Step 01. Pay
Reliant Energy Lineman Pay and Salary Information
The average Reliant Energy salary ranges from approximately $22000 per year. Reliant Energy benefits and perks, including insurance benefits, retirement benefits, and vacation policy.

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Reliant Energy is hiring linemen. Reliant has deep Texas roots and has provided power to millions of homes and businesses across the state.
Step 01. Pay
The average Reliant Energy salary ranges from approximately $22000 per year. Reliant Energy benefits and perks, including insurance benefits, retirement benefits, and vacation policy.
Step 02. Apprentice
The apprentice lineworkers at Reliant Energy work under general supervision of the Foreman the Lineman performs skilled line work in the operation, maintenance and repair of overhead and underground electrical distribution and transmission systems. Learn and assist with operating, inspecting, and maintaining aerial devices, digger/derricks, excavation equipment, and other electric line related equipment. Assist Journeyman class with performing distribution switching, documentation and mapping information, and perform other related duties as assigned.
Step 03. Journeyman
Journeyman lineman at Reliant Energy Being a Lineman installs wire and cable. Follows all safety regulations and procedures.
Step 04. Hiring
Reliant Energy lineman reuired 3year diploma in electrical field. Must Required possess a valid driver's license.
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