Bachelor's Degree * 3-5 years' experience as a journeyman in the linesman trade or 10 years' experience in the transmission and distribution line facilities. * Basic electric theory, identify and ...
Bachelor's Degree * 3-5 years' experience as a journeyman in the linesman trade or 10 years' experience in the transmission and distribution line facilities. * Basic electric theory, identify and ...
Multi-Craft Blast/Paint/Scaffold Builder with Gulf Coast Industrial
Houston, TX · On-site
$17.75 - $22.50/hr
Experience and knowledge in the use of scaffold ratchets, hammers, adjustable wrenches linesman pliers, tape measure, level, hand saw, band saw, skill saw, drill, and pry bar hammer is preferred. EEO ...
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Multi-Craft Blast/Paint/Scaffold Builder with Gulf Coast Industrial
Houston, TX · On-site
$17.75 - $22.50/hr
Experience and knowledge in the use of scaffold ratchets, hammers, adjustable wrenches linesman pliers, tape measure, level, hand saw, band saw, skill saw, drill, and pry bar hammer is preferred. EEO ...
Multi-Craft Blast/Paint/Scaffold Builder with Gulf Coast Industrial
Houston, TX · On-site
$17.75 - $22.50/hr
Experience and knowledge in the use of scaffold ratchets, hammers, adjustable wrenches linesman pliers, tape measure, level, hand saw, band saw, skill saw, drill, and pry bar hammer is preferred. EEO ...
Multi-Craft Blast/Paint/Scaffold Builder with Gulf Coast Industrial
Houston, TX · On-site
$17.75 - $22.50/hr
Experience and knowledge in the use of scaffold ratchets, hammers, adjustable wrenches linesman pliers, tape measure, level, hand saw, band saw, skill saw, drill, and pry bar hammer is preferred. EEO ...
Multicraft Scaffold insulator with Gulf Coast Industrial (GCI)
Selma, AL · On-site
$20 - $24/hr
Linesman Pliers * Tape Measure * Level * Hand, Skill, and Band Saws * Drill * Pry Bar Hammer Travel: EEO Statement - Gulf Coast Industrial, Inc. Gulf Coast Industrial (GCI) affords equal opportunity ...
Multicraft Scaffold insulator with Gulf Coast Industrial (GCI)
Selma, AL · On-site
$20 - $24/hr
Linesman Pliers * Tape Measure * Level * Hand, Skill, and Band Saws * Drill * Pry Bar Hammer Travel: EEO Statement - Gulf Coast Industrial, Inc. Gulf Coast Industrial (GCI) affords equal opportunity ...
Multi-Craft Blast/Paint/Scaffold Builder with Gulf Coast Industrial (GCI)
Cartersville, GA · On-site
$18.25 - $23.25/hr
Experience and knowledge in the use of scaffold ratchets, hammers, adjustable wrenches linesman pliers, tape measure, level, hand saw, band saw, skill saw, drill, and pry bar hammer is preferred.EEO ...
Quick apply
Multi-Craft Blast/Paint/Scaffold Builder with Gulf Coast Industrial (GCI)
Cartersville, GA · On-site
$18.25 - $23.25/hr
Experience and knowledge in the use of scaffold ratchets, hammers, adjustable wrenches linesman pliers, tape measure, level, hand saw, band saw, skill saw, drill, and pry bar hammer is preferred.EEO ...
Field Supervisor T&D
Allentown, PA · On-site
Required Preferred Qualifications Preferred Qualifications • Bachelor's Degree • 3-5 years' experience as a journeyman in the linesman trade or 10 years' experience in the transmission and ...
Field Supervisor T&D
Allentown, PA · On-site
Required Preferred Qualifications Preferred Qualifications • Bachelor's Degree • 3-5 years' experience as a journeyman in the linesman trade or 10 years' experience in the transmission and ...
Bachelor's Degree * 3-5 years' experience as a journeyman in the linesman trade or 10 years' experience in the transmission and distribution line facilities. * Basic electric theory, identify and ...
Bachelor's Degree * 3-5 years' experience as a journeyman in the linesman trade or 10 years' experience in the transmission and distribution line facilities. * Basic electric theory, identify and ...
Bachelor's Degree. * 3-5 years' experience as a journeyman in the linesman trade or 10 years' experience in transmission and distribution line facilities. * Basic electric theory, ability to identify ...
Bachelor's Degree. * 3-5 years' experience as a journeyman in the linesman trade or 10 years' experience in transmission and distribution line facilities. * Basic electric theory, ability to identify ...
Bachelor's Degree. * 3-5 years' experience as a journeyman in the linesman trade or 10 years' experience in transmission and distribution line facilities. * Basic electric theory, ability to identify ...
Bachelor's Degree. * 3-5 years' experience as a journeyman in the linesman trade or 10 years' experience in transmission and distribution line facilities. * Basic electric theory, ability to identify ...
