Traveling Lineman – Overhead Distribution

Pike Electric, Inc. in; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Life insurance

Paid time off

Long-term disability

Job summary

Pike Electric, Inc. in Austin, TX seeks a safety‑driven Class B Lineman to build and repair energized and de‑energized overhead distribution systems. You may travel to various job sites, including out‑of‑state locations, and report to the Foreman.

Essential duties include constructing and repairing lines, installing hardware, and performing live‑line work with proper PPE. CDL is required; willingness to work outages, storms, and on-call rotations is expected.

Qualifications

• Three (3) years of overhead line experience.
• Valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL).
• Willing to travel long distances on short notice.
• Lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds.
• Extended hours, weekends, holidays, emergency callouts, overtime.

Responsibilities

• Construct and repair overhead distribution systems while prioritizing safety.
• Install and repair overhead power lines, poles, insulators, conductors and related hardware.
• Follow switching, tagging procedures and use test equipment.
• Climb structures using approved methods and equipment.
• Work outdoors in varying environmental conditions and at heights.
• Operate and maintain bucket trucks and other line equipment.
• Perform live‑line work using insulated gloves and hot sticks.

Skills

Overhead line experience

CDL

Travel readiness

Physical stamina

Job description

Pike Electric, Inc. in Austin, TX seeks a safety‑driven Class B Lineman to build and repair energized and de‑energized overhead distribution systems. You may travel to various job sites, including out‑of‑state locations, and report to the Foreman.

Essential duties include constructing and repairing lines, installing hardware, and performing live‑line work with proper PPE. CDL is required; willingness to work outages, storms, and on-call rotations is expected.