Substation Tech-Journeyman Lineman
About the Role
Location United States of America Texas Irving
- Country: UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
- State/Province/County: Texas
- City: Dallas
Remote vs. Office Office/Site only Company Siemens Energy, Inc. Organization Grid Technologies Business Unit Service Full / Part time Full-time Experience Level Experienced Professional
A Snapshot of Your Day
The Substation Tech-Journeyman Lineman is responsible for supervising and directing a crew of substation linemen engaged in above and below-grade electrical work for high-voltage substation EPC projects. This role ensures the safe, efficient, and high-quality installation, maintenance, and repairs of substations. Substation Tech-Journeyman Lineman will plan daily work activities, allocate manpower and equipment, and provide technical guidance to ensure compliance with project specifications, safety standards, and union labor agreements. Acting as the on-site foreman, this position coordinates closely with project managers, engineers, and other trades to maintain schedule integrity and resolve field challenges promptly. The Lead Foreman Lineman is accountable for enforcing strict adherence to OSHA and Siemens Energy safety protocols, conducting job hazard analyses, and fostering a culture of safety and productivity within the crew. Success in this role requires strong leadership, advanced technical knowledge of high-voltage systems, and the ability to manage resources effectively in dynamic field conditions.
How You’ll Make an Impact
- Lead and oversee lineman crews perform overhead line work for substation construction and maintenance.
- Assign daily tasks, monitor progress, and ensure compliance with project specifications and safety standards.
- Implement Siemens Energy’s Zero Harm safety program, conduct safety training, and ensure compliance with OSHA standards.
- Ensure crews have proper tools, equipment, and materials for efficient operations and conduct daily tailboard/toolbox safety meetings and hazard assessments.
- Supervise installation, maintenance, and repair of overhead conductors, poles, insulators, switches, and related high-voltage equipment and ensure proper clearances and grounding procedures when working on energized or de-energized systems.
- Maintain accurate records of crew hours, materials used, and work performed as well as provide progress updates and incident reports to project management.
What You Bring
- High school diploma or GED; completion of a recognized lineman apprenticeship program. (or equivalent work experience).
- Experience: 8+ years of experience as a Substation journeyman lineman, with a must-have background in high voltage overhead work and high voltage substations. Prior supervisory or foreman experience leading lineman crews.
- Proven experience with union labor management and nationwide manpower scheduling.
- Strong understanding of OSHA regulations, environmental compliance, and safety management on high voltage sites.
- Strong communication skills, Ability to multitask and remain calm under pressure while managing simultaneous critical infrastructure construction operations.
- Proficiency in overhead transmission and distribution systems and the ability to read and interpret staking sheets, electrical diagrams, and construction plans.
- Certifications: Osha 10 & 30, NFPA70E, Journeyman License, Master Electrician.
- Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States without need for current or future employer-sponsored work authorization. Siemens Energy employees with current visa sponsorship may be eligible for internal transfers.