Day-Shift Electric Line Technician - Public Service

Town of Louisburg; Louisburg (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Town of Louisburg is seeking an Electric Line Technician to join the electrical distribution team. The role spans from apprentice to Class I or II Technician, focused on building and maintaining the town’s power infrastructure.

Responsibilities include construction, maintenance, and repair of underground and overhead lines, working with a Line Crew Supervisor to keep the system safe and reliable for residents. Training through ElectriCities is available and encouraged.

Qualifications

• High school diploma supplemented by technical training in electrical principles.
• Experience in a skilled trade (preferably electrical) or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Possession of or ability to obtain a Class A North Carolina CDL.
• Possession of, or the ability to obtain, ElectriCities Line Tech certification.
• Strong knowledge of electrical principles, safety precautions, and the ability to maintain effective working relationships with the public.

Responsibilities

• System Maintenance: Assist in pulling primary/secondary lines, hanging transformers, and repairing street lights.
• Equipment Operation: Operate and maintain line trucks, bucket trucks, backhoes, trenchers, and other heavy equipment.
• Service Excellence: Respond to service calls for hook-ups, disconnections (including non-payment), and basic troubleshooting.
• Line Clearance: Perform tree trimming and clearing to ensure line safety.
• Construction: Dig trenches, set poles, and install underground cables and transformers.

Skills

Electrical principles

Safety procedures

Education

High school diploma with technical training in electrical principles

Tools

Bucket trucks

Backhoes

Trenchers

Job description

The Town of Louisburg is seeking an Electric Line Technician to join the electrical distribution team. The role spans from apprentice to Class I or II Technician, focused on building and maintaining the town’s power infrastructure.

Responsibilities include construction, maintenance, and repair of underground and overhead lines, working with a Line Crew Supervisor to keep the system safe and reliable for residents. Training through ElectriCities is available and encouraged.