Lineman Apprentice: Power Transmission Field Tech

Forbes Bros. Group of Companies; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Forbes Bros. Group of Companies in the Charleston area is seeking an Apprentice Lineman Technician to assist in building and maintaining power transmission and distribution systems. You will install, inspect, and repair lines, support underground cables, and learn site plans under supervision.

You must be willing to pursue Lineman certification, travel to project sites, work overtime, and adhere to safety standards in a demanding field environment. Prior utility exposure is a plus.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months experience as an Apprentice Lineman Technician or related role.
• Experience with overhead/underground T&D systems preferred.
• Willingness to enroll in Lineman certification.
• Ability to work safely in varied weather and environments.

Responsibilities

• Install, inspect, maintain, and repair high and low voltage transmission and distribution electrical grid.
• Troubleshoot and repair overhead distribution and transmission lines.
• Maintain interior, exterior, overhead, and underground distribution systems.
• Install and maintain cables making part of power distribution systems.
• Assist in the construction, maintenance and removal of underground and overhead lines and equipment.

Skills

Color vision

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Problem solving

Time management

Communication

Manual labor

Physical stamina

Job description

Forbes Bros. Group of Companies in the Charleston area is seeking an Apprentice Lineman Technician to assist in building and maintaining power transmission and distribution systems. You will install, inspect, and repair lines, support underground cables, and learn site plans under supervision.

You must be willing to pursue Lineman certification, travel to project sites, work overtime, and adhere to safety standards in a demanding field environment. Prior utility exposure is a plus.