Electric Utility Ground Worker

7 days ago


Robstown, Texas, United States Nueces Electric Cooperative (NEC) Full time
Job Overview

We are seeking a highly motivated Electric Utility Ground Worker - Apprentice Trainee to join our team at Nueces Electric Cooperative (NEC). This is an excellent opportunity for individuals who are passionate about making a positive impact on our members and communities while helping us deliver reliable, cost-effective electric service.

Job Summary

This position will perform the preparatory work and tasks supporting lineman following safe working procedures, rules and regulations. The selected individual will advance through the Apprentice Lineman Program (4-year program) governed and certified by the U.S. Department of Labor.

Responsibilities
  • Perform construction and maintenance work, including manual labor tasks such as loading material, digging ditches, hydraulic tamping, cutting brush, climbing poles, and moving materials.
  • Assist Journey Line Worker with framing poles, loading poles and transformers on trucks and trailers, stock material on trucks, and ensure that trucks are fueled and clean.
  • Prepare tools and equipment for Journey Line Worker on job sites and perform any tasks assigned.
Requirements
  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • Must have valid Commercial Class A License
  • Must have experience working outdoors and in extreme weather conditions
  • Must be self-motivated and mechanically inclined
  • Must be able to work nights, weekends, holidays, irregular hours
  • Must reside within 30 minutes from assigned base of operation
  • Must have worked with electrical circuitry, lines, and equipment
  • Must be able to work with mathematical concepts such as the fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry
Compensation and Benefits

The estimated annual salary for this position is around $45,000-$60,000 depending on experience. Additionally, Nueces Electric Cooperative (NEC) offers a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive pay, paid time off, and opportunities for career growth and development.

Nueces Electric Cooperative (NEC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.



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