Journeyman Lineman: Travel & Field Electric Work

Jobvite, Inc.; Hereford, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobvite, Inc. is seeking a skilled Lineman to maintain and repair overhead and underground electric transmission, distribution, and substation systems. Travel is required; work under Foreman or Superintendent and coordinate with crews to keep networks reliable.

Responsibilities include constructing and installing lines, operating digger-derricks and backhoes, wiring and testing equipment, and mentoring apprentices. A journeyman background and CDL are preferred, with strong safety compliance.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited apprenticeship program and journeyman lineman with at least 5 years of experience.
• Journeyman Lineman Card or verifiable work experience.
• Valid CDL license with excellent driving record preferred.

Responsibilities

• Constructs and installs overhead and underground distribution lines.
• Operates heavy and light equipment, including digger derricks, aerial lift devices and backhoes.
• Digs hole/trenches, sets poles, climbs poles, strings wire, place equipment and testing systems.
• Locates underground cable as requested by customers.
• Works on energized and de-energized lines.
• Participates in safety meetings and training of Apprentices.
• Performs after-hours duties and overtime as required.
• Willingness to travel and support crew rotations.

Skills

Overhead/underground distribution

Pole climbing

Digger derrick operation

Safety compliance

Travel willingness

Education

Accredited apprenticeship program + journeyman lineman

Journeyman Lineman Card or verifiable experience

Valid CDL license

Job description

Jobvite, Inc. is seeking a skilled Lineman to maintain and repair overhead and underground electric transmission, distribution, and substation systems. Travel is required; work under Foreman or Superintendent and coordinate with crews to keep networks reliable.

Responsibilities include constructing and installing lines, operating digger-derricks and backhoes, wiring and testing equipment, and mentoring apprentices. A journeyman background and CDL are preferred, with strong safety compliance.