C Lineman - Overhead (CPSE)

Pike•San Antonio, TX

About The Position

The Class C Lineman is an entry-level line work position responsible for constructing, maintaining, and repairing electrical overhead distribution systems. The role includes working on energized and de-energized power lines and may require travel to different job sites, including out-of-state locations, based on operational and customer needs. The position reports to the Foreman. The work is performed outdoors in varied and sometimes extreme weather, at construction sites, at heights, in confined spaces, and near energized equipment. The role may involve outage, storm, and emergency response, including on-call rotation and work outside normal business hours.

Requirements

Two years of relevant field experience.
Valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL).
Willingness to travel long distances on short notice.
Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull materials and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
Ability to work for extended periods at job locations, including out-of-state assignments.
Willingness to work outside normal business hours, including weekends, holidays, emergency callouts, and overtime.

Responsibilities

Perform new construction, maintenance, and repairs on energized and de-energized overhead distribution systems while prioritizing safety.
Help install and repair overhead power lines, poles, insulators, conductors, and related hardware.
Climb wood, steel, and concrete structures using approved climbing 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 for isolating differences of potential.
Work outages, storms, and emergencies, including on-call rotation.