B Lineman - Overhead (Oncor 1500)

Pike Corporation•Temple, TX

About The Position

The Class B Lineman constructs, maintains, and repairs overhead electrical distribution systems, working on both energized and de-energized power lines. The role may require travel to different job sites, including out-of-state assignments, as operational and customer needs dictate. The position reports to the Foreman. The work involves installing and repairing overhead lines and related components, performing live-line work, climbing structures, working at heights and in confined spaces, and operating overhead line equipment. Linemen must follow safety procedures and use appropriate protective equipment and tools. The job is performed outdoors in varying and sometimes extreme weather conditions, and includes availability for outages, storms, emergencies, and an on-call rotation.

Requirements

Three years of recent overhead line experience.
Valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL).
Willingness to travel long distances on short notice and work extended periods at job locations, including out-of-state assignments.
Ability to work outside normal business hours, including weekends, holidays, emergency callouts, and overtime.
Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull materials and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
Ability to communicate by talking, listening, and using hand signals.
Ability to stand, walk, handle objects, operate tools or controls, and reach with hands and arms.
Comprehensive knowledge of switching and tagging procedures, grounding, induced voltage, and insulated protective cover.

Responsibilities

Construct, maintain, and repair energized and de-energized overhead distribution systems while prioritizing safety.
Install and repair overhead power lines, poles, insulators, conductors, and related hardware.
Apply switching and tagging procedures, grounding practices, and knowledge of induced voltage; use appropriate tools and test equipment.
Climb wood, steel, and concrete structures using approved methods and equipment.
Work at heights, in confined spaces, and near energized equipment.
Operate and maintain bucket trucks, digger derricks, tensioners, pullers, and other overhead line equipment.
Perform live-line work using approved gloving and hot-stick techniques, including troubleshooting and fault locating.
Follow safety protocols, use personal protective equipment, and use insulated protective cover to isolate differences of potential.
Work outdoors in varying weather conditions, including extreme heat, cold, rain, wind, and storms.
Be available for outages, storms, emergencies, and an on-call rotation.
Travel to job sites, including long-distance and out-of-state assignments, as operational and customer needs require.