Overhead Lineman I - Lead Crew, Travel Ready

ISA Certified Arborist; Fayetteville (NC); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401K

Job summary

XKIG is seeking a Distribution Overhead Lineman 1st Class in Fayetteville, NC for a full-time, on-site role supporting overhead distribution construction and maintenance, with travel as needed to meet customer demands.

You will lead crews in the Foreman's absence, install equipment, troubleshoot high‑voltage systems, and ensure safety while working outdoors in all weather. Requires 3–5 years field experience and CDL or ability to obtain within 90 days.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of recent field experience.
• Lift more than 50 lbs.
• Willing to work overtime and in all weather.
• Willingness to glove/work live high voltage power lines.
• CDL License or ability to obtain within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Lead crew members in the absence of the Foreman.
• Set poles and anchors.
• Install transformers, lightening arrestors, cutouts, crossarms, insulators, switches, and switchgear.
• Troubleshoot trouble in primary and secondary systems.
• Replace cutout fuses and clear faulted circuits and systems.
• Safely perform reconductoring and install/remove PPE.

Skills

Teamwork

Safety conscious

Outdoor work

Physical stamina

Problem solving

Education

CDL License or ability to obtain within 90 days

Job description

XKIG is seeking a Distribution Overhead Lineman 1st Class in Fayetteville, NC for a full-time, on-site role supporting overhead distribution construction and maintenance, with travel as needed to meet customer demands.

You will lead crews in the Foreman's absence, install equipment, troubleshoot high‑voltage systems, and ensure safety while working outdoors in all weather. Requires 3–5 years field experience and CDL or ability to obtain within 90 days.