Distribution Overhead Lineman 1st Class- Ocean Isle, NC

ISA Certified Arborist; Ocean Isle Beach (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Company holidays

401(k) plan

Voluntary benefits

Job summary

River City Construction is seeking a Distribution Overhead Lineman 1st Class for Ocean Isle, NC. The role involves constructing and maintaining overhead distribution lines across multiple locations, with travel to support storm work and emergencies.

Responsibilities include leading crews in the Foreman’s absence, installing poles, transformers, and switchgear, and troubleshooting primary and secondary systems. A CDL and ability to work high voltage lines are preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3-5 years of recent field experience.
• Work across multiple locations.
• Lift more than 50 lbs.
• Willing to work overtime when requested.
• Willingness to glove/work live high voltage power lines.

Responsibilities

• Lead crew members in the absence of the Foreman.
• Set poles and anchors.
• Install transformers, lightning arrestors, cutouts, crossarms, insulators, switches, and switchgear.
• Troubleshoot trouble in primary and secondary systems.
• Replace cutout fuses and clear faulted circuits and systems.
• Frequently work with energized high voltage systems requiring skill and care to protect lives.
• Maintain company vehicles, equipment, and tools in good working order.
• Perform rigorous physical labor.
• Understand grounding procedures.
• Climb different types of structures and use necessary tools.
• Plan safe work based on a job print or work order.
• Conduct pre-job or tailgate briefings.
• Travel as required for storm work and emergencies.

Skills

Teamwork

Safety conscious

High voltage awareness

Physical stamina

Overhead line work

Education

CDL License

Job description

Distribution Overhead Lineman 1st Class- Ocean Isle, NC

Job Category: Operations

Requisition Number: DISTR019453

• Posted : September 9, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site

Locations

Showing 1 location

• Travel Required : Yes

Description

Department: Operations

Reports To: Overhead Foreman

FLSA Status: Non- Exempt

Location: Ocean Isle, NC

Position Purpose:

Overhead 1st class is an experienced position in the construction and maintenance of electrical overhead distribution systems. You will work at multiple locations and may also require travel to another state, depending on customer demands.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead crew members in the absence of the Foreman.
• Set poles and anchors.
• Install transformers, lightening arrestors, cutouts, crossarms, insulators, switches, and switchgear.
• Troubleshoot trouble in primary and secondary systems.
• Replace cutout fuses and clear faulted circuits and systems.
• Frequently work with energized high voltage systems requiring skill and care to protect the lives of themselves and others.
• Maintain company vehicles, equipment, and tools in good working order.
• Perform rigorous physical labor.
• Can identify primary and secondary voltage on a circuit.
• Must be familiar with induced voltage.
• Understand grounding procedures.
• Work at heights or confined spaces.
• Install and remove PPE and cover up.
• Must be able to climb different types of structures (wood, steel) and have the necessary tools to do so.
• Must understand how to phase out a line using phasing sticks.
• Plan safe work based on a job print or work order.
• Understand how to obtain a one shot on a recloser.
• Can conduct a pre-job or tailgate briefing.
• Can safely perform a reconductoring job.
• Safely install and remove mechanical jumpers.
• Understand how to use a load bust tool.
• Does all other related work to complete the job.
• Can work outside, frequently in inclement weather conditions.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the responsibilities of this job, you talk or hear. Frequently, the job requires you to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle and feel; and reach with hands and arms.

While performing the responsibilities of this job, you are frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. You are occasionally exposed to a variety of extreme conditions at construction sites. The noise level in the work environment and job sites can be loud. You perform this position in outside weather conditions.

• Team-Oriented
• Customer Oriented
• Can follow Company safety rules and all other Company policies.

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum 3-5 years of recent field experience.
• Work for extended periods in multiple locations.
• Lift more than 50 lbs.
• Knowledge of inspecting rubber goods and PPE.
• Willing to work overtime when requested.
• Willingness to glove/work live high voltage power lines.

Preferred Qualifications:

• CDL License or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire

We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the well-being of our employees and their families. Our benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, company-paid holidays, a 401(k) plan, and numerous voluntary benefits.

Special Position Requirements:

This is a safety sensitive position, and all applicable policies including drug testing and background checks will apply.

Reasonable Accommodations:

River City Construction is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all federal, state, and local nondiscrimination laws, including the ADA. If you need reasonable accommodation during the application or hiring process, please contact our Human Resources Department at [phone] or email [e-mail] .

Equal Opportunity Employer

This employer requires notifying all applicants of their rights under federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

River City Construction provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment. This means without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, River City complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which we have facilities. *

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Travel Required

Yes . Travel Required during storm work and emergencies

Equal Opportunity Employer
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.