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Pedernales Electric Cooperative Lineworker Apprentice 1A in Austin, Texas
Lineworker Apprentice 1A
Austin, TX, US, 78736
PHYSICAL OFFICE LOCATION: 9115 Circle Drive, Austin, TX 78736
$26.46 Minimum Starting Base Pay* + KPI Bonuses + Competitive Benefits
Qualifications may warrant greater starting base pay within the full pay range. Individual base pay is determined by experience, job-related skills, and relevant education or training.
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
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 Apprentice 1B status
Demonstrate diligence in learning and adhering to safety regulations
Maintain cleanliness of the vehicle
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
Ability to 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
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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 anticipate, identify, analyze and resolve conflict and problems
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
Ability to listen and understand information verbally and in writing
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Minimum Qualifications - (Education, Experience)
High School Diploma or equivalent
Obtain a valid Texas Class A CDL within first six months of employment
Valid Driver’s License
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 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 is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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