Overhead Lineman - Travel, Live-Line Skills & Safety

Pike Corporation; Manassas (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

HSA and spending accounts

EAP

401(k) with company match

Life Insurance

Disability cover (short/long term)

Paid time off

Job summary

Pike Electric LLC is seeking a Class A Lineman to construct and repair overhead distribution systems on energized and de-energized lines. Travel to multiple job sites, including out-of-state locations, may be required. You will report to the Foreman and work in varying conditions and schedules.

The role emphasizes safety, hands-on line work, and mentoring apprentices, with opportunities for on-call rotations and live-line procedures.

Qualifications

• Five years of overhead line experience required.
• Valid CDL is required.
• Willing to travel long distances on short notice.
• Lift/carry up to 50 pounds and work overtime.

Responsibilities

• Perform construction, maintenance and repair of overhead distribution systems.
• Lead crew in absence of the Employee in Charge and conduct safety briefings.
• Train apprentices and groundmen.
• Install and repair overhead power lines, poles, insulators, conductors and hardware.
• Follow switching, tagging, grounding and voltage procedures with proper tools.
• Climb structures with approved methods and equipment.
• Work at heights and in confined spaces near energized equipment.
• Operate bucket trucks, digger derricks, tensioners and pullers.
• Work outdoors in varying weather and on-call rotations.
• Perform live-line work using gloving and hot-stick techniques.
• Abide by all safety protocols and PPE requirements.

Skills

Overhead line experience

Safety-focused

Crew leadership

Travel readiness

Job description

Pike Electric LLC is seeking a Class A Lineman to construct and repair overhead distribution systems on energized and de-energized lines. Travel to multiple job sites, including out-of-state locations, may be required. You will report to the Foreman and work in varying conditions and schedules.

The role emphasizes safety, hands-on line work, and mentoring apprentices, with opportunities for on-call rotations and live-line procedures.