Lineman jobs in Austin, TX

Lineman constructs, maintains, and repairs overhead and underground transmission lines. Performs site preparation tasks, including digging holes or trenches, installing anchors, climbing poles, and using equipment like digger derricks, aerial lifts, pulling and tensioning equipment, forklifts, and dump trucks. Being a Lineman installs wire and cable. Follows all safety regulations and procedures. Additionally, Lineman work is performed outdoors in all weather conditions. Typically requires a high school diploma or equivalent. Requires a valid Driver's License. Typically reports to a supervisor. The Lineman works under moderate supervision. Gaining or has attained full proficiency in a specific area of discipline. To be a Lineman typically requires 1-3 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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OHE Lineman A
  • MasTec Utility Services
  • Austin, TX FULL_TIME
  • Overview

    Company Summary

    MasTec Utility Services delivers critical infrastructure construction and engineering services for power delivery, gas, and water customers, specializing in overhead and underground electric distribution for power delivery systems, gas distribution construction for gas systems, and turnkey solutions for a variety of water, sewer, and civil infrastructure projects. Backed by the strength of eight decades of experience, exceptional industry skills, and a deep commitment to our core values, we continually strive to innovate, uplevel our abilities, and provide extraordinary value to our clients.

     

    MasTec Utility Services Company is a subsidiary of MasTec, a certified Minority-Controlled Company by the National Minority Supplier Development Council (NMSDC).

     

    Job Summary

    The OHE Lineman A assists Journeyman Lineman and the Foreman while in training and learning the trade. Responsible for performing diversified work related to the construction and maintenance of poles, power lines, auxiliary facilities, and equipment for the distribution of electricity. Sets a good example for newer apprentices by always following and teaching safe practices. This position supports the Line team and works with other personnel from the department.

    Responsibilities

    • Construct, maintain, and inspect transmission and distribution of electrical or power lines.
    • Provide technical skills needed for the operation and maintenance of reliable electrical services for the consumer, completing jobs with quality and timeliness.
    • Provide for connecting and disconnecting, installing and removal, moving and transferring of various electrical devices on customer facilities, i.e. transformers, transformer banks, regulators, switches, switching devices, capacitor banks, etc.
    • Route or reroute power lines over, under, or around existing lines and structures.
    • Inspect and/or remove power lines that are damaged.
    • Assist in carrying poles, digging holes, and other such operations involved in setting or replacing poles.
    • Perform line switching or sectionalizing, as directed.
    • Assist in on-the-job training of apprentices and other crew members in maintenance and construction of power lines.
    • Responsible for timely submission of all Apprentice Program required documentation.
    • May troubleshoot electrical problems on customer equipment.
    • Drive bucket truck to jobsite and maintain truck stock.
    • Investigate consumer complaints and make repairs to energized electrical distribution lines, as needed.
    • Perform other duties as required and/or assigned.

    Qualifications

    Minimum

    • High school diploma, or equivalent.
    • 3 years of lineman experience.
    • Valid Class A CDL is required.

    Preferred

    • 5 or more years of experience.
    • OSHA 10 Certification.

    Physical Demands and Work Environment 

    This job operates in a field environment. This role routinely requires extended periods of bending, squatting, climbing, kneeling, pushing, pulling, lifting, lifting in awkward positions, standing, and twisting. Also, working in inclement weather conditions, such as extreme heat, extreme cold, rain, ice, snow, and wind.  

     

    The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. This position is physically active, with lifting required. Must be able to bend and lift and carry up to 50 pounds. Clarity of vision at 20 feet or more or 20 inches or less, with the ability to judge distance and space relationships. Precise hand-eye coordination. Ability to identify and distinguish colors. 

     

    Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. The Company reserves the right to revise or change the job duties as the need arises. Management reserves the right to change the description, duties, or work schedules to accommodate individuals with disabilities.  

     

    Benefits available include Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability and Life insurance, a 401k plan and Employee Stock Purchase plan. MasTec is a publicly traded company MTZ (NYSE).