Bachelor's Degree * 3-5 years' experience as a journeyman in the linesman trade or 10 years' experience in the transmission and distribution line facilities. * Basic electric theory, identify and ...
Bachelor's Degree * 3-5 years' experience as a journeyman in the linesman trade or 10 years' experience in the transmission and distribution line facilities. * Basic electric theory, identify and ...
Field Supervisor T&D
Elizabethville, PA · On-site
Preferred Qualifications • Bachelor's Degree • 3-5 years' experience as a journeyman in the linesman trade or 10 years' experience in the transmission and distribution line facilities. • Basic ...
Field Supervisor T&D
Elizabethville, PA · On-site
Preferred Qualifications • Bachelor's Degree • 3-5 years' experience as a journeyman in the linesman trade or 10 years' experience in the transmission and distribution line facilities. • Basic ...
Bachelor's Degree. * 3-5 years' experience as a journeyman in the linesman trade or 10 years' experience in transmission and distribution line facilities. * Basic electric theory, ability to identify ...
Bachelor's Degree. * 3-5 years' experience as a journeyman in the linesman trade or 10 years' experience in transmission and distribution line facilities. * Basic electric theory, ability to identify ...
Field Supervisor T&D
Mechanicsburg, PA · On-site
Preferred Qualifications • Bachelor's Degree • 3-5 years' experience as a journeyman in the linesman trade or 10 years' experience in the transmission and distribution line facilities. • Basic ...
Field Supervisor T&D
Mechanicsburg, PA · On-site
Preferred Qualifications • Bachelor's Degree • 3-5 years' experience as a journeyman in the linesman trade or 10 years' experience in the transmission and distribution line facilities. • Basic ...
Field Supervisor T&D
Mechanicsburg, PA · On-site
Preferred Qualifications • Bachelor's Degree • 3-5 years' experience as a journeyman in the linesman trade or 10 years' experience in the transmission and distribution line facilities. • Basic ...
Field Supervisor T&D
Mechanicsburg, PA · On-site
Preferred Qualifications • Bachelor's Degree • 3-5 years' experience as a journeyman in the linesman trade or 10 years' experience in the transmission and distribution line facilities. • Basic ...
Preferred qualifications • Bachelor's Degree • 3-5 years' experience as a journeyman in the linesman trade or 10 years' experience in the transmission and distribution line facilities. • Basic ...
Preferred qualifications • Bachelor's Degree • 3-5 years' experience as a journeyman in the linesman trade or 10 years' experience in the transmission and distribution line facilities. • Basic ...
Field Supervisor T&D
Elizabethville, PA · On-site
Preferred Qualifications • Bachelor's Degree • 3-5 years' experience as a journeyman in the linesman trade or 10 years' experience in the transmission and distribution line facilities. • Basic ...
Field Supervisor T&D
Elizabethville, PA · On-site
Preferred Qualifications • Bachelor's Degree • 3-5 years' experience as a journeyman in the linesman trade or 10 years' experience in the transmission and distribution line facilities. • Basic ...
Preferred qualifications • Bachelor's Degree • 3-5 years' experience as a journeyman in the linesman trade or 10 years' experience in the transmission and distribution line facilities. • Basic ...
Preferred qualifications • Bachelor's Degree • 3-5 years' experience as a journeyman in the linesman trade or 10 years' experience in the transmission and distribution line facilities. • Basic ...
Field Supervisor T&D
Allentown, PA · On-site
Required Preferred Qualifications Preferred Qualifications • Bachelor's Degree • 3-5 years' experience as a journeyman in the linesman trade or 10 years' experience in the transmission and ...
Field Supervisor T&D
Allentown, PA · On-site
Required Preferred Qualifications Preferred Qualifications • Bachelor's Degree • 3-5 years' experience as a journeyman in the linesman trade or 10 years' experience in the transmission and ...
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$18.51 - $21.44
3% of jobs
$21.44 - $24.37
7% of jobs
$26.52 is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$24.37 - $27.29
20% of jobs
The median wage is $30.22 / hr.
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$47.79 - $50.72
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| Aspect | Linesman | Lineman |
|---|---|---|
| Certifications | Required electrical safety and lineworker certifications | Similar certifications, often overlapping |
| Work Environment | Outdoor, high-voltage power lines, utility companies | Outdoor, utility or construction sites, power distribution |
| Industry Usage | Primarily in utility companies, electrical grid maintenance | Broader, including construction, telecommunications, and utilities |
Both Linesman and Lineman roles involve working on electrical power lines, requiring similar certifications and work environments. The term "Lineman" is more general, while "Linesman" often refers specifically to those working on high-voltage power lines for utility companies. Understanding these distinctions helps job seekers target the right roles in the electrical and utility industries.
