Entry-Level Lineman – Overhead Electric Distribution

Pike Electric, Inc.; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Pike Electric, Inc. is seeking an entry-level Class C Lineman to build and repair overhead distribution lines.

You will work on energized and de-energized powerlines, potentially traveling to different job sites, including out-of-state locations, under the supervision of a Foreman. This role emphasizes safety, climbing structures, operating bucket trucks and other equipment, and performing live-line work with approved glove and hot-stick techniques.

Qualifications

• Two (2) years of relevant field experience.
• Valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL).
• Willing to travel long distances on short notice.
• Lift, carry, push, or pull materials and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Work for extended periods at job locations, including out-of-state assignments.
• Willing to work outside of normal business hours, including weekends, holidays, emergency callouts, and overtime.

Responsibilities

• Perform new construction, maintain and repair overhead distribution systems while safety first.
• Help install and repair overhead power lines, poles, insulators, conductors and related hardware.
• Climb different structures (wood, steel, concrete) using approved climbing methods and equipment.
• Work at heights, in confined spaces, and in proximity to energized equipment.
• Operate and maintain bucket trucks, digger derricks, tensioners and pullers and other overhead line equipment.
• Work outdoors in varying environmental conditions, including extreme heat, cold, rain, wind, and inclement weather.
• Available to work outages, storms, emergencies including on call rotation.
• Perform live-line work using approved gloving and hot-stick techniques of energized lines, including troubleshooting and fault locating.
• Follow all safety protocols including PPE use and possess a comprehensive understanding of insulated protective cover to isolate differences of potential.

Skills

Willing to travel

Overtime availability

Safety-conscious

Job description

Pike Electric, Inc. is seeking an entry-level Class C Lineman to build and repair overhead distribution lines.

You will work on energized and de-energized powerlines, potentially traveling to different job sites, including out-of-state locations, under the supervision of a Foreman. This role emphasizes safety, climbing structures, operating bucket trucks and other equipment, and performing live-line work with approved glove and hot-stick techniques.