Title:  Overhead Distribution Operator - Abilene, Texas

Who We Are

Linetec is a part of the Centuri Group, who is comprised of a family of companies that make up a utility infrastructure enterprise, operating throughout the US and Canada, safely delivering gas, electric, and utility services to our customers and the community. We help you build your career on Solid Ground by investing in your development and valuing your unique skills, perspective, and background. Employees are the lifeblood of our organization, and we’re committed to providing a stable foundation to continuously grow and thrive. We’ve got work for the next 100 years - All we need is you!

We are looking for a skilled and motivated Overhead Distribution Operator to perform critical tasks that support the installation, maintenance, and repair of our overhead electrical distribution systems. This role requires operating heavy equipment such as digger derricks, backhoes, and mini excavators, interpreting load charts and ensuring safety and efficiency in all operations. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with equipment and a commitment to safety. Must hold a valid CDL Class A license. The work location for this position is in Abilene, TX.

CDL REQUIRED

What You'll Do

• Operate digger derricks, backhoes, mini-excavators and other heavy equipment
• Interpret loading charts and rigging requirements for lifting of distribution equipment
• Perform flagman responsibilities
• Load and unload equipment and materials
• Daily pre-shift vehicle and equipment inspections
• Perform regular maintenance/cleaning on assigned vehicles and equipment
• Complete required company training, including safety training
• Perform Administrative and Lineman duties as required
• Perform other responsibilities as requested by leadership

What You'll Have

• High school diploma or GED required
• Minimum 2 years' experience in the electrical services industry required
• Completion of an accredited apprentice program
• CDL license required
• Skill to operate equipment in close proximity to workers and electrical utilities

What You'll Get

• Benefit Package including Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage
• 401K w/ Company Match
• Voluntary Life & AD&D Insurance and Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Vacation/Sick Time and Paid Holidays
• Potential Bonus Opportunities
• Career Development Opportunities
• Employee Discounts
• Weekly Payroll

Work Environment

• Work sites are outdoors in potentially extreme weather conditions
• All worksite safety instructions are written and spoken in English; must be fluent in English
• Work includes prolonged and repeated: lifting (including overhead, up to 50lbs); standing; climbing; kneeling; reaching and feeling; crouching and crawling
• Work is performed within the “red zone” of heavy equipment
• Working safely requires quick/accurate hand-eye coordination and the ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner

Legal Stuff

• Pass pre-employment, random, post-accident, and reasonable suspicion drug screens
• Provide valid US work authorization documents for E-Verify
• Satisfactory results of pre-employment background check results
• Valid driver’s license with clean driving record is required
• Pre-employment medical fit-for-duty test; hold/obtain DOT medical card

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Commitment

This job description is subject to change at any time. It reflects management’s assignment of essential functions, and does not exclude or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. Centuri and its subsidiary companies will provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants without regard to an applicant’s race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.  Centuri will provide reasonable accommodations to allow an applicant to participate in the hiring process (e.g., accommodations for a test or job interview) if so requested.

Centuri is a Department of Transportation regulated employer. Certain safety-sensitive positions are covered under the DOT Drug and Alcohol Testing Regulations, 49 CFR Part 40. It is important to note that marijuana remains a drug listed in Schedule I of the Controlled Substances Act. It remains unacceptable for any safety-sensitive employee subject to drug testing under the company’s Drug Free Workplace Policy to use or test positive for marijuana.