitoring and managing performance, and establishing and communicating performance expectations and metrics.
Skill in time management, prioritizing, and managing changing priorities.
Skill in anticipating, identifying, analyzing, and resolving conflict and problems.
Ability to serve as a positive role model and mentor to assigned apprentices.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing, and to understand information communicated verbally and in writing.
Ability to teach employees to set up voltage testing equipment and disseminate information from it.
Ability to train employees in troubleshooting and safe, timely power restoration for substations, distribution lines, and residential lines.
Availability for call-out duty and various shifts.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, including lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, or moving up to 50 pounds, and routinely using personal protective equipment.

Responsibilities

Demonstrate mastery of and continue the 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 or report problems and observed hazards.
Maintain and operate vehicles and equipment.
Investigate line trouble and locate the cause of power outages.
Maintain and service tools and equipment, including cleaning and repairing them.
Perform rubber-glove work on energized lines from an aerial device.
Work on de-energized or grounded lines or equipment from a pole or aerial device.
Participate in and successfully complete scheduled training, and assist in training others.
Learn and adhere to safety regulations and help maintain and promote a safe work environment.
Collect delinquent accounts.
Participate in call-out duty, emergency restoration, and construction project completion.
Maintain construction standards and acceptable specifications.
Lead or monitor job briefings and tailboard meetings.
Approve purchasing invoices and work orders, with a focus on efficiency and cost controls.
Update the UC mapping system and participate in the damage-claims process.
Resolve customer complaints and answer customer questions.
Guide employees handling difficult or complex problems and escalated complaints or disputes.
Implement corporate and departmental policies, procedures, and service standards in conjunction with management.
Discuss performance problems with a supervisor, identify causes and issues, and work to resolve them.
Teach employees 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, and coordinate activities with other departments.
Conduct and participate in safety meetings and stay current with technology advances.
Demonstrate regular and prompt attendance and perform other related duties as necessary or assigned.