B Lineman - Transmission (Dominion)

About the role

The Class B Lineman is a safety‑focused professional responsible for constructing and repairing electrical transmission systems. Work involves energized and de‑energized powerlines, travel to various job sites (including out‑of‑state locations), and reporting to a Foreman.

Pike Electric, founded in 1945, is a leading provider of construction, repair and engineering services for electric and gas utilities, telecommunications, and renewable projects. The company emphasizes safety, collaboration, innovation, and exceptional customer service.

Responsibilities

• Perform new construction, maintenance, and repair of energized and de‑energized transmission systems while putting safety first.
• Install and repair overhead transmission lines, poles, insulators, conductors, and related hardware.
• Apply comprehensive knowledge of switching and tagging procedures, EPZ‑grounding, and understanding induced voltage on de‑energized lines using proper 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.
• Demonstrate proficiency in all aspects of heavy lifting and rigging.
• 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, including on‑call rotation.
• Follow all safety protocols, including PPE use, and possess a comprehensive understanding of insulated protective cover to isolate differences of potential on energized lines.

Requirements

• Three (3) years of recent transmission line experience.
• Valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL).
• Willing to travel long distances on short notice.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull materials and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Prepared to work for extended periods at different job locations, including out‑of‑state assignments.
• Willing to work outside of normal business hours, including weekends, holidays, emergency callouts, and overtime.
• Physical demands: talk, listen, use hand signals to communicate; frequently stand, walk, use hands/fingers to handle objects, operate tools or controls, reach with hands and arms.
• Work environment: frequent exposure to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts, vibration; occasional exposure to extreme conditions at construction job sites; loud noise levels; perform job responsibilities in extreme heat, cold, wet, windy, and storm 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

Pay

The compensation range for this position is between $30.92 and $40.49 per hour.

Schedule

Must be available to work outages, storms, emergencies, including on‑call rotation; willing to work outside normal business hours, including weekends, holidays, emergency callouts, and overtime.