Electrical Linemen (Overhead Distribution Linemen)

We are seeking an experienced Class A Class B Lineman to construct, maintain, and repair overhead electrical distribution systems. The ideal candidate will have hands-on utility linework experience, a strong commitment to safety, and the ability to work on both energized and de-energized power lines.

Candidates must be comfortable working at heights, operating linework equipment, traveling to various job sites, and responding to emergency outages and storm restoration needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Construct, maintain, and repair overhead electrical distribution systems.
• Install and repair power lines, utility poles, insulators, conductors, and related hardware.
• Perform energized and de-energized linework using approved safety procedures.
• Perform live-line work using rubber gloving and hot-stick techniques.
• Follow switching, tagging, grounding, and electrical safety procedures.
• Climb wood, steel, and concrete utility structures using approved equipment.
• Operate bucket trucks, digger derricks, tensioners, pullers, and other linework equipment.
• Troubleshoot electrical distribution systems and locate faults.
• Follow all PPE requirements and established safety protocols.
• Support outage restoration, storm response, and emergency callouts.

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of recent overhead electrical distribution linework experience.
• Valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL).
• Hands-on experience working with energized and de-energized power lines.
• Knowledge of rubber gloving and hot-stick techniques.
• Experience climbing utility poles and working at heights.
• Ability to operate bucket trucks and digger derricks.
• Understanding of grounding, switching, tagging, and electrical safety procedures.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Willingness to travel, work overtime, weekends, holidays, and emergency callouts.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience working on Duke Energy systems.
• Experience with regional electrical cooperatives (co-ops).
• Storm restoration and emergency outage response experience.
• Strong troubleshooting and distribution line maintenance skills.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work outdoors in extreme heat, cold, rain, and windy conditions.
• Comfortable working at heights and around energized electrical equipment.
• Ability to stand, climb, walk, bend, and operate tools for extended periods.
• Ability to travel for extended assignments, including out-of-state projects.

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Wellness Program
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Program
• Profit Sharing
• Paid Leave Benefits
• Teammate Assistance Program