Apprentice Lineman Technician

Forbes Bros. Group of Companies; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Forbes Bros. Group of Companies in the Charleston area is seeking an Apprentice Lineman Technician to assist in building and maintaining power transmission and distribution systems. You will install, inspect, and repair lines, support underground cables, and learn site plans under supervision.

You must be willing to pursue Lineman certification, travel to project sites, work overtime, and adhere to safety standards in a demanding field environment. Prior utility exposure is a plus.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months experience as an Apprentice Lineman Technician or related role.
• Experience with overhead/underground T&D systems preferred.
• Willingness to enroll in Lineman certification.
• Ability to work safely in varied weather and environments.

Responsibilities

• Install, inspect, maintain, and repair high and low voltage transmission and distribution electrical grid.
• Troubleshoot and repair overhead distribution and transmission lines.
• Maintain interior, exterior, overhead, and underground distribution systems.
• Install and maintain cables making part of power distribution systems.
• Assist in the construction, maintenance and removal of underground and overhead lines and equipment.

Skills

Color vision

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Problem solving

Time management

Communication

Manual labor

Physical stamina

Job description

Forbes Bros. Group of Companies delivers transmission, distribution, substation, and related power infrastructure projects across Canada and the United States. Our work spans field construction, project delivery, operations, and corporate support in an environment where safety, execution, and reliability matter.

Position Summary

Under the guidance and direction of the Foreman or Construction Manager, the Apprentice Lineman Technician assist in the construction and maintenance of power systems, and replaces or repairs defective power lines, sub-stations, and accessories.

Core Responsibilities

Field Safety Leadership & Compliance

• Will implement safety policies, transporting materials, installing electrical transmission systems, performing repair work, and laying underground cable in trenches.
• Ability to adhere to Forbes Bros Occupational Health and Safety rules and regulations, follow safety standards and ask questions, if needed, related to safety practices in the electrical construction industry.

Training & Documentation Management

• Willingness to enroll in and complete training and documentation toward Lineman certification.
• Willingness to learn and interpret site plans and construction drawings.

Essential Job Functions

• Install, inspect, maintain, and repair high and low voltage transmission and distribution electrical grid.
• Troubleshoot and repair overhead distribution and transmission lines.
• Install, inspect, maintain, repair, and modify high and low voltage transmission and distribution of electrical grid.
• Maintain interior, exterior, overhead, and underground electrical distribution systems.
• Install and maintain cables making part of power distribution systems.
• Assist in the construction, maintenance and removal of underground and overhead power lines and equipment.

Collaboration & Continuous Improvement

• Effective communication skills with the ability to take and/or provide direction
• Able to work in a team to efficiently and effectively complete jobs within deadlines
• Work safely and contribute to safety improvement initiatives

Essential Requirements

Education & Experience

• Minimum of 6 months experience as an Apprentice Lineman Technician or in a related role within the electrical utility, transmission, distribution, or powerline construction industry.
• Experience working on overhead and/or underground T&D electrical systems is preferred.

Skills & Abilities

• Ability to accurately distinguish color-coded electrical conductors and components.
• Work safely and ability to recognize safety hazards and implement hierarchy of controls to eliminate hazards on site or in office
• Strong listening, problem solving and time management skills with the ability to meet various deadlines
• Strong verbal and written skills with the ability to communicate in a professional manner
• Ability to work with independently or within a team environment with minimal supervision
• Able and willing to travel and work frequent overtime and weekend hours to accommodate project schedules and/or business needs
• Physically fit and able to perform manual labour in varying weather conditions and environments, inclusive of heavy lifting

Additional Details

• Have and maintain a valid driver's license and acceptable driver's abstract
• Travel to various project sites and office locations
• Complete background screening and criminal record check

The range shown is the expected base pay range for this role. Final compensation will be determined based on role requirements, experience, qualifications, work location, applicable project/site requirements, internal equity, and any applicable collective agreement or union requirements. This range does not include overtime, premiums, per diem / LOA, bonuses, benefits, or other forms of compensation unless specifically stated in the job posting.

Base Pay Range: $23 USD - $46 USD

Forbes Bros. Group of Companies and its affiliated entities are committed to providing a respectful and accessible recruitment process.

Employment is subject to the requirements of the applicable role, location, project, and employing entity. Depending on the position, this may include verification of work authorization, background screening, driver abstract, drug and alcohol screening, credential verification, client/site access requirements, and other pre-employment conditions permitted by applicable law.

Applicants who require accommodation during the recruitment process are encouraged to contact the recruitment team.