Electrician S&T B (Winter 2025 - Summer 2026 Graduates)

Salary Range:  $66,110-87,029
Relocation:  No
Location: May include but not limited to Dallas-Fort Worth, Odessa, Waco-Temple-Taylor, Tyler-Lufkin

About Us 

Oncor Electric Delivery is the sixth largest electric transmission and distribution utility in the country, serving ten million customers in 400+ cities across Texas. Oncor is leading the way in providing superior reliability while deploying one of the most advanced utility technology platforms in the nation. Our team of dedicated professionals is committed to responsible environmental stewardship, while working passionately to empower our customers’ modern lives through the safe, reliable and efficient delivery of electricity.

Summary

Performs the construction, maintenance and repair of substation equipment, wiring, and structures to maintain a maximum level of system reliability to the bulk system and the distribution high voltage substation system. 

 Key Roles and Responsibilities

Directly or through others, the incumbent will:

• Install, repair, and maintain transmission and distribution circuit breakers, synchronous condensers, transformers, air/load break switches, switchboards, foundations, structures, buses, controls, conduit systems, switchgear and other electrical and electronic equipment.


• Analyze and correct malfunctions of all types of electrical and electronic equipment.


• Perform work near or on energized equipment using live line tools, rubber gloves, or approved bare hand techniques. 


• Operate and maintain various types of line switches.  May perform switching and tagging orders to clear equipment for Transmission Grid Controllers. 


• Direct the work of others in accordance with the Oncor safety handbook.


• Develop written procedures for use by other craft employees to help ensure that construction and maintenance activities are conducted safely without unnecessary system exposure, customer or facility interruption. 


• Maintain a knowledge growth and skills development mindset in an effort to continually improve individual and team performance. 


• Assist in the training of new employees and reinforces strong work practices with veteran employees.


• Adhere to corporate core values.


• Build and sustain relationships with other employees to nurture a strong work environment.


• Maintain a high level of quality control to exhibit excellent workmanship. 


• Plan work in an efficient and economical manner to support district budget expectations. 


• Prepare and process documents to maintain equipment records and database information. 


• Operate machinery and maintains license and /or certifications where necessary.


• Diversity by learning the bulk power system within the district and may patrol/repair lines, particularly in storm situations.


• Performs other duties as required. 

 Education, Experience & Skills

• High school diploma, GED or equivalent is required.


• Candidates with electrical / electronics related experience are preferred.  Coursework in electrical and electronics related fields and math are a plus.  Personal computer skills are a plus.


• Must possess a valid driver’s license (Class A license with a CDL endorsement preferred).


• Must be available for overtime and call-out work.  


• Electrician S&T, B - requires 0-2 or more years related work experience.  Enrollment and continual progress in the Transmission CAPS program is required.