Lineworker Apprentice 1B

Physical Office Location: PEC Liberty Hill Office – 10625 W Hwy 29, Liberty Hill, TX 76842

Pay

$31.26 Starting Base Pay + KPI Bonuses + Competitive Benefits

Benefits

Competitive Benefits

Position Summary

This position is responsible for performing duties required in the operation, maintenance, construction and repair of transmission and distribution systems.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Climb poles and work on de‑energized poles and lines
• Develop and maintain familiarity with the operation and maintenance of the boom truck, digger and bucket truck and various pulling units
• Assist in digging holes and setting poles
• Assist experienced Linemen as needed
• Study and complete training manual
• Attend and successfully complete climbing school within six months of hire date
• Participate in and successfully complete training as scheduled in order to progress to Lineman Apprentice 2 status
• Demonstrate diligence in learning and adhering to safety regulations
• Maintain cleanliness of the vehicle
• Be available for call‑out duty
• Operate equipment and hydraulic tamp
• Prepare materials for each project including cutouts, arrestors and transformers
• Load and unload vehicles
• Prepare vehicles for daily projects
• Clean cover‑up materials, repair, clean and inspect tools on the vehicles
• Assist with material stocking, pulling of stock for projects
• Must not be afraid of heights
• Operate PEC vehicle(s) for business purposes in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local law and PEC policies and procedures
• Maintain driver eligibility through a valid Texas driver’s license and driving record in accordance with PEC policy
• Maintain the security of confidential information
• Stay abreast of advances in technology
• Demonstrate regular and prompt attendance
• Perform other related duties as necessary or assigned

Supervisory and/or Leadership Responsibilities

None

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of using computer systems, including setting up and using hardware and software programs, entering data or processing information
• Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer service
• Skilled in time management
• Skilled in prioritizing and managing changing priorities
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
• Ability to listen, understand, and retain information presented verbally and in writing
• Ability to anticipate, identify, analyze, and resolve conflict and problems

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Successful completion of Department of Labor‑approved Apprenticeship Program requirements for Apprentice Level 1A
• Obtain a valid Texas Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) and Motor Vehicle Report that comply with PEC policy

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Stand; reach with hands and arms, stoop and kneel
• Sit or stand for long periods of time
• Lift, carry, push, pull or move up to 100 pounds
• Travel as required
• Routinely utilize personal protective equipment
• Be available for call‑out duty and participate in emergency restoration
• Frequent exposure to outside weather conditions, including wet and humid conditions
• Noise level is usually moderate to loud
• Exempt employees receive a fixed bi‑weekly salary to compensate them for all hours worked during each pay period
• May be required to work more than 40 hours per week