Traveling Journeyman Lineman

The Traveling Journeyman Lineman is responsible for constructing and maintaining all phases of electrical line construction to include: underground, transmission, and substation.

Company Overview

Established in 1977, Great Southwestern Construction, Inc. (Great Southwestern) - a subsidiary of MYR Group Inc. - has successfully completed hundreds of transmission, distribution, substation, live line, and clean energy projects nationwide. We are well positioned as a contractor of choice for providing transmission, distribution, and substation construction, telecommunication systems, maintenance, and emergency restoration services. Weutilizeourwell-established, long-standing reputation to create enduring relationships. We have built this reputation by meeting the needs of our clients and team members in a safe and innovative work atmosphere.

Our leadership team is second to none in providingsupportandopportunitiesfor growth, with over half of our senior management team having been promoted within the company. We believe in creating a balanced work-life environment built on our culture and values of safety, integrity, respect, and initiative. With industry leading benefits and compensation, weshowcasethe true value of our craft workers and truly put our People First. Are you ready to grow?

Essential Functions

• Construct and maintain all phases of electrical line construction to include: underground, transmission, substations and wind farms
• Establish OSHA and customer safety requirements
• Observe and practice all safety policies and bulletins
• Plan and initiate projects
• Set towers and poles
• Maintain and repair overhead distribution or transmission lines
• String new wire or maintain old wire
• Install and maintain insulators
• Install and maintain transformers and other equipment
• Supervision of Groundmen and Apprentices
• Install and maintain underground distribution systems
• Assembly and erection of substation
• Regular and predictable attendance
• Other duties as assigned
• Understand and comply with the Company's Code of Business Conduct and Ethics and other industry-specific professional and ethical conduct standards, if applicable
• Essential functions of this position will be performed at a designated Company office or field location.

Qualifications

• Technical School Lineman degree or equivalent is required
• Transmission line and substation line experience preferred
• High School graduate or equivalent

• Must presently be qualified to be a Journeyman Lineman. Documentation of completion of a journeyman lineman program is required.

• Experience with digger derricks, bucket trucks, trenchers, and groundwork with utility crews is required

• Must meet driver qualification requirements as specified in FMCSR Parts 382 and 391

• Possession of a valid Commercial driver's license Class A preferred

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Must be willing to travel and work away from home
• Ability to work at heights up to and above 100 feet preferred
• Must be able to communicate effectively
• Possess good teamwork skills
• Ability to understand, comprehend, and follow directions in the workplace
• Must have a quality work ethic and be committed to optimum customer service
• Must be able to work additional hours
• A high awareness of safety and compliance with company safety rules is required at all times

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary
  • Commensurate with experience, paid weekly. Posted salary ranges are made in good faith. MYR Group reserves the right to adjust ranges depending on the qualifications of the selected candidate.
• Medical, Basic Vision, Hearing, Regenexx, Teledoc, Mental Health(Low deductibles and out-of-pocket maximums) - Fifteen Dollar weekly premium for employee or employee plus family coverage.
• Supplemental vision available.
• Dental - 100% employer-paid premium.
• Company-paid life and accidental death & dismemberment.
• Employee Assistance Plan (EAP).
• Generous 401(k) Plan with 100% company match up to 6%.
• Paid time off starting at 5 days annually plus 10 paid Holidays (our Cultural Celebration Day is a floating holiday).

Position may be subject to pre-employment screening, which may include background check and drug testing. Accessibility: If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process, contact our Employment Hotline at1-855-635-1321.

Great Southwestern Construction, Inc., a MYR Group, Inc. company, is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We promote diversity of thought, culture, and background, which connects our family of brands. We are committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals and in which personnel processes are merit-based and applied without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, military service status, or other protected characteristics. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.