Apprentice to Journeyman Lineman

EnergyUnited is seeking qualified candidates to join our Operations team as a Lineman, with opportunities ranging from Apprentice Lineman through Journeyman Lineman.

Whether you are looking to begin your career in electric utility line work, continue developing your skills through an apprenticeship, or bring established Journeyman-level experience to our team, we encourage you to apply.

The selected candidate's position level will be determined based on experience, qualifications, demonstrated skills, and proficiency.

What You'll Do

Depending on experience and assigned level, responsibilities may include:

• Assist with and perform the construction, operation, maintenance, and repair of overhead and underground electric distribution systems.
• Perform pole climbing, framing, installation, and line construction activities.
• Work with de-energized and, based on training and qualification, energized distribution lines.
• Install and maintain poles, conductors, transformers, reclosers, voltage regulators, and other distribution equipment.
• Operate aerial bucket trucks, line trucks, and other equipment used in electric utility operations.
• Develop and apply knowledge of electrical theory, line protection, grounding, transformer connections, substations, and distribution systems.
• Read system maps, staking sheets, construction specifications, and applicable electrical codes.
• Follow established safety procedures and properly use required personal protective equipment.
• Participate in emergency service restoration, including after-hours work, extended hours, and work during adverse weather.
• At advanced levels, independently perform routine and emergency line work and assist with the training and development of Apprentice Linemen.
• These responsibilities reflect the progressive scope of work across EnergyUnited's Apprentice through Journeyman classifications.

Experience & Qualifications

• 6 months to 5+ years of relevant electric utility line construction, maintenance, or related experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Commitment to safe work practices and the ability to work effectively as part of a utility line crew.
• Ability to perform physically demanding work outdoors in varying terrain and weather conditions.
• Ability and willingness to work overtime, irregular hours, on-call assignments, and emergency restoration events as required.
• Must meet EnergyUnited's 25-mile residency requirement.
• A North Carolina Class A Commercial Driver's License with a good driving record is required for all levels.
• Candidates must possess or obtain the knowledge, skills, tools, certifications, and other qualifications required for their assigned level.

Career Progression

EnergyUnited provides a defined career path for employees developing their careers in electric utility line work. Apprentice employees progress by developing increasingly advanced knowledge and demonstrated proficiency in areas such as:

• Line construction and maintenance
• Pole climbing and aerial work
• Electrical theory
• Grounding and protective equipment
• Transformer connections
• Energized line work
• Distribution equipment
• System operations
• Emergency restoration
• Safe work practices

Work Environment

This is a full-time, nonexempt, Job Site Reporting position. Monday through Friday 7:00 AM-3:30 PM. Employees work primarily outdoors and must be prepared to work overtime, irregular hours, adverse weather conditions, and extended emergency-restoration events when needed.

As a federal contractor subject to the nondiscrimination and affirmative action obligations of Executive Order 11246, as amended, and its implementing regulations, Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended, and its implementing regulations at 41 CFR § 60-741, and the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act, as amended, and its implementing regulations at 41 CFR § 60-300, EnergyUnited EMC (hereinafter referred to as "the Cooperative"), with the full support of the Chief Executive Officer (CEO), reaffirms that it will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability status, any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws, or status as a protected veteran.