Class 1 Lineman

Utility Service and Assistance Inc; Hooksett (NH); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Utility Service and Assistance Inc, located in Hooksett, New Hampshire, is seeking a Lineman to perform construction, maintenance, and repair of overhead electrical distribution lines. Candidates should possess a CDL A license and OSHA certification, along with 1-3 years of lineman experience.

The ideal candidate is able to work in varying weather conditions and must have the physical skills necessary to safely handle electrical equipment. This role requires adherence to safety protocols and participation in drug and alcohol testing programs.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of lineman experience.
• Overhead distribution experience preferred.
• Able to work outside in various weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Perform construction, maintenance, and repair of overhead electrical distribution lines.
• Assist with energized and de-energized line work.
• Install and maintain conductors, transformers, and switches.

Skills

CDL A license

OSHA certification

Physical dexterity

Conductor handling

Troubleshooting electrical equipment

Education

Lineman school preferred

Job description

Utility Service & Assistance has been the trusted utility contractor serving New England, the East Coast, and beyond. From high-voltage transmission to renewable energy projects, our work keeps communities, businesses, and critical infrastructure connected and safe. Over the past 38 years, we’ve grown into a full-service utility partner with the crews, equipment, and expertise to take on projects of any scale.

Minimum Requirements

• CDL A license required
• OSHA certification required
• 1-3 years of lineman experience
• Overhead distribution experience preferred
• Lineman school preferred
• Able to work outside in various weather conditions such as extreme heat and cold temperatures.
• Must possess the physical dexterity to be able to lift a minimum of 50 LBS and safely perform other physical work.
• Able to travel on a short-term basis.
• Able to demonstrate how to safely perform all tasks associated with high voltage electrical lines.
• Able to perform basic maintenance such as routine inspections, modification, installation and troubleshooting of electrical equipment and facilities.
• Must possess skills including digging, guying of pole structures, maintenance procedures, conductor handling/ rigging and splicing, tower erection and more.
• All positions require participation in federally compliant FMSCA drug and alcohol testing programs. This includes both pre-employment and ongoing random testing.
• Other duties as assigned.

Main Responsibilities:

• Perform construction, maintenance, and repair of overhead electrical distribution lines
• Assist with or perform energized and de-energized line work based on experience and classification
• Dig, set, guy, and frame poles and pole structures
• Install and maintain conductors, crossarms, insulators, transformers, switches, and related equipment
• Perform conductor handling, rigging, sagging, and splicing
• Assist with routine inspections, troubleshooting, and system modifications
• Follow all OSHA, company, and safety program requirements while working around high-voltage electrical systems