Apprentice Power Line Technician - High-Voltage Fieldwork

Appalachian State University

Boone (NC)

On-site

USD 57,000 - 65,000

Full time

14 days+
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Job summary

New River Light and Power Co. is seeking a Power Line Tech I - Apprentice Lineworker in Boone, NC.

The role involves working with live high‑voltage lines, installing underground cables and repairing overhead poles, with required safety training and a future apprenticeship completion. Applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent, six months of electrical experience, and obtain CDL Class B within six months.

Qualifications

  • High school diploma and six months electrical experience or equivalent.
  • Must complete NC and NRLP apprenticeship program within hire period.
  • CDL Class B required within six months of hire.

Responsibilities

  • Work with live high voltage conductors and maintain electrical equipment.
  • Install underground power lines and repair overhead lines.
  • Climb, hand work, digging, heavy lifting in all weather.
  • Use safety techniques including climbing gear and bucket trucks.
  • Install and maintain New River Light and Power's fiber‑optic network.
  • Operate university/NRLP vehicles with a valid license.

Skills

Live line work
Safety procedures
Reading schematics
SCADA/AMI/OMS
Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent
Electrical utility lineman program

Tools

Bucket trucks
High voltage equipment

Job description

New River Light and Power Co. is seeking a Power Line Tech I - Apprentice Lineworker in Boone, NC.

The role involves working with live high‑voltage lines, installing underground cables and repairing overhead poles, with required safety training and a future apprenticeship completion. Applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent, six months of electrical experience, and obtain CDL Class B within six months.

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