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Ehv A Lineworker - Transmission (680309.000167)

Pike Electric West, LLC

Mineral Wells, TX

$58.01 per hour

ACTIVE

Recruitment Information

Telephone Number to Apply:
+17132056531

Job Description

Full Time:
Yes
Number of Workers Requested:
22
Job Duties:
This is a highly skilled position in the construction, maintenance, and repair of high-voltage and extra-high-voltage (EHV) electrical transmission systems, including systems operating at 400kV and above. Work safely while performing new construction, maintenance, or repair work of energized and de-energized transmission and EHV transmission systems, including 400kV+ circuits. Capable of coaching crew members in the absence of the Employee in Charge on transmission and EHV projects. Stringing overhead conductor, including bundled conductors used on EHV transmission lines. Setting lattice towers, poles, structures, foundations, and anchors for high-voltage and EHV systems. Troubleshooting problems on transmission and EHV transmission systems. Frequently works with energized high-voltage and extra-high-voltage systems requiring advanced skill, precision, and strict adherence to safety procedures to protect the lives of themselves and others. Maintains company vehicles, equipment, and tools in good working order. Glove, hot stick, and/or bare-hand work on high-voltage and EHV transmission lines, as qualified. Identify transmission primary and secondary voltages on standard and EHV circuits. Obtain knowledge in bare hand work and of hot stick work on energized high-voltage and EHV lines. Understanding and reading blueprints, structure drawings, and EHV construction plans. Properly sag conductor, including long-span and high-tension EHV sagging operations. Coaching crew in assembly and erection of poles and lattice or monopole structures to all heights. Dead-ending and sagging operations for all conductor types, including EHV conductors. Executing hot line work on conductor systems. Operating digger derrick and equipment used for EHV construction. Pole and tower climbing, including steel lattice and monopole EHV structures. Heavy lifting and rigging for transmission and EHV work. Work with induced voltage, including increased induction common on EHV systems. Enact grounding procedures for transmission and EHV lines. Working at heights and/or confined spaces. Properly installing and removing PPE and EHV-rated cover-up. Climbing different types of structures (wood, steel, lattice, monopole, etc.) and use the necessary tools to do so. Phasing out a line with proper use of phasing sticks on high-voltage and EHV circuits. Identify and locate puller and tensioner setups suitable for EHV conductor installations. Planning safe work based on a job print or work order, including EHV-specific hazards and clearances. Obtain a one shot on a recloser. Enacts minimum approach distance, including extended MAD requirements for EHV voltages. Utilizes flag and tag procedures. Performing basic bucket rescue/escape. Effectively conduct a pre-job or tailgate briefing. Safely perform a reconductoring job, including EHV reconductoring projects. Safely installing and removing mechanical jumpers on high-voltage and EHV systems. Properly inspect rubber goods, cover, and PPE rated for transmission and EHV applications. Follow Company safety rules and all other Company policies. Does all other related work as required to complete the job. Work will be performed at unanticipated locations through Texas depending on project development.
Job Classification:
49-9051.00 - Electrical Power-Line Installers and Repairers

The job/industry classification and description includes general information on the position from ONET/OES and the North American Industry Classification System. Please review Job Duties and Job Order for more information.

Job Requirements

Experience Required:
Yes
Months of Experience Required:
60
Special Requirements:
Position requires at least five years of recent transmission line field or related experience. 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. Willing to work outside of the normal work schedule including weekends and holidays as required for the position. Must be able to work outside, frequently in inclement weather. Able to perform rigorous physical labor. Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen, background check, and/or MVR (Motor Vehicle Record) check. For positions involving driving or DOT-regulated work, employees must also pass a DOT physical including drug screening. Work will be performed at unanticipated locations throughout the Texas counties listed on the certified ETA 9141, depending on project development. All workers will perform the same services or labor on the same terms and conditions, in the same occupation, during the same period of employment, and in the same area of intended employment, which fall within a reasonable commuting distance. If project development requires an employee to work temporarily at a location that is not within a reasonable commuting distance of the primary worksite (590 Grant Rd., Mineral Wells, TX 76067), the Company will pay the cost of temporary lodging to the extent such costs would reduce pay below the offered wage rate for the area of intended employment.
Number of Hours Per Week:
40
Work Schedule (Start/End time):
8:00 A.M. - 4:30 P.M.

Employer Information

Company Name:
Pike Electric West, LLC
Location:
Charlotte, NC 28202

Worksite

Job Order Details

ETA Case Number:
H-400-26185-078550
Multiple Worksites:
Yes
Date Posted:
8/3/2026
Piece Rate Offer
$0.00

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