Florida DoD SkillBridge Lineman Training Program (Active Duty Military Only)

Pike Corporation; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Structured apprenticeship program

Veteran mentorship support

Strong overtime potential

Job summary

A leading utility service provider seeks individuals for an entry-level role focused on the installation and maintenance of power infrastructure. Ideal candidates have backgrounds in construction or maintenance. The position includes structured training with potential for skilled work supporting critical infrastructure. Veterans are encouraged to apply as they can benefit from a SkillBridge apprenticeship program, leading to a long-term career path within the company.

Qualifications

• Experience in construction, engineering, utilities, or maintenance.
• Willingness to work outdoors in physically demanding environments.
• Ability to follow strict safety standards and operational procedures.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair power infrastructure during training.
• Work as part of a crew supporting utility partners.
• Travel for storm or emergency restoration work when required.

Skills

Team-based field work

Heavy equipment operation

Safety-critical operations

Construction or maintenance experience

Job description

Who This Role Is For

You do not need to be a lineman or electrician to apply. This role is ideal for transitioning service members who are eligible for 90-120 days of SkillBridge and who have experience in the following areas:

• Construction, engineering, utilities, or maintenance
• Heavy equipment or vehicle operation
• Working outdoors in physically demanding environments
• Safety‑critical or high‑risk operations
• Team‑based field work

Those who have worked in austere conditions, followed detailed procedures, and relied on their team to get the job done already have the foundation.

What You’ll Do in Training and as an Entry Level Employee

• Install, maintain, and repair transmission, substation, or overhead/underground distribution power infrastructure in an on‑the‑job training environment
• Work and train as part of a crew supporting critical infrastructure for our utility partners
• Follow strict safety standards and operational procedures
• In a training or entry level role you will not work directly with energized powerlines
• Travel and respond to storm or emergency restoration work when required

Military Experience We Value (Not Required)

• Engineers (Army 12‑Series, USMC 13xx)
• Seabees (BU, EO, CE, UT)
• Aviation or vehicle maintenance
• Motor transport / CDL‑eligible roles
• Infantry or operations roles with field exposure

Why Choose Pike?

• Structured apprenticeship approved by the Departments of Labor and Veteran Affairs after your SkillBridge
• Veteran‑experienced leadership and crews
• Consistent work, strong overtime potential
• Long‑term career path: Groundman → C Lineman → B Lineman → A Lineman → Foreman → General Foreman → Area Supervisor
• Skills that directly support communities and national infrastructure

Transition Support

• SkillBridge participation required for this posting
• Recruiter is a veteran who can assist in translating military experience and connect through the 50 Strong Mentorship program to discuss opportunities
• Completion of the program results in an offer of employment

We are not a school; we offer this training with the goal of employment as the end state outcome.