Lineman, Electric

Berkshire Hathaway Energy

The Role

Overview

Journeyman lineman handling overhead/underground transmission, substations, and equipment.

Key Responsibilities

  • fiber splicing
  • meter installation
  • insulator cleaning
  • pole testing
  • voltage reading
  • lighting installation

Tasks

-Pulling slack in anchor guys. -Preassembling material. -Install and splice fiber optic cable and communications. -Splicing and terminating non leaded and leaded underground cables. -Installing all types of customer's services, complete with setting self contained meters. -Washing insulators on lines energized up to 60 KV. -Testing and inspecting poles. -Framing poles. -Taking primary distribution voltage readings. -Patrolling and inspecting pole and tower lines. -Setting and replacing service poles. -Repairing risers and ground mouldings. -Installing Company owned customer outdoor lighting service equipment and street fixtures, including making connections on circuits with voltage below 750 volts. -Setting street light poles and outdoor lighting service poles not to exceed 40 feet in length.

The Company

About Berkshire Hathaway Energy

-Founded as a part of Berkshire Hathaway Inc., the company has steadily grown into a diversified energy powerhouse. -Specializes in delivering sustainable energy solutions, including electricity, natural gas, and renewable energy. -Owns and operates a vast network of utility businesses across North America, as well as renewable energy projects worldwide. -Renowned for its large-scale wind farms and innovative solar energy projects that push the boundaries of clean energy. -Operates in diverse sectors such as water, residential, and commercial utilities, ensuring energy access to millions. -With a strong history of acquisition, it continues expanding its global footprint through strategic investments. -Works on both long-term utility infrastructure development and cutting-edge renewable energy solutions. -Focused on reducing carbon emissions and integrating more sustainable energy sources into the grid. -Stands out for its ability to seamlessly integrate renewable energy into traditional utility models while maintaining reliability.

Sector Specialisms

Utilities

Energy

Solar

Wind

Nuclear

Natural Gas

Geothermal

Biomass

Hydro

Security Clearance

-pre‑employment drug and alcohol testing required (fmcsa program).