Journeyman Lineman – Overhead Distribution (Raleigh, NC)

150 Primoris T&D Services, LLC; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Health/dental/vision + LTD/STD

401(k) with company match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off & holidays

Pet coverage

Overtime opportunities

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Primoris T&D Services, LLC seeks an experienced Journeyman Lineman for overhead distribution work in Raleigh, NC. You will construct, maintain, and repair overhead lines, and perform energized and de-energized work with a strong emphasis on safety and teamwork.

You will read blueprints, operate bucket trucks and line tools, and guide apprentices while ensuring compliance with safety standards. This role supports outages and storm restoration with potential overtime.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Completion of a recognized lineworker apprenticeship or equivalent journeyman-level training and experience.
• Experience performing overhead electrical distribution work at the journeyman level.
• Knowledge of electrical theory, distribution systems, and safe work practices.
• Proficiency with line construction tools and equipment.
• Ability to work at heights and outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Strong troubleshooting, communication, and teamwork skills.
• Valid driver’s license; Class A CDL as required for assigned duties.
• Ability to perform the essential physical functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Responsibilities

• Construct, maintain, and repair overhead distribution lines, poles, conductors, transformers, and related equipment.
• Perform energized and de-energized work within established qualifications and safety procedures.
• Perform switching, grounding, and tagging procedures as authorized.
• Troubleshoot overhead distribution systems.
• Operate bucket trucks, digger derricks, and hand and power tools as qualified.
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and work orders.
• Follow company safety standards and applicable requirements.
• Provide guidance to apprentices and less experienced crew members.
• Maintain accurate records of work performed and materials used.
• Support emergency outages and storm restoration, including overtime and adverse weather conditions, as needed.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Communication

Teamwork

Safety procedures

Education

HS diploma or GED

Lineworker apprenticeship

Tools

Bucket trucks

Digger derricks

Line construction tools

Job description

Job Overview

Primoris Services Corporation is seeking an experienced Journeyman Lineman for overhead distribution work in Raleigh, NC. This position supports the construction, maintenance, and repair of overhead electrical distribution systems.

Job Responsibilities

• Construct, maintain, and repair overhead distribution lines, poles, conductors, transformers, and related equipment.
• Perform energized and de-energized work within established qualifications and safety procedures.
• Perform switching, grounding, and tagging procedures as authorized.
• Troubleshoot overhead distribution systems.
• Operate bucket trucks, digger derricks, and hand and power tools as qualified.
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and work orders.
• Follow company safety standards and applicable requirements.
• Provide guidance to apprentices and less experienced crew members.
• Maintain accurate records of work performed and materials used.
• Support emergency outages and storm restoration, including overtime and adverse weather conditions, as needed.

Job Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Completion of a recognized lineworker apprenticeship or equivalent journeyman-level training and experience.
• Experience performing overhead electrical distribution work at the journeyman level.
• Knowledge of electrical theory, distribution systems, and safe work practices.
• Proficiency with line construction tools and equipment.
• Ability to work at heights and outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Strong troubleshooting, communication, and teamwork skills.
• Valid driver’s license; Class A CDL as required for assigned duties.
• Ability to perform the essential physical functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Company Overview

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation paid weekly.
• Best-in-class; Medical, Dental, Vision, and LTD/STD.
• 401(k) with company match, vested day-one.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan [ESPP].
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• Paid Time Off, Holiday Pay, and Community Service Paid Time Off.
• Pet Coverage \"For our Furry Friends\" Legal Assistance Coverage Award winning safety programs.
• Overtime opportunities.
• Growth Opportunities.
• And more.

EEO Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Agency Statement

We are not accepting resumes from Third Party Recruiting Firms for this position. If you are an Agency or Search firm representative, contact the Primoris Talent Acquisition Manager directly for consideration. Primoris or its subsidiaries will not be responsible for any fees arising from the use of resumes and online response forms through this source. In addition, Primoris or its subsidiaries will not be responsible for any fees on unsolicited resumes that are submitted to any member of the Staffing or Operations team. Primoris has established an approved vendor program for this service and will only consider accepting submissions from those approved firms. For consideration in becoming an approved vendor, contact HR.

Power Your Potential

As a premier specialty contractor, we deliver critical infrastructure services to the utility and energy markets throughout the United States and Canada. We’re proud to provide unmatched value to our clients, a safe work environment to our employees, and innovation to our communities. When you’re part of our team, the opportunities are endless. From career advancement to worldclass benefits, we value, safeguard, invest in, and motivate our employees as we build the future, together. Join us today!