41.67 / hr Minimum Starting Base Pay
- KPI Bonuses + Competitive Benefits
Qualifications may warrant greater starting base pay within the full pay range. Individual base pay is determined by experience, job-related skills, and relevant education or training.
PEC Oak Hill District Office – 9115 Circle Drive, Austin, TX 78736
Position Summary
This position is responsible for performing duties required in the operation, maintenance, construction and repair of transmission and distribution systems.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Demonstrate mastery and continue duties of Apprentice 1, 2, 3 and 4Construct and maintain overhead and underground electric lines and equipmentInspect existing primary and secondary power lines and substation equipmentCorrect and / or report problems and observed hazardsMaintain and operate vehicles and equipmentInvestigate trouble on lines and locate cause of power outagesMaintain and service, including cleaning and repairing, all tools and equipmentPerform rubber glove work on energized lines from aerial deviceWork on de-energized or grounded lines or equipment, both from the pole or an aerial deviceParticipate in and successfully complete scheduled trainingAssist in the training of othersDemonstrate diligence in learning and adhering to safety regulationsCollect delinquent accountsMust be available for and participate in Call-Out dutyMust be available to work various shiftsResponsible for construction and maintenance of overhead and underground linesMaintain construction standards and acceptable specificationsLead and / or monitor job briefings and tail board meetingsApprove purchasing invoices, work orders and focus on efficiency and cost controlsMaintain a safe and reliable system for members and the general publicMaintain and promote a safe work environment for employeesManage construction project completionParticipate in emergency restoration and call-out dutyUpdate the UC mapping systemParticipate in the process for damage claimsResolve customer complaints and answer customers' questionsProvide employees with guidance in handling difficult or complex problems and in resolving escalated complaints or disputesImplement corporate and departmental policies, procedures and service standards in conjunction with managementDiscuss job performance problems with supervisor to identify causes and issues and work to resolve problemsTeach and instruct employees in job duties and company policies Instruct and supervise subordinates in the absence of the Construction / Service SupervisorInterpret and communicate work procedures and company policies to staffDevelop and review operating proceduresEstablish work priorities and activitiesCoordinate activities with other departmentsConduct and participate in safety meetingsStay abreast of advances in technologyDemonstrate regular and prompt attendancePerforms other related duties as necessary or assignedSupervisory and / or Leadership Responsibilities
A range of leadership activities, training, effectively communicating organizational policies and other information to subordinates, and ensuring that employees have a clear understanding of their responsibilities.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Knowledge of business and management principles including strategic planning, resource allocation, leadership techniques and budgetingKnowledge of using computer systems, which may include setting up and using hardware and software programs, entering data or processing informationKnowledge of principles and processes for providing customer serviceKnowledge of principles of electricity, safety practices and codesKnowledge of electric power industry construction standardsKnowledge of voltage testing equipmentSkilled in monitoring and managing performanceSkilled in establishing and communicating performance expectations and metricsSkilled in time managementSkilled in prioritizing and managing changing prioritiesSkilled in anticipating, identifying, analyzing and resolving conflict and problemsAbility to serve as a positive role model and mentor to assigned apprenticeAbility to communicate effectively verbally and in writingAbility to listen and understand information verbally and in writingAbility to teach employees to set up and disseminate information from various types of voltage testing equipmentAbility to train and teach employees the art of troubleshooting and the safe, timely manner of power restoration; including substation, distribution lines and residential linesMinimum Qualifications - (Education, Experience)
High School Diploma or equivalentSuccessful completion of DOL program requirements for JourneyworkerValid Texas Class A CDLPhysical Demands and Work Environment
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The employee may be required to stand; reach with hands and arms, stoop and kneelThe employee may be required to sit or stand for long periods of timeThe employee may be required to lift, carry, push, pull or move up to 50 poundsThe employee may be required to travelThe employee must be available for call out dutyThe employee will routinely utilize Personal Protective EquipmentThe employee is frequently exposed to outside weather conditions including wet and / or humid conditionsThe noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loudExempt employees receive a fixed bi-weekly salary to compensate them for all hours worked during each pay periodThis position may be required to work more than 40 hours per weekThis description is intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty required of the position given this title and shall not be construed as declaring what the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position shall be. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of management to assign, direct and control the work of employees under supervision. The listing of essential duties and responsibilities shall not be held to exclude other duties that may be assigned based on the needs of the Cooperative.
Position Open Until Filled
Pedernales Electric Cooperative is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
