Apprentice Lineman Technician: Build & Maintain Power Lines

Forbes Bros. Group of Companies; South Carolina; On-site; USD 32,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Forbes Bros. Group of Companies is seeking an Apprentice Lineman Technician to assist in constructing and maintaining power systems, including replacing or repairing lines, substations, and accessories.

Under the direction of Foreman or Construction Manager, you will work on high/low voltage transmission and distribution grids, learn site plans, and pursue Lineman certification while supporting field safety and teamwork on diverse project sites in the United States and Canada.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• 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

Skills

Color-coded wiring

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Communication

Problem solving

Manual dexterity

Driver's license

Overtime readiness

Reading blueprints

Job description

Forbes Bros. Group of Companies is seeking an Apprentice Lineman Technician to assist in constructing and maintaining power systems, including replacing or repairing lines, substations, and accessories.

Under the direction of Foreman or Construction Manager, you will work on high/low voltage transmission and distribution grids, learn site plans, and pursue Lineman certification while supporting field safety and teamwork on diverse project sites in the United States and Canada.