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TXNM Energy is hiring an Energy Tech 3-5. The Energy Tech role at TXNM Energy in West Columbia, TX involves construction, maintenance, and service tasks for overhead and underground electric lines. The position requires following safety protocols, operating equipment, training staff, and being on call for dispatch or switchman duties, with a focus on safe work conditions and record keeping.
Key focus areas include Constructs new overhead lines, Constructs new underground lines, and Restores service and troubleshoots.
Important skills include Read And Interpret Documents, Write Routine Reports And Correspondence, Speak Effectively Before Groups, Calculate Figures And Amounts, Apply Basic Algebra And Geometry, and Apply Common Sense Understanding To Instructions.
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Energy Tech 3-5
Location: West Columbia, TX, United States
Job ID: 6089694
Date Posted:Aug 11, 2026
POSTING DEADLINE
This position is posted until filled.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Energy Tech 5
Union: $54.54 Per Hour
SUMMARY:
Construction, maintenance and/or service related work as directed by supervision.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Constructs new overhead lines.
Constructs new underground lines.
Restores service and troubleshoots.
Sets up service and maintains lines and apparatus.
Re-conducts or converts existing lines.
Ensures safe work conditions.
Operates and maintains equipment.
Trains personnel, plans jobs, and maintains records.
Available to perform on call work as necessary.
May serve either as dispatcher or switchman.
Other duties as assigned.
COMPETENCIES:
Ability to perform the principal duties, engage in the required physical and mental activities and to endure the environmental conditions set forth in this job description with or without reasonable accommodation.
Ability to understand and follow complex oral and written instructions.
Working knowledge of electric utility industry practices and procedures.
QUALIFICATIONS
MINIMUM EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:
High School diploma or General Education Degree (GED) with four and a half to five years of related experience, or equivalent combination of education and/or experience related to the discipline.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:
Must possess a current, legally valid Commercial Driver's License and meet the company's driving record requirements.
COMMUNICATION SKILLS:
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:
Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume.
Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
ANALYSIS AND PROBLEM-SOLVING ABILITY:
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions.
Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Ability to perform physical activity associated with climbing poles, such as pushing, pulling, lifting and bending. Ability to lift, carry, and push up to 50 pounds and pull up to 75 pounds.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Primarily outside construction work.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Energy tech 3
Union: $41.45 Per hour
SUMMARY:
Construction, maintenance and/or service related work as directed.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Constructs new overhead lines.
Constructs new underground lines.
Restores service and troubleshoot.
Sets up service and maintain lines and apparatus.
Re-conducts or converts existing lines.
Ensures safe work conditions.
Operates and maintains equipment.
Trains personnel, plans jobs, and maintains records.
Available to perform on call work as necessary.
May serve either as switchman or dispatcher.
Other duties as assigned.
COMPETENCIES:
Ability to perform the principal duties, engage in the required physical and mental activities and to endure the environmental conditions set forth in this job description with or without reasonable accommodation.
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
Working knowledge of electric utility industry practices and procedures.
QUALIFICATIONS
MINIMUM EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:
High School diploma or General Education Degree (GED) with two to three years of related experience, or equivalent combination of education and/or experience related to the discipline.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:
Must possess a current, legally valid Commercial Driver's License and meet the company's driving record requirements.
COMMUNICATION SKILLS:
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:
Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume.
Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
ANALYSIS AND PROBLEM-SOLVING ABILITY:
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions.
Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Ability to perform physical activity associated with climbing poles, such as pushing, pulling, lifting and bending.
Ability to lift, carry, and push up to 50 pounds and pull up to 75 pounds.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Primarily outside construction work.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Energy Tech 4
Union: $44.18 Per Hour
SUMMARY:
Construction, maintenance and/or service related work as directed.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Constructs new overhead lines.
Constructs new underground lines.
Restores service and troubleshoots.
Sets up service and maintains lines and apparatus.
Re-conducts or converts existing lines.
Ensures safe work conditions.
Operates and maintains equipment.
Trains personnel, plans jobs, and maintains records.
Available to perform on call work as necessary.
May serve as either dispatcher or switchman.
Other duties as assigned.
COMPETENCIES:
Ability to perform the principal duties, engage in the required physical and mental activities and to endure the environmental conditions set forth in this job description with or without reasonable accommodation.
Ability to understand and follow complex oral and written instructions.
Working knowledge of electric utility industry practices and procedures.
QUALIFICATIONS
MINIMUM EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:
High School diploma or General Education Degree (GED) with three to four years of related experience, or equivalent combination of education and/or experience related to the discipline.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:
Must possess a current, legally valid Commercial Driver's License and meet the company's driving record requirements.
COMMUNICATION SKILLS:
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:
Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume.
Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
ANALYSIS AND PROBLEM-SOLVING ABILITY:
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions.
Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Ability to perform physical activity associated with climbing poles, such as pushing, pulling, lifting and bending.
Ability to lift, carry, and push up to 50 pounds and pull up to 75 pounds.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Primarily outside construction work.
DOT STATEMENT
This position performs one or more covered or "safety sensitive" tasks that are regulated by the Department of Transportations (DOT) natural gas pipeline or commercial motor vehicle driver related regulations. Both types of jobs require that all individuals meet specific criteria, training, and pre-employment qualifications as defined by the DOT, which may include physical examinations and/or successful background information as required for the specific job.
SAFETY AND ADA STATEMENT
Safety Statement:
Safety is a core value at (TXNM Energy/PNM/TNMP) and our vision, "everyone goes home safe", reflects our commitment to promoting an environment conducive to learning, improving and building safety practices. Our safety value is built upon the belief that every employee deserves to work in an environment free from harm.
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Statement:
If you require assistance with the job application process due to a disability, please contact HR ADA Analyst, at 505-241-4627.
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