C Lineman - Overhead (Duke)

About the Role

The Class C Lineman is an entry-level position focused on constructing and repairing electrical overhead distribution systems. You will work on both energized and de-energized powerlines and may be required to travel to job sites, including out-of-state locations, based on operational and customer needs. This role reports to the Foreman.

Responsibilities

• Perform new construction, maintenance, and repair of energized and de-energized overhead distribution systems while prioritizing safety.
• Install and repair overhead power lines, poles, insulators, conductors, and related hardware.
• Climb structures (wood, steel, concrete) using approved climbing methods and equipment.
• Work at heights, in confined spaces, and near energized equipment.
• Operate and maintain bucket trucks, digger derricks, tensioners, pullers, and other overhead line equipment.
• Work outdoors in varying environmental conditions, including extreme heat, cold, rain, wind, and inclement weather.
• Respond to outages, storms, and emergencies, including on-call rotations.
• Perform live-line work using approved gloving and hot-stick techniques on energized lines, including troubleshooting and fault locating.
• Follow all safety protocols, including proper use of PPE and insulated protective cover to isolate differences of potential.

Requirements

• Two (2) years of relevant field experience.
• Valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).
• Willingness to travel long distances on short notice, including out-of-state assignments.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull materials and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work extended periods at job locations, including outside normal business hours, weekends, holidays, emergency callouts, and overtime.

Physical Demands

The role requires frequent standing, walking, using hands and fingers to handle objects or operate tools, and reaching with hands and arms. You must be able to talk, listen, and use hand signals to communicate. The job involves exposure to fumes, airborne particles, moving mechanical parts, vibration, extreme weather conditions, and loud noise levels.

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

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 serve hundreds of utility clients nationwide and continuously expand our offerings to deliver innovative solutions, technology, and workforce expertise. Safety, collaboration, innovation, and exceptional customer service define our culture. Pike is a family-oriented workplace where every employee plays a critical role in maintaining infrastructure systems.

Pike Electric LLC is an equal opportunity employer.