C Lineman - Overhead (Palmetto EMC)

Pike • Hardeeville, SC

10d

About The Position

The Class C Lineman is an entry-level lineperson responsible for constructing, maintaining, and repairing overhead electrical distribution systems. The role involves working on energized and de-energized powerlines and may require travel to different job sites, including out-of-state locations, according to operational and customer needs. The position reports to the Foreman.

The work is performed outdoors in varying and sometimes extreme weather conditions, at construction sites, and around energized equipment. It includes climbing structures, working at heights and in confined spaces, and responding to outages, storms, and emergencies. The employee must follow safety protocols and use personal protective equipment and approved live-line techniques.

Requirements

• At least two years of relevant field experience.
• Valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL).
• Willingness to travel long distances on short notice, including to out-of-state assignments.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull materials and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Willingness to work outside normal business hours, including weekends, holidays, emergency callouts, and overtime.
• Ability to perform the physical demands of the role, including standing, walking, handling objects, operating tools or controls, and reaching with hands and arms.

Responsibilities

• Construct, maintain, and repair energized and de-energized overhead distribution systems while prioritizing safety.
• Assist with installing and repairing overhead power lines, poles, insulators, conductors, and related hardware.
• 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 understand insulated protective cover used to isolate differences of potential.
• Respond to outages, storms, and emergencies, including participation in an on-call rotation.
• Travel to job locations, including out-of-state assignments, and work extended periods at those locations.
• Communicate by talking, listening, and using hand signals.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Health savings account (HSA), dependent care and medical flexible spending accounts.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• 401(k) with company match.
• Life insurance and short-term and long-term disability.
• Paid time off, paid holidays, and family and medical leave.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed