A Lineman - Overhead (DUKE ENERGY)

Description

The role involves performing both energized and de‑energized work safely, leading crews in the Foreman's absence, and handling a variety of overhead components and equipment. The Lineman must also conduct troubleshooting, fault clearance, and adhere to strict safety and grounding procedures while working at heights or in confined spaces.

• Work safely while performing new construction, maintenance, or repair of energized and de‑energized overhead systems.
• Lead crew members in the absence of the Foreman.
• String overhead wire.
• Set poles and anchors.
• Install transformers, lightning arrestors, cutouts, crossarms, insulators, switches, and switchgear.
• Troubleshoot primary and secondary systems.
• Replace cutout fuses and clear faulted circuits.
• Work with energized high‑voltage systems, protecting lives.
• Maintain company vehicles, equipment, and tools.
• Identify primary and secondary voltage on a circuit.
• Follow grounding procedures.
• Properly install and remove PPE and cover‑ups.
• Climb various structures (wood, steel) using appropriate tools.
• Phase out a line using phasing sticks.
• Plan safe work based on job prints or work orders.
• Conduct pre‑job or tailgate briefings.
• Perform reconductoring safely.
• Install and remove mechanical jumpers safely.
• Use a load‑bust tool.
• Travel long distances on short notice as required.
• Work extended periods in various locations as needed.
• Properly inspect rubber goods and PPE.

Requirements

The Class A Lineman is responsible for the construction, maintenance, and repair of electrical overhead distribution systems. This skilled position works at various locations and may be required to travel to another state based on customer demands.

Candidates need at least five years of recent field experience, the ability to read and communicate effectively in English, and must obtain a Commercial Driver’s License permit within 60 days of hire. The job requires the capability to travel long distances on short notice, lift over 50 lb, and inspect personal protective equipment and other tools regularly.

The position demands regular physical activity, including standing, walking, climbing, and handling tools, often in inclement weather and noisy, high‑vibration environments. Employees are frequently exposed to fumes, airborne particles, and extreme outdoor conditions while performing their duties.

• Perform rigorous physical labor.
• Recognize induced voltage.
• Work at heights and confined spaces.
• Glove/work live high‑voltage distribution power lines.
• Work outdoors, frequently in inclement weather.
• Minimum 5 years recent field experience.
• Read and communicate effectively in English.
• Obtain a Commercial Driver’s License permit within 60 days of employment (CDL preferred).
• Lift over 50 lb.
• Willingness to work overtime, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Benefits

• Obtain a one‑shot on a recloser.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance