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Pike Corporation

Relay Technician (Duke)

Charlotte, NC · On-site

Candidates will perform Relay C&M activities in accordance with Duke Energy relay construction and ... Fully trained in operation of lulls, forklifts, and aerial devices Physical Demands: The physical ...

Duke Energy

Vehicle Maintenance Tech II

Charlotte, NC · On-site

$23.25 - $30.25/hr

Consider joining the Duke Energy team, where you'll find a friendly work environment, opportunities ... Includes, but is not limited to generators, forklifts, aerial equipment, cranes, amphibious ...

Jobtailor

Director, Unmanned Aerial Systems

Charlotte, NC · On-site

$120 - $170/hr

Coordinates work within work groups and with other Duke Energy departments and regions * Develops UAS team members * Manages the design and deployment of UAS solutions for Enterprise needs * Acts as ...

AnMed

Engineering Technician

Anderson, SC · On-site

  • Medical

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Must have a valid South Carolina driver's license, able to operate forklifts, aerial lifts and ... AnMed Health receives its power from Duke Energy at 4160 volts. No AnMed Health technician is ...

AnMed

Engineering Technician

Anderson, SC · On-site

  • Medical

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Must have a valid South Carolina driver's license, able to operate forklifts, aerial lifts and ... AnMed Health receives its power from Duke Energy at 4160 volts. No AnMed Health technician is ...

Burford's Construction

Trimmer A (Duke)

Charlotte, NC · On-site

$13.50 - $16.25/hr

Proficiency in operating aerial lifts is desirable but not required. Essential Functions: As a Trimmer A you will support your team by: * Ensuring safety is a top priority, maintaining a strong ...

Burford's Construction

Trimmer A (Duke)

Plainfield, IN

$14.75 - $17.75/hr

Proficiency in operating aerial lifts is desirable but not required. Essential Functions: As a Trimmer A you will support your team by: * Ensuring safety is a top priority, maintaining a strong ...

Pike Corporation

Trimmer A (Duke)

Plainfield, IN · On-site

$14.75 - $17.75/hr

Proficiency in operating aerial lifts is desirable but not required. Essential Functions: As a Trimmer A you will support your team by: * Ensuring safety is a top priority, maintaining a strong ...

Pike Corporation

Trimmer B (Duke)

Lakeland, FL · On-site

$14 - $16.75/hr

The Trimmer B is responsible for performing most aerial tasks, excluding the most challenging tree removals or overhang removals. Essential Functions: As a Trimmer B you will support your team by:

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As of Aug 17, 2026, the average hourly pay for duke aerial in the United States is $20.57, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $12.02 and $25.00 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Duke Aerial?

A Duke Aerial job typically involves operating, maintaining, or servicing aerial lift equipment such as boom lifts, scissor lifts, and bucket trucks. Employees in these roles may work in construction, utilities, or aerial equipment rental companies, ensuring that lifts are used safely and efficiently. Duties can include equipment inspections, troubleshooting mechanical issues, and assisting with job site operations. Proper training and certification are often required to safely operate aerial equipment.

What are the typical challenges faced by an aerial technician during daily operations?

Aerial Technicians often encounter challenges related to working at heights, including maintaining balance, ensuring all safety protocols are followed, and adapting to various weather conditions or job site hazards. They must also troubleshoot equipment malfunctions quickly and coordinate closely with other technicians and site supervisors to avoid delays or safety incidents. Physical stamina and strong communication skills are important for managing these demands. Despite these challenges, many technicians find the work rewarding due to the diverse projects and the strong camaraderie among team members.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Duke Aerial position?

To thrive as an Aerial Technician (sometimes referred to as an 'Aerial Rigger' or similar), you need strong technical aptitude with equipment setup, safety protocols, and mechanical systems, often demonstrated through vocational training or relevant certification. Familiarity with rigging hardware, harnesses, lifts, and possibly OSHA safety standards is critical for safe and efficient job performance. Attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and clear communication help individuals excel when working at heights or coordinating with other team members. These skills and qualities ensure that projects are completed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with industry regulations.

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Infographic showing various Duke Aerial job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 93% Full Time, 4% Part Time, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $42,778 per year, or $20.6 per hour.

Relay Technician (Duke)

Pike Corporation

Charlotte, NC • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 10 days ago

Job description

Essential Functions

General supervision required: Must have technical skills in the maintenance and construction of substation protective relay and SCADA control systems. Candidates will perform Relay C&M activities in accordance with Duke Energy relay construction and maintenance standards. The performance of relay maintenance activity will primarily include testing and repair of protective relays, functional testing, commissioning and repair of relay protection systems, repair and testing of SCADA control systems at Generation, Transmission and Distribution facilities.

The Relay Technician will support the planning and scheduling of crew work activities. Maintain accurate records and operate all tools and test equipment used to maintain substation protective relay systems; the ability to interface with other people to make maintenance activities work smoothly. Dependent on region, may be subject to callouts, overtime, and overnight travel as necessary to support work and attend training in other locations. 

  • Must demonstrate basic computer skills and have basic knowledge of Relay related software.
  • Responsible for practice and set an example of safe job performance. Must possess good communication skills, including working with others to create good working conditions. 
  • Support of Corporate, group, department, and unit goals with conduct instrumental in projecting a proper image for Duke Energy and its employees. 
  • Self-motivated with good leadership qualities that include good field decision-making skills. 

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Minimum four (4) years of Relay experience performing field protection, SCADA, and Control work and the ability to pass PRA (Personal Risk Assessment) seven (7) year background check. 
  • Relay Tech will assist a higher-level technician and sometimes lead a lower level technician in activities associated with Relay construction, maintenance, and SCADA.

Incumbents are expected to continue developing complex skills.

  • Firm understanding of safe work practices and safety culture
  • Firm understanding of relaying, protective schemes, controls, alarms, Transmission and Distribution SCADA, communications
  • Capable of writing isolation procedures and independent reviews
  • Demonstrates good verbal communications skills
  • Complete understanding of print reading, print marking processes
  • Thorough understanding of Human Performance tools, skills, and techniques 
  • Can test relays with RTS
  • Understanding of ASPEN and reporting
  • Complete understanding of NERC compliance and importance for accurate data and timely completion
  • Skilled at trouble shooting P&C circuits
  • Ability to think methodically and arrange activities in logical order
  • Firm understanding of CT and VT circuits
  • Understanding of Carrier and Tone equipment
  • Fully trained in operation of lulls, forklifts, and aerial devices

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to fingers, handle to feel; and reach with hands and arms.

Work Environment:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to a variety of extreme conditions at construction job sites. The noise level in the work environment and job sites can be loud. This position is performed in outside weather conditions.

 
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NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as requested to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

About Us
Founded in 1945, Pike 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. We work with hundreds of utility clients across the country, and we continuously expand our offerings to supply our customers with the ideas, technology, experience, manpower and equipment to perform any job.
"Essential" is the one word that sums up who we are, the work we do and what our people mean to us. Each of our employees plays a critical role in ensuring that infrastructure systems are up and running when people and businesses need them.
Pike is a family-oriented workplace with a strong culture of safety, collaboration, innovation and exceptional customer service.
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We work with utilities across the country to solve our nation's energy infrastructure challenges, from designing new transmission and distribution systems, upgrading and managing installation of the latest smart meter technologies, and integrating renewable energy sources onto the grid.

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