Position Summary

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

Essential Functions

• Work safely while performing new construction, maintenance or repair work of energized and de-energized overhead work.
• String overhead wire.
• Set poles and anchors.
• Assist with installing transformers, lightning arrestors, cutouts, crossarms, insulators, switches and switchgear.
• Assists in replacing fuses in transformers and clears faulted circuits and systems.
• Frequently work with energized high voltage systems requiring skill and care to protect the lives of themselves and others.
• Maintain company vehicles, equipment and tools in good working order.
• Perform other related work as required to complete the job.

Minimum Requirements

• 1–2 years of minimum experience required.
• Able to perform rigorous physical labor.
• Able to identify primary and secondary voltage on a circuit.
• Must be familiar with induced voltage.
• Capable of assisting with the installation and hook up of a single phase transformer.
• Capable of safely setting a pole.
• Capable of working at heights and/or confined spaces.
• Capable of properly installing and removing PPE and cover-up.
• Capable of checking voltage on transformers.
• Capable of installing and removing a service.
• Capable of properly inspecting rubber goods and PPE.
• Must be able to climb different types of structures (wood, steel, etc.) and possess the necessary tools to do so.
• Understands how to tie various lineman knots.
• Capable of making up and using a hand line.
• Understands grounding procedures.
• Understands proper equipment set‑up and grounding procedures.
• Understands how and when to use Kellum grips.
• Able to identify different types of materials used in line work.
• Able to travel long distances on short notice, when required.
• Able to work for extended periods in various locations, when required.
• Able to obtain a Commercial Driver’s License.
• A Commercial Driver’s License is preferred.
• Able to lift in excess of 50 lbs.
• Must be able to work outside, frequently in inclement weather.
• Willing to work over‑time when requested.
• Willing to work outside of the normal work schedule including weekends, holidays, and overtime as required for the position.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear, stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, and feel, and reach with hands and arms.

Work Environment

The employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to a variety of extreme conditions at construction job sites. The noise level in the work environment and job sites can be loud. This position is performed in outside weather conditions.

Competencies

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

Equal Opportunity Employer

Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled

VA Approved Apprenticeship Program – GI Bill Benefits Available to Eligible Veterans

VA Approved Apprenticeship Program – GI Bill Benefits Available to Eligible Veterans

Pike is a Non‑Union Company

Pike is a Non‑union Company

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.