Overhead Lineman: Live-Line & Outage Readiness

Pike Electric, Inc. in; Americus (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

HSA and spending accounts

EAP

401(k) with company match

Life insurance and disability

Job summary

Pike Electric, LLC is seeking an entry-level Class C Lineman to construct and repair electric distribution systems. This role involves work on energized and de-energized lines, travel to out-of-state sites as needed, and reporting to the Foreman.

Responsibilities include constructing and maintaining overhead lines, climbing various structures, and operating bucket trucks and related equipment. The position requires safety-first mindset and readiness for diverse weather and on-call rotations.

Qualifications

• Two (2) years of relevant field experience.
• Valid Commercial Driver's License (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.

Responsibilities

• Perform new construction, maintain and repair overhead distribution systems while prioritizing safety.
• Help install and repair overhead power lines, poles, insulators, conductors and related hardware.
• Climb structures using approved methods and equipment.
• Work at heights and in confined spaces near energized equipment.
• Operate and maintain bucket trucks, digger derricks and other line equipment.
• Work outdoors in varying environmental conditions, including extreme heat, cold, rain and wind.
• Be available for outages, storms, emergencies including on-call rotation.
• Perform live-line work using insulated gloves and hot sticks.
• Follow safety protocols and PPE requirements.

Skills

CDL

Field experience

Travel readiness

Lifting 50 lbs

Out-of-state work

Job description

Pike Electric, LLC is seeking an entry-level Class C Lineman to construct and repair electric distribution systems. This role involves work on energized and de-energized lines, travel to out-of-state sites as needed, and reporting to the Foreman.

Responsibilities include constructing and maintaining overhead lines, climbing various structures, and operating bucket trucks and related equipment. The position requires safety-first mindset and readiness for diverse weather and on-call rotations.