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6.8
Based on 46 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
44th of 53 rated energy and utility
Job description
PPL Electric Utilities delivers safe, reliable and affordable electricity to more than 1.4 million homes and businesses throughout its 29-county service territory in eastern and central Pennsylvania. Through smart investments and innovation, it has built one of the most advanced electric grids in the United States. And, with over a century of expertise, PPL Electric remains focused on continuing to build the utility of the future, today. Regularly ranking among the country's best utility companies for reliability and customer satisfaction, PPL Electric has won numerous awards, including 30 J.D. Power Awards for providing top-quality service to residential and business customers. PPL Electric is a major employer and an active supporter of the communities it serves. Empowering employees, community members and initiatives across its service territory through volunteerism and investments in organizations that support education, sustainability, and wellbeing.
Overview
NOTE: This is a 2nd shift position with the following schedule: 1400-2400, 8 days on, 6 days off. #INDPPL
JOB PURPOSE
Decisions are guided by policies, procedures, and business plan. This position receives guidance and oversight
from manager. Typically, does not perform the work being supervised.
Responsible to oversee highly skilled transmission and distribution work on electrical facilities in a safe,
productive manner with attention to quality by supervising line crews assigned to work on all overhead and
underground transmission and distribution line facilities. Provides timely, cost effective and reliable service to
customers.
Responsibilities
Essential Functions:
- Responsible for the completion of capital and O&M work in the area.
- Responsible for timely response to storm restoration efforts in the region, including round-the-clock responsibility as a Work Location Supervisor to respond and lead crew efforts in restoring PPL facilities to
normal operation. - Work directly with field and G.O. designers in developing a mutually agreeable design that can be built within
the approved hours - Responsible for the application of safe working practices on the job in compliance with the Company's safety
rules and trains and develops safety awareness on the part of subordinates. - Provide customer/client satisfaction by applying cost effective work practices to ensure job quality and
reliability. - Supervise, prioritize and schedule resources to effectively utilize and to meet customer/client requirements
during normal operations and storm emergencies. - Conduct daily tailboards to communicate safe work plans, company policies and expectations.
- Lead, train, motivate, coach and counsel employees to meet the expectations of their positions.
- Communicate/coordinate work schedules with internal and external customers, foreign utilities and
contractors. - Assure the timely completion of all administrative processes, such as mandated annual reviews, Labor
Agreement, crew audits, Time & Labor, etc. - If applicable, in-person supervision of employees to ensure compliance with FLSA wage and hour issues as
well as to monitor compliance with safety rules. - The company reserves the right to determine if this position will be assigned to work on-site, remotely, or a
combination of both. Assigned work location may change. In the case of remote work, physical presence in
the office/on-site may be required to engage in face-to-face interaction and coordination of work among
direct reports and co-workers. - May be assigned an Electric Utilities emergency and storm role. This is a special assignment that comes into
play during storms and other emergencies when the company needs to restore power or respond to other
issues affecting customer service. This role may necessitate the need to work after-hours, outside of your
normal schedule. - Performs other duties as assigned
- Complies with all policies and standards
Qualifications
Required Education:
- Bachelor's degree and 1 year of electrical or mechanical operations and maintenance or an
equivalent combination of education and experience on a year for year basis
Required Experience:
- Demonstrated expertise/knowledge of energized and deenergized facilities; switching and
tagging procedures; knowledge of training, clearances and working space requirements.
Licenses / Certification / Other Qualifications:
- DL Number - Driver License, valid and in state, and satisfactory driving record required.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree
- 3-5 years’ experience as a journeyman in the linesman trade or 10 years’ experience in the transmission and
distribution line facilities. - Basic electric theory, identify and analyze trouble in electrical circuits, print reading and moderate computer
skills used in the linemen trade and office applications software. - Thorough knowledge of safety rules/regulations, energy control process, company policies, work practices and
the labor agreement. - Supervisory experience with leadership and teamwork skills, communication skills both oral and written.
- Possess valid Pennsylvania Commercial Driver’s License.
Required Education:
- Bachelor's degree and 1 year of electrical or mechanical operations and maintenance or an
equivalent combination of education and experience on a year for year basis
Required Experience:
- Demonstrated expertise/knowledge of energized and deenergized facilities; switching and
tagging procedures; knowledge of training, clearances and working space requirements.
Licenses / Certification / Other Qualifications:
- DL Number - Driver License, valid and in state, and satisfactory driving record required.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree
- 3-5 years’ experience as a journeyman in the linesman trade or 10 years’ experience in the transmission and
distribution line facilities. - Basic electric theory, identify and analyze trouble in electrical circuits, print reading and moderate computer
skills used in the linemen trade and office applications software. - Thorough knowledge of safety rules/regulations, energy control process, company policies, work practices and
the labor agreement. - Supervisory experience with leadership and teamwork skills, communication skills both oral and written.
- Possess valid Pennsylvania Commercial Driver’s License.