Distribution Overhead Lineman 3rd Class -Alexandria, VA

ISA Certified Arborist; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid time off

401(k) plan

Voluntary benefits

Job summary

River City Construction is seeking an entry-level Overhead 3rd Class Lineman to assist in the construction and maintenance of overhead electrical distribution lines, transformers, meters, and related equipment at job sites. Expect climbing wood poles, ladders, and towers while working on energized and de-energized systems.

You will follow safety rules, support installation or removal of conductors and equipment, frame/install poles, maintain vehicles and tools, and participate in pre-job

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in a related role.
• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) and acceptable driving record.
• Ability to communicate in English, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to travel and work at different locations for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Work safely and follow all company safety rules and policies on energized and de-energized overhead work.
• Assist in installation or removal of overhead conductors, capacitors, regulators, transformers, switchgear, and related equipment.
• Frame, install, or remove wood, steel, or concrete poles and supports.
• Maintain company vehicles, equipment, PPE, and tools in good working order.
• Contribute to the Pre-Job Briefing.

Skills

English (written & spoken)

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

CDL Class A

Job description

Job Category: Operations

Requisition Number: DISTR019191

• Posted : August 26, 2026


• Full-Time


• On-site

Locations

Showing 1 location

• Pay or shift range: $19 USD to $32 USD This is an estimated pay range for this position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications and other job-related reasons.


• Travel Required : Yes

Description

Department: Operations

Reports To: Overhead Foreman

FLSA Status: Non- Exempt

Position Purpose:

Overhead 3rd Class Lineman is an entry level lineman position 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. Employees perform tasks on the job site.

Primary Responsibilities:

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

Support the installation or removal of overhead conductors, capacitors, regulators, transformers, transformer banks, lightening arrestors, cutouts, crossarms, insulators, switches and switchgear.

Frame, install, or remove wood, steel, or concrete poles and supports.

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

Contribute to the Pre-Job Briefing.

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 job 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:

1 or more years of experience

High School diploma or equivalent

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

Communicate in English, both orally and written.

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

We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the well-being of our employees and their families.

• medical coverage


• dental coverage


• vision coverage


• paid time off


• company-paid holidays


• a 401(k) plan


• 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 without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability 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 may be required during storms 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.