The City of Bryan Electric Utility Department, Bryan Texas Utilities (BTU), is accepting applications for Lineman at the entry Apprentice level or as an experienced Journeyman Lineman.
*Hiring Pay Rate*
Starts at $22.
64/hour as Apprentice
(Those w/Lineman experience will come in higher depending on years of experience)
*Work Schedule*
Monday-Friday; 7am-3:30pm
Some after hours & standby
*Job Summary*
Performs overhead and underground electric line construction and maintenance for Bryan Texas Utilities (BTU).
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to climbing poles, working from an aerial lift, driving trucks, operating equipment, and loading/unloading materials.
*Essential Job Functions*
* Performs high and low voltage line duties involved in the construction and maintenance of electric transmission, underground and distribution conductors, structures and equipment.
* Installs, operates and maintains overhead and underground facilities according to BTU standards and the National Electric Safety Code (NESC).
* Works with wiring diagrams and blueprints as related to transmission and distribution construction and maintenance.
* Uses electric line construction equipment to include, but not limited to, stringing equipment, backhoes, derrick diggers, material handlers and trucks.
* Efficiently and safely performs line work on a pole or in an aerial lift truck.
* Troubleshoots electric customer service problems, distribution and transmission problems as part of a crew.
* Performs electrical work under the direct supervision of a Lead Lineman.
* Loads and unloads material.
* Learns and displays a working knowledge of work rules and safety practices.
* Responds with sound judgment to unusual and hazardous circumstances.
* Maintains responsibility for verifying the condition of all vehicles, equipment and tools provided for use in the performance of work.
* Trains and participates with crew of line technicians, line apprentices, ground helpers and other workers engaged in electric transmission and overhead and underground distribution work activities.
* Represents BTU in a manner conducive to good public relations.
* Assists with recordkeeping and maintains a log of work assigned/performed (hours broken down into specific categories).
* Performs other duties as assigned.
*Minimum Qualifications*
*Apprentice Requirements:*
* Requires a High School Diploma/GED.
* Work experience in electrical construction, maintenance or repair of electrical/electronic equipment, or other labor/skilled trades experience is preferred.
* Must be able to progress successfully through a four-year apprentice training program.
Depending on experience/training, applicants may come in at a higher level within the apprentice program.
* After successful completion of the apprentice program, the Apprentice Lineman shall be advanced to the position of Journeyman Lineman.
*Journeyman Requirements:*
* Requires a High School Diploma/GED.
* Must possess at least three (3) years of work experience as a Lineman performing overhead/underground electric line construction.
*Licenses, Certifications & Special Requirements*
* Requires at minimum a Texas Class C driver’s license with a good driving record as measured by the City’s evaluation system.
Must be able to obtain a Texas Class A commercial driver’s license within 180 days of employment.
* Residence must be within 30-minute response time.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $22.
64 per hour
Benefits:
* 401(k)
* 401(k) matching
* AD&D insurance
* Dental insurance
* Disability insurance
* Employee assistance program
* Employee discount
* Employee stock purchase plan
* Flexible spending account
* Health insurance
* Health savings account
* Life insurance
* On-the-job training
* Paid time off
* Professional development assistance
* Retirement plan
* Tuition reimbursement
* Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
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