Overhead Lineman – Storm Response & Power Delivery

Asplundh; Taylorsville (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/Dental/Vision Insurance

Short/Long Term Disability

Matching 401(k) Plan

Paid Holidays and Vacation

FR Clothing Provided

Employee Payroll Deduction Program

Job summary

Asplundh in Taylorsville, NC is seeking an Overhead Distribution A Lineperson to install and repair overhead distribution and transmission systems, including poles, cables, transformers, and switches. The role involves working on energized lines and performing maintenance and construction tasks while following all safety rules.

Qualified candidates have at least 4 years of electrical linework experience, can climb structures, operate heavy equipment, and hold a valid driver’s license (CDL

Qualifications

• 4+ years of electrical linework experience.
• Proof of work experience, schooling, and any certifications obtained.
• Valid driver’s license preferred, CDL preferred or willingness to obtain CDL within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Setting of poles and anchors; stringing overhead wire.
• Installing transformers, lightning arrestors, cutouts, crossarms, insulators, switches, and switchgear.
• Maintenance or repair on energized and de-energized overhead lines while following Safety and Health rules.
• Troubleshooting issues with primary and secondary systems.
• Replacing cutout fuses and clearing faulted circuits and systems.
• Daily testing and inspection of tools and equipment for safety and efficiency.
• Report injuries, near misses, and safety concerns to Foreperson.
• Other duties related to overhead power supply installation as needed.

Skills

Heavy equipment knowledge

Problem solving

High voltage systems

Climbing structures

Tool operation

Tools

Bucket truck

Digger Derrick truck

Tensioners

Puller

Rollers

Hand tamp

Chain saw

Concrete saw

Shovel

Job description

Asplundh in Taylorsville, NC is seeking an Overhead Distribution A Lineperson to install and repair overhead distribution and transmission systems, including poles, cables, transformers, and switches. The role involves working on energized lines and performing maintenance and construction tasks while following all safety rules.

Qualified candidates have at least 4 years of electrical linework experience, can climb structures, operate heavy equipment, and hold a valid driver’s license (CDL