Overhead Power Line Foreman: Lead Crew, Build & Repair

Pike Electric, Inc.; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

HSA, dependent care and medical FSA

401(k) with company match

Life insurance and disability

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

Pike Electric, Inc. is seeking a safety‑focused Foreman to lead a crew in constructing and repairing electrical overhead distribution systems. You will work on energized and de‑energized lines, travel to various job sites, and report to the General Foreman.

You will supervise pre-job safety briefings, coach junior crew members, and ensure quality and on-time project completion while adhering to strict PPE and safety protocols.

Qualifications

• Five or more years of overhead line experience.
• Proficient in basic computer operations including Microsoft Word.
• 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.
• Willing to work outside of normal business hours, including weekends, holidays, emergency callouts, and overtime

Responsibilities

• Lead crew to construct and repair overhead distribution systems.
• Perform live-line work using approved gloving and hot-stick techniques.
• Coach and train lower classification employees in safe work procedures.
• Oversee project work and ensure quality and deadlines are met.
• Operate and maintain bucket trucks and other overhead line equipment.
• Work outdoors in varying environmental conditions and emergency scenarios

Skills

Overhead line experience

Safety leadership

Crew leadership

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Office

Job description

Pike Electric, Inc. is seeking a safety‑focused Foreman to lead a crew in constructing and repairing electrical overhead distribution systems. You will work on energized and de‑energized lines, travel to various job sites, and report to the General Foreman.

You will supervise pre-job safety briefings, coach junior crew members, and ensure quality and on-time project completion while adhering to strict PPE and safety protocols.