Transmission Lineman 1st Class

Transmission Lineman 1st Class

Job Category: Operations Requisition Number: TRANS016689

Posted: May 15, 2026

Full-Time On-site Washington, NC | Washington, NC Washington, NC, USA +3 more locations

Description

Job Title: Transmission Lineman 1st Class

Department: Operations

Reports To: General Foreman

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Work Schedule: Four 10-hour days per week.

Location: Multiple locations throughout NC and VA, onsite

Position Purpose:

Transmission 1st Class Lineman is a position in the construction and maintenance of transmission lines. This position works at various locations and may also be required to travel to another state depending on customer demands.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead crew members in the absence of the Foreman
• Install transformers, lightening arrestors, cutouts, crossarms, insulators, switches, switchgear, and transmission lines for maintenance and new construction.
• Perform light distribution, (cover up, moving wire, storm response)
• Run new wire and maintain old wire
• Perform repairs including energized stick work, pole assembly, conductor installation and operating equipment
• Set towers and poles
• Read and interpret drawings and blueprints
• Dig trenches, climbing poles, towers etc. to perform tasks
• Troubleshoot and repair systems
• Collaborate with team members to accomplish projects on time and within budget
• Plan work to be safe and efficient
• Conduct a pre-job or tailgate briefing
• Does all other related work to complete the job

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle and feel; and reach with hands and arms.

Work Environment:

While performing the tasks of this job, you are frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. You are occasionally exposed to a variety of extreme conditions at construction job sites. The noise level in the work environment and job sites can be loud. This position is performed in outside weather conditions.

Competencies:

• Team-Oriented
• Customer Oriented
• Follow Company safety rules and all other Company policies.

Required Qualifications:

• 3 or more years of recent field experience
• Valid Class A Commercial Driver License and Acceptable driving record
• Read and communicate in English
• Able to travel long distances at short notice
• Able to work for extended periods in different locations
• Able to lift more than 50 lbs.
• Able to inspect rubber goods and PPE
• Willing to work overtime when requested
• Willingness to glove/work live high voltage distribution power lines
• High-level working knowledge of linework safety, grounding, and heavy equipment operation

Benefits:

We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the well-being of our employees and their families. Our benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, company-paid holidays, a 401(k) plan, and numerous voluntary benefits.

Special Position Requirements:

This is a safety sensitive position, and all applicable policies including drug testing and background checks will apply.

Reasonable Accommodations:

River City Construction is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all federal, state, and local nondiscrimination laws, including the ADA. If you need reasonable accommodation during the application or hiring process, please contact our Human Resources Department at View phone number on click.appcast.io or email View email address on click.appcast.io.

Equal Opportunity Employer

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

River City Construction provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment. This means without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, River City complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which we have facilities. *