Transmission Construction Crew Lead (On-Site)

Job No: 499893 FT/PT: Full-time Regular/Project/Seasonal: Regular Location: Austin, TX 78744 City: Austin State: Texas Categories: Operations/Maintenance (Power, Water, Transmission, Telecom), On-site, Construction

LCRA is looking for a Transmission Construction Crew Lead to join our team to help lead construction crews that build the crucial infrastructure of Central Texas! As a leader in our internal substation construction team, you will have the opportunity to travel across Central Texas to various work sites (with travel accommodations provided). You will work under the direction of a Field Supervisor to assist with coordination and supervision of skilled substation construction teams and provide valuable training through on-the-job experiences. This position occasionally requires direct supervision of field construction crews, leading assigned daily tasks with crew of electricians, monitoring progress, and reporting status updates within provided project scope and scheduled duration. With your help, we will set the standard for excellence with public utility electrical and control projects. If you are looking for the opportunity to demonstrate your leadership skills and work your way up in a great company that provides for the local community, with amazing benefits and training and to be part of our mission to enhance the lives of Central Texans, then we want you!

You will be trusted to:

- Oversee daily tasks assigned by Field Supervisors.

- Ensure assigned tasks are performed safely, are high quality, and completed efficiently.

- Actively support Field Supervisors with project oversight and recommendations.

- Provide feedback to Field Supervisor on individual crew member performance.

- Work as subject matter expert to train assigned Electricians (OJT).

- Independently lead small teams on per-project basis.

- Focus on safety.

You qualify with:

- Seven or more years of experience in electrical or mechanical equipment installation, maintenance or repair in a high-voltage environment or transmission line installation, maintenance or repair. A degree(s) in electrical power theory, electronics, instrumentation, controls, industrial or mechanical maintenance or relevant field may be substituted per LCRA guidelines for certain years of experience.

- Class A Texas commercial driver’s license

You are a great fit with:

- Completion of Northwestern Lineman College training curriculum or other Journeyman level apprentice training in electric utility body of knowledge.

- More than four years of field related experience at LCRA.

- More than one year of experience in a formal leadership role with direct reports.

- Successful experience with project-based work.

- Diverse experience or knowledge of different field utility functions including systems controls and protective relaying, substation equipment maintenance, equipment diagnostics and commissioning, project management, substation engineering or design.

You gain:

- Competitive salary & medical, dental, vision and legal insurance

- Paid time off, including time for vacation, sick and family care leave

- 401(k) match up to 8% that includes a student loan 401(k) contribution program option

- Life and disability insurance

- Wellness program including wellness incentive

- Extensive learning & development programs

And more - all to create a compelling and rewarding work environment.

Equal Opportunity Employer

LCRA provides equal employment opportunities and a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at LCRA are based on business need, job requirement and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, or veteran status in accordance with applicable federal and state legal requirements governing nondiscrimination in employment.

LCRA is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants with physical or mental disabilities. Applicants with a disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process can contact LCRA Human Resources (512) 578-4004 or email lcra.benefits@lcra.org. Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis.

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