Distribution Overhead Lineman 2nd Class

ISA Certified Arborist; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid time off

401(k) plan

Job summary

ISA Certified Arborist is seeking an Overhead 2nd Class Lineman to perform construction and maintenance of overhead electrical distribution lines in Virginia, Minnesota. Applicants should have at least 2 years of experience and a valid CDL.

The role requires climbing different structures, following safety standards, and maintaining equipment. The company offers a comprehensive benefits package, including healthcare and paid time off.

Qualifications

• 2 or more years of experience in electric work.
• Valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) required.
• Ability to travel and work in different locations.

Responsibilities

• Perform electrical work on overhead distribution lines.
• Comply with safety rules while working on energized systems.
• Maintain company vehicles and tools.

Skills

Electrical work

Climbing skills

Safety compliance

Customer orientation

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Climbing tools

Electrical tools

Job description

Position Purpose:

Overhead 2nd Class Lineman performs electrical work onsite, in the construction and maintenance of overhead electrical distribution and service lines, transformers, meters, metering equipment, electrical substations, and related equipment. Other tasks include climbing wood poles, ladders, and towers.

Primary Responsibilities:

You will work safely, complying with all company safety rules & policies, while performing new construction or maintenance work of energized and de-energized overhead work.

Comprehend job prints or work orders.

Install or remove overhead conductors, coverup, wood, steel, or concrete poles and supports.

With guidance, install or remove mechanical jumpers, capacitors, regulators, transformers, transformer banks, lightning arrestors, cutouts, crossarms, insulators, switches, switchgear, troubleshoot primary and secondary systems and clear faulted circuits.

SAG conductors.

With guidance, comply with Switching and Tagging procedures.

Practice Positive Control.

With guidance, install and remove personal and equipment grounds.

Maintain company vehicles, equipment, and tools in good working order.

Contribute to the development and delivery of the Pre-Job Briefing.

You must work from a bucket and/or climb different types of structures and have your own climbing tools.

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.

We also require you to speak and listen while performing job tasks. You will also frequently require 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 will perform tasks in outside weather conditions.

Driven

Team-Oriented

Customer Oriented

Required Qualifications:

2 or more years of experience

High School diploma or equivalent

Ability to travel and work for extended periods in different locations.

Valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) and acceptable driving record

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] .

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.

Travel Required

Yes