Apprentice Powerline Technician

Summary

Responsible for building and maintaining dependable electric service in the GP&L area including overhead, underground, transmission and light system. Also, responsible for installing, removing, and maintaining transmission, distribution and service lines/ equipment.

Pay Range: $25.25 - $40.26 (Depending on qualifications and experience)

Work Schedule: Standard shifts from Monday to Friday 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM

• Rotating On-Call Schedule: The employee on stand-by must be available to respond to work-related emergencies or additional tasks outside of the regular hours (e.g., after 3:30 PM or during weekends).

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Repair and replace T&D power lines between generating stations, substations and customers/owners.

• Build and maintain transmission/distribution electric system facilities.

• Prepare service requests to identify locations and/or causes of malfunctions or problems.

• Attend on-site and off-site safety training classes as scheduled by Training Manager.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (G.E.D.)

• Completion/certification from Lineman Certification Program

Or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job

Preferred Qualifications

Education/ Experience

• 1-4 years’ experience with power line work, construction and transformer loading/banking

• Has successfully completed or is currently enrolled in an accredited Lineman College

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Basic understanding of power line construction methods and practices

• Basic understanding of electric transmission and distribution system operations

• Basic understanding of transformer theory, loading and connectivity

• Skill with office equipment and Microsoft Office

• Ability to work with field crews to ensure safe work practices are followed at all times

Licenses & Certifications

• Valid Class “C” Texas Driver’s License

• Ability to obtain Texas Commercial Driver’s Class “A” w/Tanker Endorsement within 90- days of hire

Physical Tasks & Working Conditions

The incumbent works in an outdoor environment; frequent exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards. Majority of work performed outside at construction sites and/or power line locations.

Why Garland Power & Light?

Do you want to join an organization that offers career growth? Do you want a position that makes an impact on the community? Are you looking for a career, not just another job? If the answer is “Yes,” then apply today!

The City of Garland has a culture of appreciation, development, and growth!

We offer professional development opportunities, tuition reimbursement, a generous pension plan, and a robust benefits package, including medical/dental/vision/life insurance. Garland hosts an annual employee appreciation event and offers an Employee Wellness and Employee Assistance Program.

Garland Power & Light proudly competes in the annual Texas Lineman’s Rodeo! Not only does GP&L encourage participation, but they cover expenses for competitors! Standby personnel are provided take-home vehicles, employees paid training programs, and each Powerline Technician is provided full uniforms/necessary tools at no cost.

• Fire Resistant: jeans, shirts, hooded jacket, jacket, coveralls

• Electrical Hazard: work boots, mud boots

• Personal Protective Equipment: hard hat, work gloves, safety glasses, rubber gloves/sleeves,

• All necessary tools/equipment

If you are ready to join an organization that truly values its employees, apply today!