B Lineman - Transmission
Position Summary
The Class B Lineman is a safety-focused professional responsible for constructing and repairing electrical transmission systems. This role involves working on energized and de-energized powerlines and may require travel to various job sites, including out-of-state locations, as needed.
About the role
You will report to the Foreman and will be expected to perform new construction, maintenance, and repairs on transmission systems. Your duties include installing and repairing overhead transmission lines, poles, insulators, conductors, and related hardware. You will also be required to climb different structures, work at heights, and operate various transmission line equipment.
Responsibilities
- Perform new construction, maintenance, and repairs on energized and de-energized transmission systems while prioritizing safety.
- Install and repair overhead transmission lines, poles, insulators, conductors, and related hardware.
- Comprehensively understand and apply switching and tagging procedures, EPZ-grounding, and induced voltage on de-energized lines using appropriate tools and test equipment.
- Climb different structures (wood, steel, concrete) using approved climbing methods and equipment.
- Work at heights and in proximity to energized equipment.
- Operate and maintain bucket trucks, digger derricks, tensioners, pullers, and other transmission line equipment.
- Work outdoors in varying environmental conditions, including extreme heat, cold, rain, wind, and inclement weather.
- Be available to work outages, storms, emergencies, and on-call rotations.
- Follow all safety protocols, including PPE use and understanding insulated protective covers to isolate differences of potential on energized lines.
Requirements
- Three (3) years of recent transmission line experience.
- A valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL).
- Willingness to travel long distances on short notice.
- Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull materials and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
- Availability to work at different job locations, including out-of-state assignments.
- Willingness to work outside of normal business hours, including weekends, holidays, emergency callouts, and overtime.
Physical Demands
Frequent exposure to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts, and vibration. Occasional exposure to extreme conditions at construction job sites. Noise levels can be loud, and work may involve performing tasks in extreme heat, cold, wet, windy, and stormy conditions.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- HSA, dependent care, and medical flexible spending accounts
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- 401(k) with company match
- Life insurance and short-term and long-term disability
- Paid time off, paid holidays, and family and medical leave
About Us
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, Pike works with hundreds of utility clients across the country. We are committed to a strong culture of safety, collaboration, innovation, and exceptional customer service. Pike Electric, LLC is an equal opportunity employer.