Power Transmission Lineman - TX

Mortenson is currently seeking a Transmission Lineman responsible for safely supporting electrical crews and Journeymen by assisting with material handling, assembling and dismantling transmission equipment and structures, preparing work areas, and maintaining clean and organized machines and work spaces.

• Complete Job Task Safety Analyses (JTSA) as required
• Perform wire stringing, sagging, clipping, and dead-ending of conductors
• Work safely on live distribution systems, including during hot and dead hours
• Properly ground conductors and establish an Equipotential Workzone
• Climb and descend various pole types to replace cross arms, transformers, and repair conductors
• Set structures, complete framing, and support work across a range of distribution systems
• Operate bucket trucks, digger derricks, and other related equipment
• Provide leadership during on-call rotations and act in the Crew Foreman’s absence
• Read and interpret maps, specifications, staking sheets, and complex diagrams; maintain up-to-date knowledge of equipment and OSHA regulations
• Demonstrate strong understanding of first aid, safety procedures, line materials, tools, and proper work techniques
• Work collaboratively with diverse teams, exercise sound judgment, and consistently follow safe work practices
• Perform Pole Top Rescue and Bucket Truck Rescue as required
• Assist with training and development of Groundmen
• Lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 lbs.
• Work under close supervision following standard instructions and established procedures
• Perform other duties as assigned

• 5-6+ years of experience in distribution line work preferred
• Current driver’s license required
• CDL and Crane license is a plus
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety regulations, operation and maintenance instructions, blueprints, schematic drawings, and procedure manuals
• Ability to work with tools such as powered and non-powered hand tools, and operating equipment including bucket trucks, digger derricks, and related equipment
• Willing and able to follow instructions and ask clarifying questions
• Ability to handle materials that can weigh up to 200 lbs.
• Strong teamwork orientation; positive attitude and professional customer service skills
• Detail-oriented with active listening skills and effective communication, including openness to diverse input and feedback
• Repetitive hand, arm, leg movements
• Willingness to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 lbs.
• Please note:
  
  this position description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of the duties and responsibilities of the position. The duties and responsibilities of this position may change without notice.
• Lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling over 50 lbs will be done with assistance of another team member or equipment.

• Medical and prescription drug plans that includes no additional cost vision coverage
• Dental plan
• 401k retirement plan with a generous Mortenson match
• Paid time off, holidays, and other paid leaves
• Employer paid Life, AD&D, and disability insurance
• No-cost mental health tool and concierge with extensive work-life resources
• Tuition reimbursement
• Adoption Assistance
• Gym Membership Discount Program

• Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position.
• Our postings are typically open a minimum of 5 days and an average of 44 days.

As a top builder, developer, and EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction), our expertise spans markets like sports, renewable energy, data centers, healthcare, and more. We are builders at heart, working to ensure the built environment has a lasting positive impact.

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Your uniqueness brings new and creative perspectives to the team. Mortenson is committed to providing equal opportunities of employment (EOE) to all individuals, regardless of your race, religion, gender, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, marital status or any other legally protected category.

• Mortenson reserves the right to hire any individual without legal or financial obligation on unwanted solicitations. No agency emails, calls, or solicitations are accepted without a valid agreement.
• Must be currently legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status, 0-1, TN, CPT, OPT, etc.). We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.