Journeyman Lineman: High-Voltage, On-Call & Travel

Public Service Co. of OK; United States; On-site; USD 56,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

Public Service Co. of OK is seeking a lineman to build, repair and maintain electrical transmission and distribution systems. The role involves working on energized lines with protective gear and performing energized line work from poles or bucket trucks. Safety and compliance are essential in all tasks.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED, 4+ years line experience, and a valid CDL A. Travel and overtime may be required, with a strong emphasis on safe, precise execution of duties.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 4 years line work experience preferred.
• Journeyman pre‑assessment completion required.

Responsibilities

• Climbs poles or rides in bucket to install or repair wires, arms, insulators or other hardware on poles.
• Installs and repairs underground facilities such as cable, transformers, potheads and pedestals.
• Installs pole hardware and such auxiliary equipment as transformers, lightning arresters, switches, fuses and insulators, using hand tools and mechanical devices.
• Covers energized lines with rubber goods to facilitate safe handling of high-voltage lines without interrupting service.
• Uses insulated poles (hot sticks) fitted with mechanically or hydraulically operated grasping and crimping tools and/or rubber gloves and sleeves to perform energized line work.
• May service streetlight systems.
• May patrol power lines.
• Perform similar or less skilled work as assigned.

Skills

Climb poles

Safety procedures

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

CDL A license

Job description

Public Service Co. of OK is seeking a lineman to build, repair and maintain electrical transmission and distribution systems. The role involves working on energized lines with protective gear and performing energized line work from poles or bucket trucks. Safety and compliance are essential in all tasks.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED, 4+ years line experience, and a valid CDL A. Travel and overtime may be required, with a strong emphasis on safe, precise execution of duties.