C Lineman - Transmission (GTC)

About the role

The Class C Lineman Transmission is an entry level lineman position in the construction, maintenance and repair of electrical transmission systems. This position works at various locations. The position may also be required to travel to another state depending on customer demands.

Responsibilities

• Work safely while performing new construction, maintenance or repair work of energized and de-energized transmission work.
• Stringing overhead wire.
• Setting poles and anchors.
• 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.
• Works outside, frequently in inclement weather.
• Capable of learning transmission voltages on a circuit.
• Capable of safely setting a pole.
• Capable of learning to understand and read blueprints.
• Capable of assisting with inspecting and recognizing structural problems.
• Able to work productively from an aerial device.
• Able to assist with troubleshooting.
• Able to work alone on de-energized lines.
• Able to learn wire stringing techniques.
• Able to learn and understand how to sag wire from structure or bucket.
• Able to assist with assembly and erect towers to all heights.
• Able to assist with working from an aerial ladder to catch off and clip in.
• Able to assist in framing and setting most basic line structures.
• Able to assist in framing a de-energized pole structure in the air.
• Able to assist with installing all types of compression connections.
• Capable of working at heights and/or confined spaces.
• Capable of properly installing and removing PPE and cover up.
• Capable of properly inspecting rubber goods, covers and PPE.
• Able to identify different types of materials used in line work.
• Understands minimum approach distance.
• Understands flag and tag procedures.
• Capable of performing basic bucket rescue/escape.

Requirements

• 1-year minimum 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 live high voltage transmission lines.
• Willingness to work outside of the normal work schedule including weekends, holidays, and overtime as required for the position.

Qualifications

• Minimum requirements include 1-year minimum 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 live high voltage transmission lines.
• Willingness to work outside of the normal work schedule including weekends, holidays, and overtime as required for the position.

Skills

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

Benefits

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as required to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Pay

Details about pay will be provided during the interview process.

Schedule

Details about the schedule will be provided during the interview process.

About Us

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.