Lineworker Wage Agency Instructor

Job TitleLineworker Wage Agency Instructor Agency Texas A&M Engineering Extension Service Department Infrastructure Training and Safety Institute Proposed Minimum Salary$45.00 hourly Job LocationBryan, Texas Job TypeTemporary/Casual Staff (Fixed Term) Job Description Lineworker Wage Agency Instructor $45.00 per hour Temporary/Casual Staff (Part-Time) Bryan, Texas The Role at a Glance The Lineworker Instructor will conduct a wide range of high voltage, electric power line technician training courses as well as general and technical safety classes for the Electrical Power Program. Through hands-on classroom and field training, the Instructor will utilize skill and knowledge of adult learning theories and learning styles to maximize learner success and ensure overall effectiveness of the course instruction. This position will use a variety of media to present course material to lead participants to succeed in completing course objectives. The Instructor will build positive customer relationships to promote and build the program. Must be skilled and qualified in most aspects of electric power distribution system construction and maintenance in both an aerial and underground environment, and have experience in a live (i.e., high voltage) environment using both live line tools and rubber gloving techniques. This position will report to the Training Coordinator. Qualifications of the Role High School Diploma Four years of experience as a journeyman level lineman. One year of adult education or training experience, which may include on-the-job training. Must have a valid motor vehicle operator’s license or ability to obtain within 30 days of employment. Equivalency: Will consider two years of experience as a journeyman level lineman and an associate's degree, or a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field. Must also have One year of adult education or training experience, which may include on-the-job training. About Us The Texas A&M Engineering Extension Service (TEEX) is an internationally recognized leader in emergency response training, workforce training, and technical assistance. Major TEEX competencies include fire and rescue, infrastructure and safety, law enforcement, cybersecurity, economic and workforce development, and homeland security. Every TEEX employee has a direct impact on Making a Difference to the professionals who respond to emergencies, safeguard communities, and ultimately save lives. We are focused on enhancing organizational effectiveness by creating an optimal work environment that empowers employees to improve themselves and their communities. Additionally, we offer competitive salaries and benefits, value work/life balance, and support employees’ education and professional development. Perks You Can Expect from TEEX Wage Employee Perks Flexible work schedule on an as-needed basis, perfect for supplemental income. Optional retirement savings programs through The Texas A&M University System. Time as a wage employee with TEEX counts toward Lifetime and State Service for State of Texas full-time employee benefits. Build Your Career Expand your network and build lasting connections with industry experts and peers. Enhance your skills and professional growth while representing a world-class organization. Learn more about the career paths and professional development opportunities available to all TEEX employees. TEEX Employer Notices Military Crosswalk Info Applications must either have all job application data entered, or a resume attached. Not doing so could result in an incomplete submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to pre-populate the online application All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check. Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer. The Texas A&M Engineering Extension Service (TEEX) is an internationally recognized leader in emergency response training, workforce training and technical assistance. Last year, TEEX served more than 138,000 people from every U.S. state and territory and 131 countries worldwide. Major TEEX programs include Fire and Emergency Services, Infrastructure and Safety, Law Enforcement and Protective Services and Business and Cyber Solutions. TEEX operates a comprehensive emergency preparedness campus with some of the world’s top training facilities, including the Brayton Fire Training Field, Disaster City® and the Emergency Operations Training Center. Additionally, TEEX is home to state-of-the-art facilities for training in public utilities, law enforcement and unexploded ordnance. For cybersecurity training, TEEX has built a fully-mobile Cyber Training and Exercise Range that simulates cyberattacks, providing a hands-on experience not often seen in cyber exercises. As part of the National Domestic Preparedness Consortium and home to the National Emergency Response and Recovery Training Center, TEEX has also been a leader in homeland security training since 1998, providing federally funded homeland security training and exercises for communities across the nation. Beyond training and technical assistance, the agency also sponsors two statewide response teams, Texas A&M Task Force 1 (TX-TF1) and Texas A&M Public Works Response Team (TX-PWRT). While TX-TF1, an elite urban search and rescue team, provides emergency response personnel and resources during disasters, TX-PWRT restores public utilities such as water, gas and electricity after disasters. Texas A&M Engineering Extension Service is an Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer. If you need assistance in applying for this job, please call (979) 458-6801 or email employment@teex.tamu.edu.