The 3rd Year Lineman supports the construction, maintenance, and repair of overhead electrical distribution systems. This is a floating field position that requires flexibility to move between crews, supervisors, project locations, and schedules based on operational needs.
What We Offer
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Competitive pay rates
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Daily per diem for qualifying travel
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Quarterly bonus opportunities
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Storm restoration and mutual-aid opportunities
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Ongoing training and advancement toward Journeyman status
Key Responsibilities
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Assist with constructing, maintaining, and repairing overhead electrical distribution systems.
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Climb poles and work from bucket trucks and aerial equipment.
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Frame poles, install line equipment, string conductor, and assist with electrical connections.
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Perform assigned work using approved rubber glove and sleeve techniques.
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Read and follow construction prints, work orders, specifications, and jobsite instructions.
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Identify energized-line hazards and apply proper grounding and protective procedures.
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Complete job briefings and follow OSHA, customer, company, and electrical safety requirements.
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Communicate with supervisors, crew members, contractors, and customers.
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Inspect and maintain assigned tools, vehicles, equipment, and materials.
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Adapt to different crew expectations, project conditions, and work schedules.
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Travel between crews and project locations as assigned.
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Support emergency callouts, storm restoration, and mutual-aid work when needed.
Required Qualifications, Skills & Abilities
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Third-year lineman status or equivalent apprenticeship progress.
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Minimum one year of hands-on overhead utility linework experience.
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Valid Class A CDL with an acceptable driving record.
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Current OSHA 10 certification.
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Knowledge of overhead distribution systems, line tools, materials, and construction procedures.
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Familiarity with rubber glove and sleeve techniques, grounding, electrical theory, and energized-line hazards.
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Ability to climb poles and safely work at elevated heights.
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Ability to read construction prints, follow instructions, and apply coaching in the field.
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Ability to work independently and contribute effectively across different crews.
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Willingness to travel and change assignments every week or every few weeks.
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Availability for storm response, emergency callouts, and extended work schedules when required.
Preferred Qualifications
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Associate degree in Electrical Distribution Systems or equivalent field experience.
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Pole Top Rescue training.
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Bucket Truck Rescue training.
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CPR and First Aid certification.
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Equi-Potential Grounding training.
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BuckSqueeze training.
