Brazos Electric is a transmission and distribution cooperative whose members' service territory extends across 68 counties from the Texas Panhandle to Houston. Organized in 1941, Brazos Electric was the first cooperative formed in the Lone Star state for the purpose of generating and supplying electrical power. Today, Brazos Electric provides wholesale power delivery services for its 16 member-owner distribution cooperatives. Owned by its member cooperatives, the Brazos Electric board of directors is comprised of one representative from each of these 16 members.
Brazos Electric is committed to providing valued service to its members and customers by transmitting reliable power at the lowest cost while providing excellent customer service with the highest degree of integrity.
Join Our Teams as an Apprentice Lineman at Brazos Electric Power Cooperative!
Are you ready to power up your career in the electric utility industry? Join our team as an Apprentice Lineman, where you'll learn from experienced professionals while developing the skills necessary to become a full-fledged Lineman. This role offers hands-on experience in line construction, safety protocols, and equipment operation.
What You’ll Do:
- Material Assembly & Tool Maintenance: Prepare materials and tools to support line personnel in their work.
- Line & Substation Support: Assist in the construction, maintenance, and inspection of lines and substations, learning the trade from the ground up.
- Safety & Hazard Recognition: Gain an understanding of safety protocols and how to identify potential hazards when working on energized lines and equipment.
- Skill Development: Learn essential skills such as pole climbing, blueprint reading, and equipment operation under the guidance of experienced linemen.
What You’ll Bring:
- Educational Background: High School Diploma or equivalent.
- Experience: A minimum of one year of related construction experience is preferred.
- Licensing: Ability to obtain and maintain a Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) within nine months of employment.
What to Expect:
- Work Environment: Be prepared to work outdoors in all weather conditions—from blazing sun to winter frost—and at various heights, including climbing up to 440 feet.
- Physical Demands: This role requires strength, endurance, and flexibility. You'll be lifting, pushing, pulling, and carrying up to 50 pounds or more, as well as bending, kneeling, and climbing.
- Safety First: You'll be required to wear personal safety equipment and adhere to strict safety guidelines at all times.
- Location & Availability: Must reside within a 30-minute response time to our Reagor Springs, TX office for emergency responses and be willing to work overtime or travel on short notice.
Why Join Us?
This is not just a job; it’s a stepping stone to a rewarding career in the electric utility industry. As an Apprentice Lineman, you'll receive hands-on training, work alongside seasoned professionals, and have opportunities for advancement. If you’re eager to learn, not afraid of heights, and ready to work hard, we want you on our team.
High School Diploma or equivalent certificate.
Brazos Electric Power Cooperative, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other protected status
Benefits: Medical Insurance, Life Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Vacation, Paid Sick Days, Paid Holidays, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, 401K/403b Plan, Educational Assistance