Electric Lineworker I

Job Title:

Electric Lineworker I Department:

Electric Location:

City of Boerne, Texas Salary Range:

$37.03 -$46.28

DOQ Hourly Job Description:

The role overview responsible for performing diversified work, such as constructing, installing, and maintaining underground and overhead electric distribution systems at all voltages.

Key Responsibilities:

Assists in the installation and maintenance of overhead and underground electrical distribution systems and secondary services, including climbing utility poles to install and/or repair transformers, meters, switching systems, and streetlights. Operates all departmental equipment utilized in the installation and maintenance of the electrical system, such as bucket truck, digger derrick, pole truck, and other large trucks. Attends in-house electric education and training seminars. Cut brush and trims trees to maintain the existing right-of-way. Assists in maintaining departmental vehicles and equipment. Keeps records of work performed and prepares reports as required. Stocks work truck with supplies. Responds appropriately to customer inquiries, complaints, and requests for information. Serves as essential emergency personnel when required. Regular and prompt attendance is an essential function of the position. Performs such other duties as may be required.

Qualifications:

Education:

High school diploma or Possess GED, plus at least two years of experience as a groundman or any equivalent combination of experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Knowledge of:

construction practices, tools, and materials used in the electrical field and techniques and safety practices involved in installation and maintenance of electric distribution systems; electric, hydraulic, and mechanical fundamentals; electronics; and mathematical applications. Skill/Ability to : read maps, interpret map logic, and understand electric diagrams; demonstrate proficiency in both oral and written communication; work under prolonged periods of stress due to the hazards of electricity; identify and choose among several alternative solutions for situations that change occasionally; climb poles to make necessary repairs; interpret and apply established rules, regulations, and requirements; establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers and the general public; be constantly aware of safety hazards; apply safety practices and principles in reporting and preventing accidents; tolerate outside working conditions, including exposure to adverse weather conditions; and maintain Texas driver's license applicable to job responsibilities and good driving record.

Safety/Physical Requirements :

Tasks require individual to be consistently alert to, and aware of safety hazards; apply safety practices and principles in reporting and preventing accidents; tolerate outside working conditions, including exposure to adverse weather conditions; the ability to work under prolonged periods of stress due to the hazards of electricity; climb poles to make necessary repairs; bending, stooping, lifting or carrying a force equal to 50 lbs.

Certifications & Licenses Required:

Appropriate valid Texas Class C driver's license. Texas Class A or B CDL preferred.

Application Process:

Submit resume, cover letter, and application form. Initial phone/video screening interview. In-person interview with hiring manager and staff. Skills assessment (if applicable). Final interview and reference check. Job offer to selected candidate.

Special Benefits & Perks:

Medical, Dental, & Vision - 100% Paid by the city for the employee, option to add dependents. (City pays 42% for dependents, medical only.) Short-Term and Long -Term Disability Vacation/ Sick paid days off Holidays Paid Retirement plan - 14% City Contribution Workers Compensation Insurance & 100% salary indemnity

Application Timeline:

The hiring process generally takes 2 to 4 weeks from application submission to offer. Join our team and help foster a community of learning and engagement in Boerne! The City of Boerne is an equal-opportunity employer. Zyz0CfmisD