Entry-Level Transmission Line Operator

Pike Engineering; Dalton (AR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

GI Bill apprenticeship benefits

Job summary

Pike Electric, LLC is seeking an Equipment Operator for entry level work in the construction, maintenance and repair of electrical transmission systems. The role involves safely performing overhead line construction, stringing wire, setting poles, and assisting with transformers and switchgear.

Applicants should be capable of rigorous physical labor, operating heavy equipment, and have a valid CDL. Willingness to travel and work overtime, including weekends, is essential.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform rigorous physical labor.
• Understand operation of heavy equipment.
• Know basic rigging, hand lines, and lineman knot tying.
• Must have valid CDL.
• Able to lift in excess of 50 lbs.
• Willing to travel across regions.
• Willing to work overtime and weekends as required.

Responsibilities

• Perform construction, maintenance or repair work on energized and de-energized overhead lines.
• String overhead wire; set poles and anchors.
• Assist with installing transformers, insulators and switchgear.
• Assist in replacing fuses and faulted circuits.
• Maintain company vehicles and tools; ensure safe operation.

Skills

Physical labor

Heavy equipment operation

Rigging basics

Lineman knot tying

Hand tools usage

Voltage identification

Fall protection awareness

CDL

Travel availability

OT availability

Tools

Kellum grips

Job description

Pike Electric, LLC is seeking an Equipment Operator for entry level work in the construction, maintenance and repair of electrical transmission systems. The role involves safely performing overhead line construction, stringing wire, setting poles, and assisting with transformers and switchgear.

Applicants should be capable of rigorous physical labor, operating heavy equipment, and have a valid CDL. Willingness to travel and work overtime, including weekends, is essential.