     

    Equal Employment Opportunity: 

    The Company’s policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, national origin, ethnicity, sex, gender, sexual orientation, religion, marital status, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law and EEOC regulations. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.

  • 10 Days Ago

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OHE Lineman A
  • MasTec Inc
  • Austin, TX FULL_TIME
  • Overview Company Summary MasTec Utility Services delivers critical infrastructure construction and engineering services for power delivery, gas, and water customers, specializing in overhead and under...
  • 12 Days Ago

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Transmission Lineman
  • Southeast Power Corporation
  • Bastrop, TX FULL_TIME
  • Position Summary: The Journeyman Lineman (transmission) is a skilled position in the construction, maintenance & repair of overhead electrical transmission systems. This position works in various loca...
  • 2 Months Ago

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Aerial Lineman-Laborers-Groundhand
  • B Robinson Inc.
  • Austin, TX FULL_TIME
  • B Robinson Inc. is a rapidly expanding local company specializing in aerial line work. We are currently seeking dedicated and motivated individuals for Aerial Lineman/Laborer/Groundhands roles. Our te...
  • 17 Days Ago

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A Lineman - Overhead (Oncor)
  • Candidate Experience site
  • Austin, TX FULL_TIME
  • Position Overview: The Class A Lineman is a skilled position in the construction, maintenance and repair of electrical overhead distribution systems. This position works at various locations and may a...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Aerial Lineman- Communications
  • Primoris Services Corporation
  • Hutto, TX FULL_TIME
  • We have immediate openings for an Aerial Communications Lineman, to place Aerial Strand, Cables and ALL associated with Aerial Construction. Willing to be on-call rotation to assist their team. We are...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Diesel Mechanic
  • BuildSubmarines.com
  • Austin, TX
  • Great company. Great people. Great opportunities. As a Diesel Mechanic (Service Tech II) at United Rentals, you'll use y...
  • 3/18/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Diesel Mechanic
  • BuildSubmarines.com
  • Cedar Park, TX
  • Great company. Great people. Great opportunities. As a Diesel Mechanic (Service Tech II) at United Rentals, you'll use y...
  • 3/18/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Field Service Technician
  • AMERICAN REPAIR MAINTENANCE LLC
  • Austin, TX
  • Job Description Job Description American Repair Maintenance Field Service Technician Austin, TX American Repair Maintena...
  • 3/18/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Overhead Distribution Lineman A
  • MasTec Utility Services
  • Austin, TX
  • Overview: Company Summary MasTec Utility Services delivers critical infrastructure construction and engineering services...
  • 3/18/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Diesel Mechanic
  • BuildSubmarines.com
  • San Marcos, TX
  • Great company. Great people. Great opportunities. If you'd like the chance to make your mark with the world's largest eq...
  • 3/18/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Field Diesel Mechanic
  • BuildSubmarines.com
  • Buda, TX
  • Great company. Great people. Great opportunities. If you'd like the chance to make your mark with the world's largest eq...
  • 3/18/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Technician Specialist / Diesel Mechanic
  • Bronwick LLC
  • Buda, TX
  • Bronwick LLC works to find great candidates for companies we admire. We are currently searching for a Technician who wil...
  • 3/16/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Field Diesel Mechanic
  • BuildSubmarines.com
  • Austin, TX
  • Great company. Great people. Great opportunities. If you'd like the chance to make your mark with the world's largest eq...
  • 3/14/2024 12:00:00 AM

Austin is the capital of the U.S. state of Texas and the seat of Travis County, with portions extending into Hays and Williamson counties. It is the 11th-most populous city in the United States and the 4th-most populous city in Texas. It is also the fastest growing large city in the United States, the second most populous state capital after Phoenix, Arizona, and the southernmost state capital in the contiguous United States. As of the U.S. Census Bureau's July 1, 2017 estimate, Austin had a population of 950,715 up from 790,491 at the 2010 census. The city is the cultural and economic center ...
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Income Estimation for Lineman jobs
$86,623 to $96,718
Austin, Texas area prices
were up 1.2% from a year ago

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