Lineman, Class C — Outdoor Electric Power Line Tech

Peak Utility Services Group; Kentucky; On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

5 Star Electric, LLC (5 Star) is a premier electrical contractor serving Kentucky and Texas, seeking a Lineman - C Class to join our team. The role involves outdoor line work, pole climbs, transformer connections, and on-site customer communication in diverse conditions.

Candidates should have 1–2 years of experience, possess a valid CDL A and medical card, and complete OSHA 10 within 60 days. Travel may be required, with overtime and storm work possible.

Qualifications

• Thorough knowledge of methods, practices and equipment of electrical line work.
• Knowledge of hazards of electrical work and necessary safety precautions.
• Ability to climb poles and perform strenuous duties in various weather.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions and communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Ability to work with angry or difficult customers.
• Skill in operating listed tools and equipment.
• Ability to read and record data from meter dials.
• Ability to work in inclement weather.
• Operate service truck.
• Digs holes and sets poles for electrical lines.
• String wire on new construction or in repairing line breaks.
• Sets and connects transformers and other electrical equipment.
• Climbs poles and makes necessary repairs.
• Trim trees along electrical lines and perform related work.
• Responds to work orders for disconnections, reconnections, new orders, and other public works.
• Maintains assigned tools and equipment.
• Stand on-call after working hours as needed.

Responsibilities

• Thorough knowledge of methods, practices and equipment of electrical line work.
• Follow safety precautions and electrical hazard awareness in daily tasks.
• Climb poles and perform strenuous duties in various weather conditions.
• Read and record data from meter dials and operate service truck as needed.
• Digs holes, sets poles, strings wire and connects transformers for installations or repairs.
• Respond to work orders, maintain tools, and stay on-call after hours.

Skills

Electrical line work

Safety awareness

Climbing poles

Effective communication

Heavy lifting

Job description

5 Star Electric, LLC (5 Star) is a premier electrical contractor serving Kentucky and Texas, seeking a Lineman - C Class to join our team. The role involves outdoor line work, pole climbs, transformer connections, and on-site customer communication in diverse conditions.

Candidates should have 1–2 years of experience, possess a valid CDL A and medical card, and complete OSHA 10 within 60 days. Travel may be required, with overtime and storm work possible.