Lineman- Transmissions (Lubbock, TX)

Job Description

Job Title: Lineman- Transmissions

Reports to: Crew Foreman- Transmissions

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Work Schedule: Full Time

Position Summary

The Transmission Lineman is responsible for the installation, maintenance, and repair of high-voltage electrical transmission systems. This role requires extensive experience, a strong commitment to safety, and the ability to work in various outdoor environments, often in challenging weather conditions. The Transmission Lineman works under the direction of the Transmission Crew Foreman to complete tasks efficiently while ensuring compliance with company standards and safety regulations.

To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily.

Essential Functions

 Installation & Maintenance: Install, maintain, and repair high-voltage transmission lines, equipment, and structures, including towers, poles, insulators, conductors, and other electrical components.

 Climbing & Working at Heights: Climb transmission towers and poles or operate aerial lift trucks to perform work at elevated heights, following all safety protocols.

 Troubleshooting & Repairs: Identify, troubleshoot, and repair faults and outages in high-voltage transmission systems, using testing equipment to ensure proper voltage and functionality.

 Safety Compliance: Strictly adhere to safety protocols, including the use of personal protective equipment (PPE), maintaining minimum approach distances, and following company and regulatory safety guidelines for high-voltage work.

 Equipment Operation: Operate heavy equipment, tools, and machinery such as bucket trucks, digger derricks, crimping tools, tensioners, and pullers for transmission line work.

 Wire & Cable Work: String, splice, and connect high-voltage wires and cables, perform terminations on transmission lines, and work with conductor bundles.

 Communication: Communicate effectively with the Transmission Crew Foreman and other crew members to ensure clear understanding and execution of tasks.

 Documentation: Maintain accurate records of work performed, materials used, and any issues encountered.

Other Functions

 Participate in training sessions to enhance skills and knowledge of high-voltage transmission systems, safety practices, and equipment operation.

 Assist with other tasks and projects as directed by the Transmission Crew Foreman.

 Work collaboratively with team members to complete assignments efficiently.

Position Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED required.

Valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) required.

Experience & Skills

 Minimum of 3+ years of experience as a lineman working on high-voltage transmission lines is required; 5 years of experience and completion of a U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) lineman apprenticeship program preferred.

 Proficient in reading and interpreting blueprints, electrical schematics, and work orders.

 Strong knowledge of high-voltage electrical transmission systems, safety regulations, and best practices.

 Ability to climb poles/towers and work at elevated heights for extended periods.

 Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively under pressure.

Physical Requirements

N (Not Applicable) Activity is not applicable to this position.

O (Occasionally) Position requires this activity up to 33% of the time

F (Frequently) Position requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time

C (Constantly) Position requires this activity more than 66% of the time

Activity

Frequency

Stand

Constant (C)

Walk

Frequently (F)

Sit

Occasionally (O)

Climb Poles/Towers

Frequently (F)

Kneel/Squat

Frequently (F)

Grasp

Constant (C)

Lift/Carry Heavy Objects

Frequently (F)

Work Environment

This position operates primarily outdoors at various transmission job sites, requiring exposure to different weather conditions, including extreme heat, cold, rain, or snow. The role involves working at significant heights on transmission towers, around high-voltage electrical systems, and in rugged terrain, making safety awareness and adherence to protocols essential. Frequent travel between job sites is required.

The company has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions have been included. It is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by management. This document does not represent a contract of employment, and the company reserves the right to change this job description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform, as the company may deem appropriate.