Lineworker Apprentice 1B

Pedernales Electric Cooperative•Kyle, TX

11d•Onsite

About The Position

The Lineworker Apprentice 1B performs duties required in the operation, maintenance, construction, and repair of transmission and distribution systems. The role assists experienced linemen, develops familiarity with lineworker equipment, and completes required training to progress to Lineman Apprentice 2 status. The employee must be available for call-out duty and participate in emergency restoration. The physical office location is the PEC Kyle Office at 1810 W FM150, Kyle, TX 78640. Starting base pay is $29.16, with KPI bonuses and competitive benefits.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Successful completion of Department of Labor-approved Apprenticeship Program requirements for Apprentice Level 1A.
Obtain a valid Texas Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) and maintain a Motor Vehicle Report that complies with PEC policy.
Must not be afraid of heights.
Knowledge of using computer systems, including hardware and software programs, data entry, or information processing.
Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer service.
Time-management skills.
Ability to prioritize and manage changing priorities.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Ability to listen to and understand information verbally and in writing and retain it.
Ability to anticipate, identify, analyze, and resolve conflict and problems.
Ability to meet the described physical demands, including lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, or moving up to 100 pounds.
Must be available for call-out duty and emergency restoration.

Responsibilities

Climb poles and work on de-energized poles and lines.
Develop and maintain familiarity with operating and maintaining boom trucks, diggers, bucket trucks, and various pulling units.
Assist in digging holes and setting poles.
Assist experienced linemen as needed.
Study and complete the training manual.
Attend and successfully complete climbing school within six months of hire.
Participate in and successfully complete scheduled training to progress to Lineman Apprentice 2 status.
Learn and adhere to safety regulations.
Maintain vehicle cleanliness.
Be available for call-out duty and participate in emergency restoration.
Operate equipment and hydraulic tamp.
Prepare materials for projects, including cutouts, arrestors, and transformers.
Load and unload vehicles and prepare vehicles for daily projects.
Clean cover-up materials, and repair, clean, and inspect tools on vehicles.
Assist with material stocking and pulling stock for projects.
Operate PEC vehicles for business purposes in accordance with applicable laws and PEC policies and procedures.
Maintain driver eligibility through an appropriate valid Texas driver's license and a driving record that complies with PEC policy.
Maintain the security of confidential information.
Stay abreast of advances in technology.
Demonstrate regular and prompt attendance.
Perform other related duties as necessary or assigned.