B Lineman - Transmission (GP)

Position Summary

The Transmission Class B Lineman is a semi-skilled position responsible for the construction, maintenance, and repair of electrical transmission systems. This position requires frequent travel to various locations and may involve working with energized high-voltage systems.

Essential Functions

• Stringing overhead wire.
• Setting poles and anchors.
• Troubleshooting problems on transmission 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.
• Performs all other related work as required to complete the job.

Minimum Requirements

• 2-5 years of 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.
• Willingness to glove/work high voltage transmission lines.
• Willingness to work outside of the normal work schedule including weekends, holidays, and overtime as required for the position.

Physical Demands

• Frequent exposure to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts, and vibration.
• Occasional exposure to a variety of extreme conditions at construction job sites.
• Noise level in the work environment and job sites can be loud.
• Position is performed in outside weather conditions.

About The Team Electric

We work with utilities across the country to solve our nation’s energy infrastructure challenges, from designing new transmission and distribution systems, upgrading and managing installation of the latest smart meter technologies, and integrating renewable energy sources onto the grid.