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City of Garland · 1 day ago

Journeyman Powerline Technician

Garland, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$43.47/hr - $51/hr

4+ years exp

City of Garland is responsible for providing dependable electric service in the GP&L area. They are seeking a Journeyman Powerline Technician to build and maintain transmission and distribution power lines, diagnose system disturbances, and ensure safety practices are followed.

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Responsibilities

Repair and replace distribution power lines between generating stations, substations and customers/owners

Build and maintain transmission/distribution power lines within the Garland Power & Light utility system. facilities

Identify, diagnose and repair system disturbances and abnormalities

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

Direct and monitor job tasks, progression and capability of crew

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

Compile paperwork for WFM and Engineering

Standby duties and callout assistance after regular working hours

Occasional travel to remote system facilities

Continuation occupational training

Qualification

Power line constructionElectric transmission operationsTransformer theoryDOL Apprentice Line TechnicianTexas Driver’s LicenseCommercial Driver’s LicenseMicrosoft OfficeField crew collaborationProblem identification

Required

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

4 years' experience in construction and transformer loading/banking

Or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job or the successful completion of a Lineman College course with certification

General knowledge of power line construction methods and practices

General knowledge of electric transmission and distribution system operations

General knowledge of transformer theory, loading and connectivity

Skill with office equipment and Microsoft Office

Ability to identify system operating problems

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

Valid Class “C” Texas Driver's License

Able to obtain a Texas Commercial Driver's License Class “A” w/Tanker Endorsement within 90-days

Certification as DOL Apprentice Line Technician