On-site Full-time

City of Garland is hiring a Journeyman Power Line Technician B

About the Role

The City of Garland is seeking a Journeyman Power Line Technician B to join our team at Garland Power & Light (GP&L). In this role, you will be responsible for building and maintaining dependable electric service in the GP&L transmission and distribution service area, including overhead and underground distribution, transmission, substation, and lighting systems.

What You'll Do

  • Repair and replace distribution power lines between generating stations, substations, and customers.
  • Build and maintain transmission, distribution, and substation electric system facilities.
  • Identify, diagnose, and repair system disturbances and abnormalities.
  • Prepare service requests to identify locations and causes of malfunctions.
  • Attend on-site and off-site safety training classes.
  • Perform standby duties and callout assistance after regular working hours.
  • Occasionally travel to remote system facilities.
  • Direct and monitor job tasks, progression, and capability of crew.

What We're Looking For

  • A High School Diploma or GED and 1-2 years of related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience; or the successful completion of a Lineman College course with certification.
  • A valid Class C Texas Driver’s License.
  • A Class A Commercial Driver’s License with Tanker Endorsement or the ability to obtain it within 90 days of hire.
  • Certification as a DOL Apprentice Line Technician.

Work Mode

This position requires onsite work.

The City of Garland is an equal opportunity employer.

Required Skills
Electrical Line ConstructionHigh Voltage SystemsCDL Class AOSHA Safety StandardsElectrical SchematicsPower DistributionTroubleshootingEquipment OperationPreventive MaintenanceFirst Aid/CPR
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City of Garland

Municipal utility provider responsible for power distribution and electrical infrastructure services in Garland, Texas

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Posted 7 months ago