Distribution Journeyman Lineman: Grid Reliability

Southern California Edison; Blythe (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Southern California Edison is hiring a Distribution Journeyman Lineman to install, maintain, and repair overhead and underground distribution systems in California. The role emphasizes safe operation of equipment, teamwork, and mentoring apprentices while handling energized lines and related infrastructure.

The position requires a certified Journeyman Lineman with a Journeyman card and a valid Class A license, with experience climbing poles and working with utility structures.

Qualifications

• Certified Journeyman Lineman with a Journeyman Lineman card.
• Weight under 285 pounds due to safety equipment restrictions.
• Valid Class A motor vehicle operator's license.
• Experience working with utility poles including ascending/descending climbing.

Responsibilities

• Installs, removes, maintains, and repairs overhead and underground distribution and communication systems.
• Installs and removes equipment such as poles, cross arms, towers, enclosures, ducts and piping and electrical apparatus.
• Installs, removes, splices, bonds, terminates, and tests conductor and cable.
• Connects, tests, adjusts, repairs, and maintains electrical equipment and apparatus.
• Operate test equipment and construction vehicles as required.
• Collaborate with apprentices and helpers, promoting safety and best practices.

Skills

Journeyman Lineman

Lineman card

Class A license

Pole climbing

Job description

Southern California Edison is hiring a Distribution Journeyman Lineman to install, maintain, and repair overhead and underground distribution systems in California. The role emphasizes safe operation of equipment, teamwork, and mentoring apprentices while handling energized lines and related infrastructure.

The position requires a certified Journeyman Lineman with a Journeyman card and a valid Class A license, with experience climbing poles and working with utility structures.