Lead Overhead Lineman: Field Tech for Outages & Travel

Pike Corporation; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

HSA & FSAs

EAP

401(k) Match

Life & Disability

PTO & Holidays

Job summary

Pike Corporation in Dallas, TX is seeking a Class A Lineman to construct and repair overhead distribution systems, work on energized and de-energized lines, and travel to job sites as needed. You will report to the Foreman and lead crews in the absence of the I/C, train apprentices, operate bucket trucks and other line equipment, and perform live-line work with proper PPE. This role requires safety-first discipline and flexibility for outages and emergencies.

Qualifications

• Five (5) years of overhead line experience.
• Valid CDL is required.
• Willing to travel long distances on short notice.
• Lift, carry, push, or pull materials and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Work for extended periods at job locations, including out‑of‑state assignments.

Responsibilities

• Perform new construction, maintain and repair energized and de‑energized overhead distribution systems while putting safety first.
• Lead crew members in the absence of the Employee in Charge and conduct pre-job and tailgate safety briefings.
• Train and mentor apprentices and groundmen.
• Install and repair overhead power lines, poles, insulators, conductors and related hardware.
• Comprehensive knowledge of switching and tagging procedures, grounding and induced voltage on energized and de-energized lines while using the proper tools and test equipment.
• Climb different structures (wood, steel, concrete) using approved climbing methods and equipment.

Skills

Overhead line experience

Safety conscious

Physical stamina

Team leadership

Education

CDL License

Tools

Bucket trucks

Digger Derricks

Tensioners

Pullers

Job description

Pike Corporation in Dallas, TX is seeking a Class A Lineman to construct and repair overhead distribution systems, work on energized and de-energized lines, and travel to job sites as needed. You will report to the Foreman and lead crews in the absence of the I/C, train apprentices, operate bucket trucks and other line equipment, and perform live-line work with proper PPE. This role requires safety-first discipline and flexibility for outages and emergencies.