A Lineman - Overhead (Oncor)

Pike•Dallas, TX

3h•Onsite

About The Position

The Class A Lineman is a skilled position focused on the construction, maintenance, and repair of electrical overhead distribution systems. This role involves working at various locations and may require travel to other states based on customer demands. Pike, founded in 1945, is a leading provider of construction, repair, and engineering services for electric and gas utilities, as well as telecommunications companies, with a growing portfolio of turnkey renewable projects. The company partners with numerous utility clients nationwide, continuously expanding its offerings to provide ideas, technology, experience, manpower, and equipment for diverse jobs. Pike emphasizes its essential role in ensuring infrastructure systems are operational and fosters a family-oriented workplace with a strong culture of safety, collaboration, innovation, and exceptional customer service.

Requirements

5-year minimum of recent field experience.
Able to read and communicate effectively in English.
Able to obtain a Commercial Driver’s License permit within 60 days of employment.
Able to travel long distances on short notice, when required.
Able to work for extended periods in various locations, when required.
Able to lift in excess of 50 lbs.
Able to properly inspect rubber goods and PPE.
Willing to work over-time when requested.
Willing to work outside of the normal work schedule including weekends, holidays, and overtime as required for the position.
Able to perform rigorous physical labor.
Must be able to identify primary and secondary voltage on a circuit.
Must be familiar with induced voltage.
Understands grounding procedures.
Capable of working at heights and/or confined spaces.
Capable of properly installing and removing PPE and cover up.
Must be able to climb different types of structures (wood, steel, etc.) and possess the necessary tools to do so.
Must understand how to phase out a line using phasing sticks.
Capable of planning safe work based on a job print or work order.
Understands how to obtain a one shot on a recloser.
Must be able to effectively conduct a pre-job or tailgate briefing.
Must be able to safely perform a reconductoring job.
Capable of safely installing and removing mechanical jumpers.
Understands how to use a load bust tool.
Must be able to work outside, frequently in inclement weather.
Self-Motivated.
Team-Oriented.
Customer Oriented.
Must be able to follow Company safety rules and all other Company policies.

Nice To Haves

A Commercial Driver’s License is preferred.

Responsibilities

Works safely while performing new construction, maintenance or repair work of energized and de-energized overhead work.
Capable of leading crew members in the absence of the Foreman.
Strings overhead wire.
Set poles and anchors.
Installs transformers, lightening arrestors, cutouts, crossarms, insulators, switches and switchgear.
Troubleshoots trouble in primary and secondary systems.
Replaces cutout fuses and clears faulted circuits and systems.
Frequently works with energized high voltage systems requiring skill and care to protect the lives of themselves and others.
Maintains company vehicles, equipment and tools in good working order.
Willingness to glove/work live high voltage distribution power lines.
Does all other related work as required to complete the job.