Technician - Powerlines

This job posting will remain open until 11:59 p.m. on the date listed below. September 17, 2026 We deliver affordable, reliable ELECTRICITY, with a focus on EFFICIENCY and a commitment to ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP. We are dedicated to ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, providing resources and supporting economic growth. Our EMPLOYEES are our greatest asset in meeting our mission to be an Oklahoma Agency of Excellence.

GRDA is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Lineman Apprentice - Power lines at its Transmission Headquarters location near Pryor OK. The position is responsible for, but not limited to, performing transmission and distribution high-voltage work required of an Apprentice Lineman in transmission and distribution of electric service to the GRDA customers located throughout northeast Oklahoma.

Installs, maintains and repairs high-voltage transmission and distribution lines and related equipment. Must be able to work safely in extreme weather conditions for extended hours during emergency outages and other situations. Repair or replace equipment and hardware associated with high-voltage transmission and distribution electric service including poles, cross-arms, insulators, x-braces, grounding, transformers etc. Follow NESC and IEEE guidelines for installation of transmission and distribution poles and conductor.

Must be familiar with rules and guidelines to install high voltage equipment safely and correctly. Secure equipment and materials needed to complete a project and obtain material through the GRDA warehouse using the correct project codes and work order numbers. Help ensure all projects are performed in a safe manner in accordance with GRDA, NESC and other governing rules and regulations.

Work with other GRDA divisions, departments and crews in maintaining all aspects of GRDA electrical transmission/distribution system. Coordinate with other crafts on logistics and assigned projects. Must always conduct activities and performance in a professional manner with other GRDA departments and customers. Responsible for assigned preventive and corrective work orders generated through GRDA’s asset management program. Required to be on call, available for extended hours of the workday and available for callouts after normal working hours.

Other duties as assigned.

Safely operate equipment and vehicles including, but not limited to, aerial lifts, line trucks, cranes, back hoes, trenching machinery, utility vehicles, tractors, and other mobile equipment used in the construction and maintenance of high-voltage transmission/distribution electric industry. Must be able to carry and operate a fire extinguisher, swiftly evacuate areas if necessary, and wear all required PPE (hardhat, FR clothing, steel toe shoes, safety glasses, safety goggles, hearing protection, fall protection).

Must complete all required web-based, textbook, and instructor led training courses. Must be able to safely perform work as assigned and provide oversight of crew’s adherence to safety protocol. Must be capable of methodical analysis of complex high-voltage troubleshooting. Must have strong work ethic and clean safety record.

High school diploma. One (1) year of experience in high-voltage electric transmission and distribution preferred.

Valid Oklahoma driver’s license, or the ability to convert within 30 days for those with an out of state driver’s license that are an Oklahoma resident. Must have a valid Class A CDL driver's license with no restrictions or obtain within 1-2 years in position, depending on state requirement. Must have OSHA 10 certificate or obtain certificate within 6 months after employment.

Must obtain a GRDA switchman certificate and obtain certified clearance holder certificate from GRDA’s System Operations. Arc Flash Training and other training to be completed as required by GRDA policy. Must complete study of Crane Operator Certificate (GRDA will furnish training as required).

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