Overhead Lineman - Live-Line Expert, Travel Ready

Pike Electric, Inc. in; Abingdon (VA); On-site; USD 68,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

HSA & FSA

Employee Assistance Program

401(k) with company match

Life Insurance

Short-term Disability

Long-term Disability

Paid time off

Job summary

Pike Electric, LLC is seeking a Class A Lineman to construct and repair overhead distribution systems. The role requires working on energized and de-energized lines, with travel to various job sites as needed. You will report to the Foreman and operate safety-focused practices on a range of equipment.

The position offers a comprehensive benefits package and requires commitment to safety, teamwork, and flexibility for outages and emergencies.

Qualifications

• Five (5) years of recent overhead line experience.
• Valid CDL.
• Willing to travel long distances on short notice.
• Lift, carry, push, or pull materials and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Work for extended periods at job locations, including out‑of‑state assignments.
• Willing to work outside of normal business hours, including weekends, holidays, emergency callouts, and overtime.

Responsibilities

• Construct and repair overhead distribution systems safely.
• Lead crew members in absence of the Foreman and conduct pre-job safety briefings.
• Train and mentor apprentices and groundmen.
• Install and repair overhead power lines, poles, insulators and conductors.
• Perform live-line work using approved gloving and hot-stick techniques.
• Follow all safety protocols and PPE requirements.

Skills

Overhead line experience

CDL

Travel readiness

Live-line work

Safety procedures

Climb structures

Tools

Bucket trucks

Digger derricks

Pullers

Job description

Pike Electric, LLC is seeking a Class A Lineman to construct and repair overhead distribution systems. The role requires working on energized and de-energized lines, with travel to various job sites as needed. You will report to the Foreman and operate safety-focused practices on a range of equipment.

The position offers a comprehensive benefits package and requires commitment to safety, teamwork, and flexibility for outages and emergencies.