The Journeyman Lineman is responsible for the construction, maintenance, and repair of overhead and underground electrical power lines and related equipment. This position requires a high level of technical skill, physical endurance, and a commitment to safety standards. The Journeyman Lineman plays a key role in ensuring reliable electrical service for residential, commercial, and industrial customers.
Supervisory Responsibilities: None
Key Responsibilities:
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Overhead Construction and Maintenance
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Install, maintain, and repair overhead and underground power lines, transformers, circuit breakers, and other electrical equipment.
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String and sag wire, install cross arms, insulators, lightning arrestors, switches, fuses, and other line apparatus.
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Build and maintain substations and switching stations as required.
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Troubleshooting & Emergency Response
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Respond to outages and emergency calls during adverse weather conditions or other urgent situations.
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Locate line faults, test equipment, and restore power quickly and safely.
- Perform hot line work using appropriate tools and protective equipment.
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Safety & Compliance
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Adhere to all OSHA, NESC, NEC, and company-specific safety regulations and procedures.
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Use personal protective equipment (PPE) and follow lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures.
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Participate in toolbox talks and job hazard assessments prior to each task.
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Equipment Operation
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Operate bucket trucks, digger derricks, and other heavy equipment.
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Use hand tools, power tools, and line testing equipment safely and effectively.
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Maintain and inspect climbing gear, tools, and vehicles.
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Documentation & Reporting
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Complete daily work reports, time sheets, and material usage forms.
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Report issues, incidents, and near-misses to supervisors promptly.
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Training & Mentorship
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Assist in training and mentoring apprentices and groundmen.
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Participate in ongoing training and certifications as required.
Required Qualifications:
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Education & Certification:
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Valid Class A Driver’s License (CDL) with clean driving record.
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Valid DOT medical card.
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High school diploma or GED required.
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Completion of a certified electrical lineman apprenticeship program.
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Valid Journeyman Lineman certification (recognized by the IBEW, DOL, or applicable authority).
- Trained in Pole Top Rescue, Bucket Truck Rescue, CPR/First Aid, Equi-Potential Grounding, and Buck Squeeze
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Experience:
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Minimum 4 years of experience in line work.
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Proficiency in energized and de-energized line work.
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Skills & Competencies:
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Strong understanding of electrical theory, circuit layout, and utility infrastructure.
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Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and line maps.
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Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
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Ability to pass a pre-employment drug test and background check.
Preferred Qualifications:
Work Environment:
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Work outdoors in all weather conditions, including extreme heat, cold, rain, or snow.
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Frequent climbing of poles, use of aerial lifts, and work around high-voltage lines.
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Subject to callouts during evenings, weekends, and holidays.
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Occasional travel for storm restoration or mutual aid.
Physical Requirements:
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Strength and Lifting Requirements
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Must have physical strength, balance, hand-eye coordination, and stamina necessary to endure the daily activity involved on the job site.
- Frequently pull, push, and hold heavy tools, cables, and materials during climbing or installation tasks.
- Perform continuous physical labor for extended periods (8–12 hours per day).
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Frequently lift, carry, push, or pull objects weighing up to 80 pounds unassisted.
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Occasionally lift items over 80 pounds with assistance.
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Climbing and Height Tolerance:
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Climb wood, steel, or concrete poles using hooks or ladders, and work at heights up to 100 feet or more.
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Ascend and descend poles, towers, scaffolding, and utility trucks regularly throughout the workday.
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Must not have a fear of heights (acrophobia) and must demonstrate comfort and balance when working elevated.
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Mobility and Physical Activity:
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Stand, walk, and climb continuously for long durations (8–12 hour shifts).
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Perform physically intense work involving repetitive bending, twisting, kneeling, stooping, squatting, and crawling.
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Crawl into manholes, vaults, and confined spaces; maneuver through uneven terrain and construction areas.
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Manual Dexterity and Coordination:
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Use hands and fingers to handle, feel, grip, and operate tools, equipment, and electrical components.
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Maintain steady hand-eye coordination for precision tasks like splicing or installing hardware.
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Operate hand tools, power tools, winches, ropes, and rigging with accuracy.
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Visual and Auditory Requirements
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Visual acuity sufficient to read labels, identify cables, and operate tools and vehicles.
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Color vision to distinguish wire or cable types.
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Hearing sufficient to recognize warning signals, equipment alarms, or instructions.
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