Powerline Apprentice: Outdoor, Travel‑Ready Lineman

Pike Corporation; Anderson (SC); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off

Life Insurance

Job summary

Pike Electric LLC is seeking an entry-level Class C Lineman to construct and repair electrical overhead distribution systems. You will work on energized and de-energized lines and may travel to out-of-state locations as needed, reporting to the Foreman.

You will perform live-line work with gloves and hot-stick techniques, climb various structures, and operate bucket trucks and related equipment while supporting outages and emergencies.

Qualifications

• Two years of field experience required.
• Valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) required.
• Willing to travel long distances on short notice.
• Lift/carry/push/pull up to 50 pounds; work extended hours including weekends/holidays.

Responsibilities

• Perform new construction, maintenance and repair of overhead distribution systems with safety first.
• Install and repair overhead power lines, poles, insulators and related hardware.
• Climb structures of wood, steel and concrete using approved methods and equipment.
• Operate bucket trucks, digger derricks and other overhead line equipment.

Skills

Field experience

CDL

Willing to travel

Physical strength

Tools

Bucket trucks

Digger derricks

Job description

Pike Electric LLC is seeking an entry-level Class C Lineman to construct and repair electrical overhead distribution systems. You will work on energized and de-energized lines and may travel to out-of-state locations as needed, reporting to the Foreman.

You will perform live-line work with gloves and hot-stick techniques, climb various structures, and operate bucket trucks and related equipment while supporting outages and emergencies.