Underground Lineman

Centuri Group, Inc.•Abilene, TX

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Centuri Group is seeking an Underground (UG) Lineman to perform skilled construction, maintenance, and repair work on underground electrical distribution systems. The role involves installing, splicing, terminating, and troubleshooting underground cables, transformers, and related electrical equipment, with a focus on safety, quality, and reliability. The job site is within 30 miles of Abilene, Texas, and employees must be able to commute there daily. The company does not provide per diem, housing, or travel reimbursement. The work is performed outdoors, potentially in extreme weather, and includes manual labor and work near heavy equipment. Worksite safety instructions are written and spoken in English, and applicants must be fluent in English. Candidates must pass required drug screens, provide valid U.S. work authorization documents for E-Verify, meet background-check requirements, hold a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record, and pass a pre-employment medical fit-for-duty test and hold or obtain a DOT medical card. This is a DOT-regulated, safety-sensitive role.

Requirements

At least 2 years of experience working on underground service work and distribution facilities.
Ability to splice, terminate, and install underground electrical systems.
Working knowledge of electrical theory, safety practices, and underground construction standards.
Experience operating and maintaining underground tools, equipment, and testing devices.
Ability to read and understand construction drawings, maps, and work orders.
Strong commitment to safety, teamwork, and quality workmanship.
Valid Class A CDL or ability to obtain one.
Physical ability to work outdoors in varying conditions and perform manual labor tasks.
Ability to commute to the job site daily; no per diem, housing, or travel reimbursement is provided.
Fluency in English, as worksite safety instructions are written and spoken in English.
Pass pre-employment, random, post-accident, and reasonable-suspicion drug screens.
Provide valid U.S. work authorization documents for E-Verify and obtain satisfactory pre-employment background-check results.
Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
Pass a pre-employment medical fit-for-duty test and hold or obtain a DOT medical card.

Nice To Haves

Completion of an approved Lineman Apprenticeship Program.
Experience with both primary and secondary underground systems.
CPR/First Aid certification.
OSHA 10- or 30-hour training.

Responsibilities

Construct, maintain, and repair underground electrical distribution and service facilities.
Install conduit, transformers, switches, and other underground system components.
Splice, terminate, and test underground cables in accordance with specifications and safety standards.
Locate faults and troubleshoot and repair underground circuits and equipment.
Operate and maintain tools and equipment such as cable pullers, hydraulic presses, and testing instruments.
Read and interpret blueprints, maps, and work orders to ensure proper installation and system integrity.
Coordinate with crews and foremen to complete work safely, efficiently, and within project timelines.
Maintain accurate records of work performed and materials used.
Perform duties in accordance with OSHA regulations, company safety policies, and industry standards.