What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lineworker Apprentice 1B position at Pedernales Electric Cooperative?

PHYSICAL OFFICE LOCATION : PEC Marble Falls District Office – 4302 North US 281, Marble Falls, TX 78654

29.16 / hr Starting Base Pay KPI Bonuses 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
Must 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
Maintain the security of confidential information
Stay abreast of advances in technology
Demonstrate regular and prompt attendance
Performs other related duties as necessary or assigned

Supervisory and / or Leadership Responsibilities

None

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Knowledge of using computer systems, which may include 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 and understand information verbally and in writing and retain the information

Ability to anticipate, identify, analyze and resolve conflict and problems

Minimum Qualifications - (Education, Experience)

High School Diploma or equivalent

Successful completion of Department of Labor approved Apprenticeship Program requirements for Apprentice Level 1A

Valid Texas Class A CDL preferred

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee may be required to stand; reach with hands and arms, stoop and kneel

The employee may be required to sit or stand for long periods of time

The employee may be required to lift, carry, push, pull or move up to 100 pounds

The employee may be required to travel

The employee will routinely utilize Personal Protective Equipment

The employee must be available for call out duty and participate in emergency restoration

The employee is frequently exposed to outside weather conditions including wet and humid conditions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud

Exempt employees receive a fixed bi-weekly salary to compensate them for all hours worked during each pay period

This position may be required to work more than 40 hours per week

This description is intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty required of the position given this title and shall not be construed as declaring what the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position shall be. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of management to assign, direct and control the work of employees under supervision. The listing of essential duties and responsibilities shall not be held to exclude other duties that may be assigned based on the needs of the Cooperative.

Position Open Until Filled

Pedernales Electric Cooperative will not discriminate against apprenticeship applicants or apprentices based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), sexual orientation, genetic information, or because they are an individual with a disability or a person 40 years old or older. Pedernales Electric Cooperative will take affirmative action to provide equal opportunity in apprenticeship and will operate the apprenticeship program as required under Title 29 of the Code of Federal Regulations, part 30.

Salary : $78,654

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