North Carolina DoD SkillBridge Lineman Training Program (Active Duty Military Only)

Pike Corporation; North Carolina; On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Structured apprenticeship

Veteran support

Strong overtime potential

Job summary

A utility company in North Carolina seeks entry-level employees for training roles focused on installing and maintaining power infrastructure. This position is designed for transitioning service members with backgrounds in construction, maintenance, or related fields. Applicants should be open to outdoor work and able to follow strict safety protocols. The role promises a clear career path and is aligned with SkillBridge opportunities for veterans.

Qualifications

• Experience with construction, engineering, utilities, or maintenance.
• Ability to work outdoors in physically demanding environments.
• Familiarity with safety standards and operational procedures.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair power infrastructure.
• Work in a crew supporting utility partners.
• Follow strict safety standards.

Skills

Construction

Heavy equipment operation

Outdoor work

Safety-critical operations

Team-based work

Job description

Who This Role Is For

You do not need to be a lineman or electrician to apply. This role is ideal for transitioning service members who are eligible for 90-120 days of SkillBridge and who have experience in:

• Construction, engineering, utilities, or maintenance
• Heavy equipment or vehicle operation
• Working outdoors in physically demanding environments
• Safety‑critical or high‑risk operations
• Team‑based field work

If you’ve worked in austere conditions, followed detailed procedures, and relied on your team to get the job done—you already have the foundation.

What You’ll Do in Training and as an Entry Level Employee

• Install, maintain, and repair transmission, substation, or overhead/underground distribution power infrastructure in an On-the-Job training environment
• Work and train as part of a crew supporting critical infrastructure for our utility partners
• Follow strict safety standards and operational procedures
• In a training or entry level role you will not work directly with energized powerlines
• Travel and respond to storm or emergency restoration work when required

Military Experience We Value (Not Required)

• Engineers (Army 12‑Series, USMC 13xx)
• Seabees (BU, EO, CE, UT)
• Aviation or vehicle maintenance
• Motor transport / CDL‑eligible roles check out the FMCSA Military Waiver Programs for CDL
• Infantry or operations roles with field exposure

Why Choose Pike?

• Structured apprenticeship approved by the Departments of Labor and Veteran Affairs after your SkillBridge
• Veteran‑experienced leadership and crews
• Consistent work, strong overtime potential
• Long‑term career path (Groundman→ C Lineman→ B Lineman→ A Lineman→ Foreman → General Foreman→ Area Supervisor)
• Skills that directly support communities and national infrastructure

Transition Support

• SkillBridge participation required for this posting
• Recruiter is a veteran who can assist in translating military experience, we can connect through 50 Strong Mentorship program to discuss the program and your opportunities
• Completion of the program results in an offer of employment