C Lineman - Overhead (DUKE ENERGY) in Chester

Join us for an exciting entry-level lineman position in the construction, maintenance, and repair of electrical overhead distribution systems.

Position Summary

Class C Lineman is an entry-level lineman position in the construction, maintenance and repair of electrical overhead distribution systems. This position works at various locations and may be required to travel to another state depending on customer demands.

Essential Functions

• Work safely while performing new construction, maintenance or repair work of energized and de-energized overhead work.
• Stringing overhead wire.
• Setting poles and anchors.
• Assist with installing transformers, lightning arrestors, cutouts, crossarms, insulators, switches and switchgear.
• Assist in replacing fuses in transformers and clear faulted circuits and systems.
• Frequently work with energized high-voltage systems requiring skill and care to protect the lives of themselves and others.
• Maintain company vehicles, equipment and tools in good working order.
• Do all other related work as required to complete the job.

Minimum Requirements

• 1–2 years of minimum experience required.
• Able to perform rigorous physical labor.
• Able to identify primary and secondary voltage on a circuit.
• Must be familiar with induced voltage.
• Capable of assisting with the installation and hook up of a single-phase transformer.
• Capable of safely setting a pole.
• Capable of working at heights and/or confined spaces.
• Capable of properly installing and removing PPE and cover-up.
• Capable of checking voltage on transformers.
• Capable of installing and removing a service.
• Capable of properly inspecting rubber goods and PPE.
• Must be able to climb different types of structures (wood, steel, etc.) and possess the necessary tools to do so.
• Understands how to tie various lineman knots.
• Capable of making up and using a hand line.
• Understands grounding procedures.
• Understands proper equipment set-up and grounding procedures.
• Understands how and when to use Kellum grips.
• Able to identify different types of materials used in line work.
• Able to travel long distances on short notice, when required.
• Able to work for extended periods in various locations, when required.
• Able to obtain a Commercial Driver’s License. A Commercial Driver’s License is preferred.
• Able to lift in excess of 50 lbs.
• Must be able to work outside, frequently in inclement weather.
• Willing to work over-time when requested.
• Willing to work outside the normal work schedule including weekends, holidays, and overtime as required for the position.

Physical Demands

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

The employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. The employee is 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

• Self-Motivated
• Team-Oriented
• Customer Oriented
• Must be able to follow Company safety rules and all other Company policies.

EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disabled Pike is a Non-union Company.

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as required to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

About Us

Founded in 1945, Pike is a leading provider of construction, repair and engineering services for electric and gas utilities, as well as telecommunications companies with a growing portfolio of turnkey renewable projects. We work with hundreds of utility clients across the country, and we continuously expand our offerings to supply our customers with the ideas, technology, experience, manpower and equipment to perform any job. “Essential” is the one word that sums up who we are, the work we do and what our people mean to us. Each of our employees plays a critical role in ensuring that infrastructure systems are up and running when people and businesses need them. Pike is a family-oriented workplace with a strong culture of safety, collaboration, innovation and exceptional customer service.

About The Team

We work with utilities across the country to solve our nation’s energy infrastructure challenges, from designing new transmission and distribution systems, upgrading and managing installation of the latest smart meter technologies, and integrating renewable energy sources onto the grid.

Seniority level: Entry level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Management and Manufacturing

Industries: Construction