Groundman to Journeyman II

This requisition expires on May 9, 2025, but may close earlier if the position is filled prior to the expiration date.

Essential Functions:

• Performs tasks which can be accomplished on the ground including drilling holes in poles, assembling cross arms, cleaning transformers and other equipment, installing wire holders on buildings, assisting lineman working on pole from the ground, is responsible for keeping job site clean and neat, and is responsible for stocking and upkeep of trucks in fleet
• Cleans up work site and equipment
• Responsible for their personal safety and the safety of their field work team
• Learns to safely inspect, maintain, and operate motorized equipment used in distribution construction
• Begins learning troubleshooting skills using voltmeters, amp meters and other related testing devices with direct supervision
• Maintains reasonable telephone contact with department representatives at all hours as necessary
• Portrays a positive image for the City of Denton and the Electric Department to employees, customers, developers, contractors and the general public
• Follows all appropriate City of Denton and DME policies and procedures
• Maintains regular and punctual on-site attendance

• Performs other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications / Acceptable Equivalency:

Groundman

• High School diploma or GED equivalent
• Must have a valid Class "C" Driver's License prior to employment

• Any combination of related education, experience, certifications and licenses that will result in a candidate successfully performing the essential functions of the job

• High School diploma or GED equivalent
• Minimum one year of electric utility experience
• Must have a valid Class "C" Driver's License prior to employment

• Any combination of related education, experience, certifications and licenses that will result in a candidate successfully performing the essential functions of the job

• High School diploma or GED equivalent
• Minimum Two years of electric utility experience
• Must have a valid Class "C" Driver's License prior to employment

• Any combination of related education, experience, certifications and licenses that will result in a candidate successfully performing the essential functions of the job

• High School diploma or GED equivalent
• Four years of electric utility experience
• Completion of a valid 4-year Lineman Apprenticeship program that is recognized by the US Department of labor or the equivalent

• Any combination of related education, experience, certifications and licenses that will result in a candidate successfully performing the essential functions of the job

• High School diploma or equivalent; and,
• Six (6) years of electric utility experience; and, 
• Two (2) years' experience as DOL Certified Journeyman Lineman,

• Any combination of related education, experience, certifications, and licenses that will result in a candidate successfully performing the essential functions of the job.

• Ability to learn to perform electric utility construction and maintenance work safely on the electric distribution and transmission system in Denton
• Ability to learn to operate laptop computer for mapping, redlining, time keeping, and job orders
• Ability to learn CPR, First Aid and ability to perform pole top and bucket truck rescue and to follow approved DME safety rules and regulations
• Demonstrated ability to get along with customers and co-workers
• Ability to learn to read and follow engineering projects, work orders, and blue prints
• Ability to learn different types of tools and materials used in Overhead and Underground line construction and maintenance
• Ability to read, understand, and follow departmental safety rules and safe work procedures
• Ability to work courteously with other employees and customers
• Ability to learn how to climb poles and work at heights greater than 30 feet
• Ability to learn how to work within enclosed spaces

• Bilingual in Spanish and English
• Class "A" CDL driver's license

• Must have and maintain a valid Class "C" Driver's License and valid state required minimum automobile liability insurance prior to employment (must obtain Texas Class "C" driver's license and state required minimum automobile liability insurance within 90 days of hire per state law)
• Must obtain a Texas Class "A" Commercial Driver's License (CDL) within six (6) months of employment
• Must pass a drug test, driver's license check, criminal history background check, and social security number verification check
• Must pass a physical examination
• Must be able to respond to call-in within 30 minutes and be responsible for call when your name comes up on rotation list (Applicants must be available to be on stand-by and work emergency call-outs)
• Ability to progress through these two steps of Apprenticeship Program within 1-1 years
• Ability to work standby every fifth week

Physical Requirements:
Overall Strength Demands: The bold and italicized word describes the overall strength demand of the functions performed by the incumbent during a typical workday.

• Sedentary: lifting no more than 10 pounds
• Light: lifting no more than 20 pounds; carry up to 10 pounds
• Medium: lifting no more than 50 pounds, carry up to 25 pounds
• Heavy: lifting no more than 100 pounds, carry up to 50 pounds
• Very Heavy: lifting more than 100 pounds, carry more than 50 pounds

1. Standing: E
2. Sitting: I
3. Walking: E
4. Lifting: M
5. Carrying: M
6. Pushing/Pulling: M
7. Overhead Work: M
8. Fine Dexterity: M
9. Kneeling: M
10. Crouching: M
11. Crawling: I
12. Bending: M
13. Twisting: M
14. Climbing: M
15. Balancing: E
16. Vision: E
17. Hearing: E
18. Talking: E
19. Video Display: I
20. Other:

E-Verify: 
The City of Denton participates in the federal E-Verify program in order to verify a new employee's authorization to work in the United States. Applicants must be lawfully authorized to work in the U.S.