Sr. Electrician; Substation & Transmission

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 143,000 miles of transmission and distribution lines in Texas.

Salary: $114,214
Relocation offered:
No
Close date: 3/6/2026 at 3:00 pm CT

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.

• Install, repair, and maintain transmission and distribution circuit breakers, synchronous condensers, transformers, air/load break switches, switchboards, foundations, structures, buses, controls, conduit systems, switch gear 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.
• Must be available for overtime and call-out work.

• Personal computer skills.

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent is required.
• Applicants with coursework in electrical and electronics related fields and math are encouraged to apply.

• This role requires years related work experience and graduation from the Transmission CAPS program.
• Candidates with electrical / electronics related experience are encouraged to apply.
• Must posses a valid driver’s license (Applicants with a Class A license with a CDL endorsement are encouraged to apply).

• 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 with 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.