Military SkillBridge Internship / Electrician Substation & Transmission (Various Locations)

About the role

Oncor Electric Delivery Company LLC is a regulated electricity transmission and distribution business headquartered in Dallas. They operate the largest transmission and distribution system in Texas, serving nearly 4 million homes and businesses with over 143,000 miles of lines. Oncor actively recruits veterans from the U.S. Armed Forces, offering internships that provide real-world training and valuable experience in their operations.

Responsibilities

• Install, repair, and maintain transmission and distribution circuit breakers, synchronous condensers, transformers, air/load break switches, switchboards, foundations, structures, buses, controls, conduit systems, switchgear and other electrical and electronic equipment.
• Analyze and correct malfunctions of all types of electrical and electronic equipment.
• Perform work near or on energized equipment using live line tools, rubber gloves, or approved bare hand techniques.
• Operate and maintain various types of line switches.
• May perform switching and tagging orders to clear equipment for Transmission Grid Controllers.
• Direct the work of others in accordance with the Oncor safety handbook.
• Develop written procedures for use by other craft employees to help ensure that construction and maintenance activities are conducted safely without unnecessary system exposure, customer or facility interruption.
• Maintain a knowledge growth and skills development mindset in an effort to continually improve individual and team performance.
• Assist in the training of new employees and reinforces strong work practices with veteran employees.
• Adhere to corporate core values.
• Build and sustain relationships with other employees to nurture a strong work environment.
• Maintain a high level of quality control to exhibit excellent workmanship.
• Plan work in an efficient and economical manner to support district budget expectations.
• Prepare and process documents to maintain equipment records and database information.
• Operate machinery and maintains license and/or certifications where necessary.
• Diversity by learning the bulk power system within the district and may patrol/repair lines, particularly in storm situations.

Requirements

Candidates must be active-duty military personnel in the last 180 days of service to qualify. Must possess a valid driver's license (Class A license with a CDL endorsement preferred). 4 or more years of experience in electrical wiring. Associates in Electronics/Electrical Power preferred. Personal computer skills are a plus.