Journeyman Lineman: High-Voltage Field Technician

Saber-Power-Services; Semmes (AL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Saber Power Services is seeking an experienced Journeyman Lineman to join our transmission and distribution team in Alabama. The role involves building, maintaining, and repairing overhead and underground power lines, with duties including climbing poles and working at heights, reading blueprints, and ensuring safety compliance.

The ideal candidate has a Journeyman Lineman apprenticeship, a valid certification, CDL or ability to obtain, and a proven track record in high-voltage systems.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited Journeyman Lineman apprenticeship program.
• Valid Journeyman Lineman certification or card (e.g., IBEW, NWLTC, or equivalent).
• CDL Class A or ability to obtain within 60 days.
• Minimum 4 years of experience in line construction/maintenance.
• Experience on high-voltage transmission (69kV–500kV) and/or substation tie-ins.
• Live-line work experience (rubber glove or hot stick).
• First Aid/CPR and OSHA 10 or 30 certification.
• Must pass pre-employment drug test and background check.
• Knowledge of OSHA, NESC, and utility safety practices.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Build, maintain, and repair overhead and underground power lines and equipment.
• String, sag, splice, terminate, and connect conductor on structures and poles.
• Set poles, install transformers, switchgear, and other line equipment.
• Climb poles and work at heights up to 100+ feet with fall protection.
• Operate aerial lifts, bucket trucks, digger derricks, and other line construction equipment.
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and job specifications.
• Identify and troubleshoot problems on electrical lines and equipment.
• Adhere to safety policies, procedures, and OSHA/industry standards.
• Participate in tailboard meetings and job briefings.
• Work in various weather conditions, during regular hours and emergency response situations.
• Train and mentor apprentices and groundmen as needed.
• Perform other job-related duties as requested by management.

Skills

Journeyman Lineman apprenticeship

Valid Journeyman Lineman certification

CDL Class A or ability to obtain

Experience in line construction &

High-voltage transmission experience (

Live-line work

First Aid/CPR and OSHA 10 or 30

Pre-employment drug test andBackground

OSHA/NESC safety knowledge

Teamwork / independent work

Education

Journeyman Lineman apprenticeship program

Job description

Saber Power Services is seeking an experienced Journeyman Lineman to join our transmission and distribution team in Alabama. The role involves building, maintaining, and repairing overhead and underground power lines, with duties including climbing poles and working at heights, reading blueprints, and ensuring safety compliance.

The ideal candidate has a Journeyman Lineman apprenticeship, a valid certification, CDL or ability to obtain, and a proven track record in high-voltage systems.