Overhead Lineman - Live-Line Specialist

Pike Corporation; North Fort Myers (FL); On-site; USD 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Life insurance and disability

Job summary

Pike Corporation is seeking a Class A Lineman to construct and repair electrical overhead distribution systems. You will work on energized lines, travel to job sites, and report to the Foreman. The role emphasizes safety and hands-on field work with various equipment including bucket trucks and digger derricks.

The position requires climbing structures, working outdoors in varied conditions, and availability for outages and emergency callouts. CDL is required and out-of-state travel is common.

Qualifications

• Five years of overhead line experience required.
• CDL required.
• Willing to travel long distances on short notice.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Willing to work extended hours, including nights, weekends, and emergencies.

Responsibilities

• Perform construction, maintenance, and repair of overhead distribution systems, energized and de-energized.
• Lead crew in absence of supervisor and conduct safety briefings.
• Train and mentor apprentices and groundmen.
• Install and repair overhead lines, poles, insulators, and conductors.
• Follow switching, tagging, grounding procedures and use proper PPE.

Skills

Five years overhead line experience

CDL

Safety awareness

Willingness to travel

Hazard awareness

Tools

Bucket truck

Digger derrick

Hot-sticks and gloves

Job description

Pike Corporation is seeking a Class A Lineman to construct and repair electrical overhead distribution systems. You will work on energized lines, travel to job sites, and report to the Foreman. The role emphasizes safety and hands-on field work with various equipment including bucket trucks and digger derricks.

The position requires climbing structures, working outdoors in varied conditions, and availability for outages and emergency callouts. CDL is required and out-of-state travel is common.