A Lineman - Transmission (AEP)

Pike Electric, Inc.; Abingdon (VA); On-site; USD 56,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

HSA/FSA

EAP

401(k) with company match

Life insurance

Short/Long-term disability

Paid time off

Job summary

Pike Electric, Inc. is seeking a Class A Lineman to construct and repair energized and de-energized transmission systems. Travel to out-of-state locations may be required. Reports to the Foreman and works on energized lines with a strong emphasis on safety.

Experience in transmission line work, CDL, and willingness to work overtime and outages are essential for this role. The position offers field-based responsibilities with opportunities to lead crew members and mentor apprentices.

Qualifications

• Five or more years of transmission line experience.
• CDL (commercial driver's license) required.
• Willing to travel long distances on short notice.
• Lift up to 50 pounds.
• Willing to work out-of-state assignments and overtime.

Responsibilities

• Construct, maintain and repair transmission systems safely.
• Lead crew in absence of supervisor and conduct safety briefings.
• Train apprentices and ground workers.
• Install and repair overhead transmission lines and hardware.
• Operate bucket trucks and related transmission equipment.

Skills

Transmission line experience

Safety awareness

Job description

Position Summary

The Class A Lineman is a safety focused professional with the ability to construct and repair electrical transmission systems. You will work on energized and de-energized powerlines and may be required to travel to different job sites, including out-of-state locations, as operational and customer needs dictate. You will report to the Foreman.

The compensation range for this position is between $40.50 - $55.65 per hour.

Essential Functions

• Perform new construction, maintain and repair energized and de-energized transmission systems while putting safety first.

• Lead crew members in the absence of the Employee in Charge and conduct pre-job and tailgate safety briefings.

• Train and mentor apprentices and ground workers.

• Install and repair overhead transmission lines, poles, insulators, conductors and related hardware.

• Comprehensive knowledge of switching and tagging procedures, EPZ -grounding and understanding induced voltage on de-energized lines using the 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.

• Willing and capable to obtain knowledge in bare hand work – 44kV and 500kV.

• Proficient in all aspects of heavy lifting and rigging.

• Operate and maintain bucket trucks, digger derricks, tensioners and pullers and other pieces of transmission line equipment.

• Work outdoors in varying environmental conditions, including extreme heat, cold, rain, wind, and inclement weather.

• 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.

Minimum Requirements

• Five (5) years of recent transmission line experience.

• Valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL).

• Willing to travel long distances on short notice.

• Lift, carry, push, or pull materials and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.

• 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

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the responsibilities of this job, you will be required to talk, listen and use hand signals to communicate. The job frequently requires you to stand; walk; use hands and fingers to handle objects, operate tools or controls; reach with hands and arms.

Work Environment

While performing the responsibilities of this job, you are frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. You are occasionally exposed to a variety of extreme conditions at constructions job sites. The noise level in the work environment and job sites can be loud. You will perform job responsibilities in extreme heat, cold, wet, windy, and storm conditions.

Our 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

If this sounds like you, come join the PIKE family.

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, workforce 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.

Pike Electric LLC, is an equal opportunity employer.