B Lineman - Overhead (MP)

Position Summary

The Class B Lineman - Overhead is a semi-skilled position in the construction, maintenance and repair of electrical overhead distribution systems. This position works at various locations and may also be required to travel to another state depending on customer demands.

About the Role

Frequent responsibilities include working safely while performing new construction, maintenance or repair work of energized and de-energized overhead work. Other responsibilities include stringing overhead wire, setting poles and anchors, installing transformers, lightening arrestors, cutouts, crossarms, insulators, switches and switchgear, troubleshooting in primary and secondary systems, replacing fuses in transformers and clearing faulted circuits and systems, maintaining company vehicles, equipment and tools in good working order, performing rigorous physical labor, identifying primary and secondary voltage on a circuit, understanding induced voltage, grounding procedures, using a load buster tool, installing and hooking up a single phase transformer, safely setting a pole, understanding equipment setup and grounding, working at heights and/or confined spaces, properly installing and removing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), checking voltage on transformers, tying in a primary conductor, climbing different types of structures (wood, steel, etc.), understanding how to phase out a line using phasing sticks, obtaining a one shot on a recloser, conducting a pre-job or tailgate briefing, safely performing a reconductoring job, willing to glove/work live high voltage distribution power lines, capable of safely installing and removing mechanical jumpers, working outside, frequently in inclement weather, and working for extended periods in various locations, when required.

Essential Functions

• Work safely while performing new construction, maintenance or repair work of energized and de-energized overhead work.
• Strings overhead wire.
• Sets poles and anchors.
• Installs transformers, lightening arrestors, cutouts, crossarms, insulators, switches and switchgear.
• Troubleshoots in primary and secondary systems.
• Replaces fuses in transformers and clears faulted circuits and systems.
• Frequently works with energized high voltage systems requiring skill and care to protect the lives of themselves and others.
• Maintains company vehicles, equipment and tools in good working order.
• Does all other related work as required to complete the job.

Minimum Requirements

• 5-year minimum of recent field experience.
• Able to read and communicate effectively in English.
• Able to obtain a Commercial Driver’s License permit within 60 days of employment.
• A Commercial Driver’s License is preferred.
• Able to travel long distances on short notice, when required.
• Able to work for extended periods in various locations, when required.
• Able to lift in excess of 50 lbs.
• Able to properly inspect rubber goods and PPE.
• Willing to work over-time when requested.
• Willing to work outside of the normal work schedule including weekends, holidays, and overtime as required for the position.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to a variety of extreme conditions at construction job sites. The noise level in the work environment and job sites can be loud. This position is performed in outside weather conditions.

Competencies

• Self-Motivated
• Team-Oriented
• Customer Oriented
• Must be able to follow Company safety rules and all other Company policies.

About Us

Founded in 1945, Pike is a leading provider of construction, repair and engineering services for electric and gas utilities, as well as telecommunications companies with a growing portfolio of turnkey renewable projects. We work with hundreds of utility clients across the country, and we continuously expand our offerings to supply our customers with the ideas, technology, experience, manpower and equipment to perform any job. "Essential" is the one word that sums up who we are, the work we do and what our people mean to us. Each of our employees plays a critical role in ensuring that infrastructure systems are up and running when people and businesses need them. Pike is a family-oriented workplace with a strong culture of safety, collaboration, innovation and exceptional customer service.