Lineman, Trans (Traveling)

NV Energy; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

NV Energy, serving Nevada communities including Reno-Sparks, seeks a qualified Transmission Lineman to support high‑voltage line work across multiple sites, including out-of-town projects. This role requires expertise with energized circuits at 110KV and higher and switching operations.

Expect extensive travel and adherence to safety and regulatory standards to ensure reliable service. Candidates must meet DOT/FMCSA drug and alcohol testing requirements before starting and throughout employment

Qualifications

• DOT/FMCSA regulated drug and alcohol testing prior to commencing new role.
• License/qualification to operate on energized circuits 110KV+ and perform switching.
• Mandatory drug test if offered employment, transfer, or promotion will be revoked if test fails.

Responsibilities

• Perform work on energized circuits of 110KV or greater and switching as qualified.
• Travel on out-of-town projects as needed to support transmission lineman duties.
• Maintain safety and compliance with DOT/FMCSA programs and NV Energy policies.

Job description

Job Description

Responsibilities

7332 LINEMAN, TRANSMISSION (TRAVELING)

An employee who is qualified by training and on-the-job experience to perform work on energized circuits of 110KV or greater. Must be qualified to perform switching. His background and training must qualify him to perform all duties associated with Lineman work at normal distribution voltages as well as work on 110KV, 230KV, 345KV, or higher transmission line voltages. May be required to spend a significant amount of time on out-of-town projects.

Qualifications

This position is regulated by the Department of Transportation (DOT) and the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) under Title 49 CFR Part 382 and Part 40. Any applicant/employee who is licensed and would operate a commercial vehicle for the Company will be subject to drug and alcohol testing under the Company's FMCSA drug and alcohol testing programs. Any employment, transfer, or promotion offer made for this position is contingent upon taking and passing a drug test prior to the commencement of the new role. If an applicant/employee fails the drug test, any offer of employment, transfer, or promotion will be revoked.

About Us

NV Energy is looking for qualified people to join us in one of the premier energy companies in the West. Located in the fastest growing state in the United States, NV Energy provides electricity to 1.3 million customers throughout Nevada as well as a state tourist population exceeding 40 million annually. Among the many communities we serve are Las Vegas, Reno-Sparks, Henderson, Elko and South Lake Tahoe. We also provide natural gas to more than 155,000 citizens in the Reno-Sparks area.

About The Team

NV Energy is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or religious creed, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status (except as required by law), gender (including gender identity and expression), sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, familial or parental status, marital status or any other category protected by applicable local, state or U.S. federal law. Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without an accommodation.