Sr. Electrician Substation & Transmission (S&T) - Now Hiring

Salary: $114,214
Relocation offered: No
Close date: 8/18/2026 at 3:00 pm CT
About Us

Oncor Electric Delivery Company LLC, headquartered in Dallas, is a regulated electricity transmission and distribution business that uses superior asset management skills to provide reliable electricity delivery to consumers. Oncor (together with its subsidiaries) operates the largest transmission and distribution system in Texas, delivering power to nearly 4 million homes and businesses and operating more than 145,000 miles of transmission and distribution lines in Texas.

Summary

An Electrician S&T (Substation & Transmission) at Oncor 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 & Responsibilities

• Install, repair, and maintain transmission and distribution circuit breakers, transformers, mobile substation equipment, air/load break switches, 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, or rubber gloves.
• 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 Transmission 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 experienced employees.
• Adhere to Oncor 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.
• Must be available for overtime and call-out work.
• Performs other duties as required.
• Candidate should live in close proximity to the Transmission Repair Center (Midlothian).

Skills

• Personal computer skills
• Strong leadership and verbal and written communication skills are essential.

Education

• A High School Diploma, GED or equivalent is required.
• Applicants with an Associate's Degree in electrical technology are encouraged to apply.

Experience

• Must posses a valid class A Commercial Driver's License or the ability to acquire one.
• Completion of the Transmission or Distribution Craft training program or other equivalent program, OR 5 years' experience in construction and maintenance of transmission lines and substation facilities.

Benefits:

At Oncor, we offer a comprehensive set of benefits, compensation and performance management programs designed specifically to attract, retain, motivate and reward our high-performing workforce. Our supportive and inclusive culture allows every team member the opportunity to thrive and make a difference. We invest in our employee's success and well-being by offering such things as:

• Annual incentive program.
• Competitive health and welfare benefits (medical, dental, vision, life insurance).
• Ability to earn wellness incentives (up to $2,300 in 2026 as an Employee only) and other wellbeing resources.
• 401k with dollar-for-dollar company match up to 6%.
• 401k match for student debt program.
• Cash balance pension plan.
• Adoption Assistance.
• Mental health resources.
• Employee resource groups.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Competitive vacation, 10 company holidays and 2 personal holidays.
• Paid parental leave.
• Salary continuation for up to 6 months for approved employee illness or injury.
• Other perks such as commuter benefits, electric vehicle incentive program, appliance purchase plan.

Participation in benefit programs for employees in collective bargaining units is subject to the applicable collective bargaining agreement.

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