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Transmission Field Operations Apprentice

Lower Colorado River Authority (LCRA)
Austin, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 4/17/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/17/2026
Here's the Role:
Are you ready to kickstart your career? If you enjoy working with your hands, are eager to learn and passionate about helping others while supporting your community, then we want you at LCRA.

LCRA Transmission Services has a 12-month trainee program that will teach you valuable skills in several of our trades. You will be part of a select group of trainees who will learn and develop specialized skills from industry experts through on-the-job training, job shadowing, and mentorship. This opportunity will prepare you to step into a full-time position in either Transmission Maintenance or Construction.

Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to begin your career with an organization that has been enhancing the lives of Texans for more than 90 years. Start earning while learning and apply today!
How You’ll Contribute:
  • Participate in training to gain a greater knowledge of Transmission Field Operations procedures, tools, and safe equipment operation pertinent to assigned work areas
  • Identify personal protective equipment (PPE) required for job duties
  • Learn and apply all safety, environmental and departmental policies and procedures
  • Perform entry-level or training duties with the System Operations Control Center
  • Track time and expenses for various projects
  • Operate handheld manual and power tools (e.g., rock saws and cut-off saws), auxiliary equipment, and industrial vehicles
How You’re Qualified:
  • A High School Diploma or equivalent GED.
  • Driver's License
How You’ll Stand Out:
  • Ability to work and communicate with team members, supervision/management and external organizations under normal and emergency conditions
  • Knowledge of safety principles and hazards
How We’ll Support You:

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Equal Opportunity Employer:
  • LCRA provides equal employment opportunities and a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at LCRA are based on business need, job requirement and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, or veteran status in accordance with applicable federal and state legal requirements governing nondiscrimination in employment.
  • LCRA is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants with physical or mental disabilities. Applicants with a disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process can contact LCRA Human Resources (512) 578-4004 or email lcra.benefits@lcra.org. Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis.

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