Lineman Apprentice: Power Line Tech Trainee

Black & Veatch Corporation; North Carolina; On-site; USD 42,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Bird Electric Enterprises seeks a lineman helper to assist in installing and repairing cables for electrical power and distribution systems, following established plans and codes. You may erect poles and towers and travel to job sites to support field crews.

The role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and hands-on use of hand and power tools. Minimum qualifications include NCCER credentials and practical lineman craft knowledge, with a strong focus on physical readiness.

Qualifications

• NCCER Construction Craft Laborer certification or equivalent is preferred.
• Minimum hours in lineman craft and related safety training completed.
• Developing knowledge of installation or repair of cables or wires used in electrical power systems.

Responsibilities

• Assist with installation or repair of cables or wires for electrical power or distribution systems.
• Use hand and power tools to measure, cut, assemble, install, test or repair components per plans.
• Help install, maintain, inspect, test and repair distribution and transmission systems.
• Climb poles or use buckets to access equipment and travel to job sites as needed.
• Follow safety processes and report hazards to ensure zero injuries.

Skills

NCCER Construction Craft Laborer

Education

NCCER Core Curriculum or equivalent Craft Training Program

Job description

Bird Electric Enterprises seeks a lineman helper to assist in installing and repairing cables for electrical power and distribution systems, following established plans and codes. You may erect poles and towers and travel to job sites to support field crews.

The role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and hands-on use of hand and power tools. Minimum qualifications include NCCER credentials and practical lineman craft knowledge, with a strong focus on physical readiness.