Journeyman Lineman

Journeyman Lineman – Electric Utility Distribution $45-$50/hr + Overtime and Per Diem for qualifying work Location: Selma / San Antonio / South-Central Texas Company: KGI Utility Solutions Employment Type: Full-Time / with advancement opportunities Industry: Electric Utility Distribution Employer Paid Medical, Dental & Vision KGI Utility Solutions is hiring an experienced Journeyman Lineman to support electric utility distribution construction, maintenance, troubleshooting, switching, and storm restoration throughout South-Central Texas. This is an electric utility distribution position — not telecommunications. We are looking for a safety-focused journeyman with hands-on experience working overhead and underground distribution systems, energized lines, transformers, switching equipment, and utility construction equipment. What You'll Do As a Journeyman Lineman with KGI Utility Solutions, you will: Build, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair overhead and underground electric distribution systems Perform energized line work in accordance with KGI and client safety procedures Perform distribution switching operations safely and accurately Install, maintain, and troubleshoot transformers, reclosers, TripSavers, regulators, capacitors, sectionalizing equipment, and associated distribution equipment Perform pole changeouts, framing, conductor installation, service work, and distribution system upgrades Operate bucket trucks, digger derricks, trenchers, backyard machines, and other electric utility equipment Troubleshoot outages and assist with fault isolation and power restoration Support emergency response, storm restoration, and mutual-aid assignments Conduct job briefings, tailboards, and hazard assessments before beginning work Follow utility construction standards, specifications, and safe-work practices Inspect and properly maintain tools, PPE, vehicles, and utility equipment Help train, mentor, and develop apprentice linemen and groundmen Represent KGI Utility Solutions professionally when working with customers and utility clients What We're Looking For Required Qualifications DOL Journeyman Lineman Certification Successful completion of a Department of Labor-approved Journeyman Lineman apprenticeship program Minimum 3+ years of electric utility distribution experience as a Journeyman Lineman Experience performing energized electric distribution work Experience with overhead distribution construction and maintenance Valid Texas Class A CDL with clean MVR Valid DOT Medical Certificate High school diploma or equivalent Ability to read and interpret electric utility construction standards and switching procedures Ability to safely operate utility line equipment and vehicles OSHA 10 certification or ability to obtain within the first 90 days of employment Ability to successfully complete required pre-employment screening and fit-for-duty requirements Preferred Experience We're especially interested in candidates with experience in: Overhead and underground electric distribution Municipal, cooperative, or investor-owned utility systems Hot-line / energized work methods Distribution switching Transformer installation and troubleshooting Reclosers, regulators, capacitors, TripSavers, and sectionalizing equipment Underground troubleshooting and fault locating Distribution automation and grid modernization Storm restoration and mutual aid Apprentice and groundman mentorship Work Environment This is a hands-on field position supporting electric utility operations throughout South-Central Texas. Journeyman Linemen must be able to: Work outdoors in heat, humidity, rain, and storm conditions Climb poles and work safely from elevated positions and aerial devices Lift, carry, push, or pull up to 75 pounds Work around energized electric distribution equipment Travel throughout the South-Central Texas region as needed Respond to storm restoration and emergency call-outs Work overtime, nights, weekends, and holidays when required Successfully complete annual hurt-man rescue and required safety training Wear and properly use all required PPE and safety equipment Why KGI Utility Solutions? At KGI Utility Solutions, experienced lineworkers are an important part of building a safe, dependableelectric utility operation. Our benefits include: Employer-paid Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage HSA with employer contribution 401(k) with employer match Per diem for qualifying work Optional Life and Disability coverage Ongoing safety and technical training Opportunities for advancement Storm restoration and emergency response opportunities A growing electric utility organization where experienced linemen can make an impact #J-18808-Ljbffr Northwest Iowa Community College