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Lineman Apprentice

Job Title: Lineworker Apprentice
Company: Fannin Electric Cooperative, Inc.
Location: 2201 FM 87, Bonham, TX
Job Type: Full-Time
Department: Operations

Position Summary:

Fannin Electric Cooperative is seeking a motivated and safety-conscious individual to join our team as a Lineworker Apprentice. This position offers an excellent opportunity to begin a rewarding career in the electric utility industry. The Apprentice Lineworker will work under the direct supervision of a Journeyman Lineworker and learn the skills necessary to construct, maintain, and repair overhead and underground electrical distribution systems.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Assist in the installation, maintenance, and repair of overhead and underground power lines and related equipment.
  • Learn and apply safety procedures in all aspects of linework.
  • Operate equipment such as trenchers, vacuum excavators, bucket trucks, digger derricks, underground fault locators and other tools used in line construction.
  • Perform physical labor, including climbing poles and working at heights.
  • Participate in emergency response efforts, including power outage restoration during adverse weather conditions, nights, weekends, and holidays.
  • Complete training modules and classroom instruction required to progress through the apprenticeship program.
  • Observe and follow all company policies and procedures, including compliance with OSHA, DOT, and NESC regulations.
  • Communicate effectively with crew members, supervisors, and members of the cooperative.

Qualifications:

  • High school diploma or GED required.
  • Must have or be able to obtain a Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) within 6 months of hire.
  • Ability to work in varying weather conditions and perform physically demanding tasks.
  • Willingness to attend training and progress through a multi-year apprenticeship program.
  • Strong work ethic, safety awareness, and desire to learn.
  • Must pass pre-employment drug screen and background check

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Previous experience in utility construction, electrical work, or related field is a plus.
  • Completion of a lineman training program from an accredited technical school is desirable but not required.

Working Conditions:

  • Must be able to work outdoors in extreme weather conditions.
  • Must be able to work at heights of 60 feet or more.
  • Subject to on-call duty and irregular hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Benefits:

  • Competitive hourly wage based on experience
  • Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
  • 401(k) retirement plan and pension
  • Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
  • Ongoing training and career advancement opportunities
  • Work in a team-oriented, community-focused environment

About Fannin Electric Cooperative:

Fannin Electric Cooperative was born in 1937 by a handful of farmers and local business leaders to provide electricity to rural families of Fannin County, Texas.  By the end of 1938, the first 100 plus miles of electrical line were serving over 200 families and generating enthusiasm from the surrounding rural areas for the new concept of having electrical power to rural homes and businesses.  As the not-for-profit cooperative has grown into the 21st century, the foundation of supplying reliable electricity to members at reasonable rates has continued to grow the cooperative to over 12,000 meters primarily in Fannin County, but also serving connected areas of Collin, Grayson, Hunt, and Lamar counties.   Geographically located northeast of the Dallas/Fort Worth metroplex, the slow steady growth of the cooperative in the past is evolving to more rapid growth of services around new lakes such as Bois D’Arc Lake and Lake Ralph Hall as well as new housing developments and businesses.  While growing into the 21st century, Fannin Electric Cooperative remains committed to serving its members with the most reliable and cost-effective electrical services possible through its employees and technological innovations that make our cooperative a great asset to northeast Texas.

How to Apply:

Please visit the Workforce Solutions Texoma office in Bonham.

1205 East Sam Rayburn Dr.

Bonham, TX 75418

Phone: 903-640-0222

Office Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM