Journeyman Lineman / Crew Foreman
Electric Distribution — San Antonio Metro / South-Central Texas
Location: San Antonio metro area, serving the South-Central Texas region
Employment Type: Full-Time
Pay Range: $55–$60 per hour, based on experience, plus overtime opportunities
About the Role
We're building a brand-new electric distribution crew from the ground up, and we're looking for a Crew Foreman to help set the standard from day one. This is a rare opportunity to join at the start of something new: you won't be stepping into an established team with fixed routines, you'll be shaping how this crew operates, trains, and grows.
This role leads a four-person crew (two Journeyman Linemen and two Utility Groundworkers) performing overhead electric distribution construction, maintenance, and storm restoration work for utility clients across South-Central Texas. As the first hire on this crew, you'll play a direct role in setting the safety culture, work standards, and team dynamic that future crews will be built on.
What You'll Do
• Lead daily crew activities, including tailboards, job briefings, and hazard assessments before work begins
• Direct and coordinate the construction, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of overhead electric distribution systems
• Coordinate distribution switching to maintain reliability for utility customers
• Operate and oversee the use of aerial equipment, pole-setting machinery, and other distribution construction equipment
• Mentor and develop Journeyman Linemen and Groundworkers, supporting their growth through an apprenticeship pathway aligned with Department of Labor standards
• Respond to storm restoration and mutual aid calls, including occasional travel to support utility partners during major outage events
• Maintain compliance with client utility construction standards, safety requirements, and specifications
• Communicate crew performance, operational needs, and development opportunities to leadership
• Operate company-provided vehicles in line with applicable federal, state, and local regulations
• Maintain professionalism and represent the company well in all interactions with utility clients and the public
What You Bring
• Department of Labor Journeyman Lineman certification in distribution, OR significant hands-on experience in electric distribution work
• Experience leading or mentoring crew members in a field environment
• Working knowledge of overhead distribution construction, switching procedures, and safety protocols
• A valid Class A CDL
• Ability to pass a DOT physical, drug screening, and background check
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Strong communication skills and the ability to represent the company professionally with clients and the public
• A genuine interest in mentoring others and building a strong safety culture, not just completing tasks
A Note on Experience
We know great candidates come from different paths. While this role typically calls for around seven years of journeyman-level experience, we're open to candidates with less tenure who bring strong technical competency, sound judgment, and a track record of picking things up quickly. What matters most is the ability to lead safely and represent the company well in front of clients.
Compensation & Schedule
• Pay: $55–$60 per hour, based on experience
• Schedule generally follows a standard 40-hour work week, aligned with the operating hours of the utility client being served (commonly 7:00 AM–3:30 PM, 7:00 AM–4:00 PM, or four 10-hour days, depending on the client)
• Overtime opportunities available for storm restoration, mutual aid response, and client-driven project timelines
• A company vehicle is provided for all work-related travel; a personal vehicle is never required for job duties
• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage (employer paid)
• HSA with employer contribution
• 401(k) with employer match
• Per diem for eligible travel
Travel
Most work is local to the San Antonio metro area and South-Central Texas region, generally within about an hour and a half of the home base (as far as the Austin area). Additional travel may be required for storm restoration and mutual aid support during major weather events. All travel is performed in company-provided vehicles.
Room to Grow
This is the first crew of a new electric distribution business, and the person in this role will have real influence over how it's built. As the team grows, there's a clear path forward, including the opportunity to grow into a General Foreman role overseeing multiple crews. We're building an apprenticeship program aligned with Department of Labor standards so every team member has a defined path to grow their skills and their career, not just a job.
Physical Requirements & Work Environment
• Ability to stand, reach, stoop, kneel, and squat for extended periods
• Ability to lift, carry, push, pull, or move up to 50 pounds
• Ability to climb poles and work at heights as needed
• Regular use of Personal Protective Equipment
• Frequent exposure to outdoor weather conditions, including heat, cold, and wet or humid conditions
• Availability for occasional storm restoration call-outs, which may fall outside standard hours
• Successful completion of annual rescue/emergency response training
We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. All qualified candidates will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.