Journeyworker

Pedernales Electric Cooperative • Cedar Park, TX

3d • $42 • Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for performing duties required in the operation, maintenance, construction and repair of transmission and distribution systems.

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

Benefits

• Competitive Benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED