Power Line Technician

City of Garland

3d

About The Position

Responsible for building and maintaining dependable electric service in the GP&L transmission and distribution service area, including overhead and underground distribution, transmission, substations, and lighting systems. Installs, removes, and maintains transmission, distribution, substation, and service line equipment.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED and 1–2 years of related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to perform the essential functions; or successful completion of a Lineman College course with certification.
• Valid Class C Texas Driver’s License.
• Class A Commercial Driver’s License with Tanker Endorsement, or the ability to obtain it within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Repair and replace distribution power lines between generating stations, substations, and customers/owners.
• Build and maintain transmission, distribution, and substation electric system facilities.
• Identify, diagnose, and repair system disturbances and abnormalities.
• Prepare service requests to identify locations and/or causes of malfunctions or problems.
• Attend on-site and off-site safety training classes.
• Perform standby duties and provide callout assistance after regular working hours.
• Occasionally travel to remote system facilities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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