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As of Aug 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for non union lineman in the United States is $41.15, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $28.61 and $53.12 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Non Union Lineman is a skilled tradesperson who installs, repairs, and maintains electrical power systems without being part of a labor union. They often work for private companies, municipalities, or contractors and may have more flexibility in job opportunities and negotiations. While they do not receive union representation, they may have competitive pay, benefits, and career growth depending on the employer.

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Non Union Linemen frequently face challenges such as working in hazardous weather conditions, responding to emergency outages, and handling physically demanding tasks at significant heights. The role often involves irregular hours and the need to be on-call during storms or power failures, which requires flexibility and a commitment to public safety. Linemen also need to adapt to rapidly changing field situations, follow strict safety protocols, and work closely with diverse teams. However, these challenges offer valuable hands-on experience and strong growth opportunities within the power utility industry.

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Lineman 2nd Class - Non-union

Utility Lines Construction Services, LLC

Burlington, NC • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 12 days ago


Utility Lines Construction Services rating

6.5

Company rating: 6.5 out of 10

Based on 25 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

Utility Lines Construction Services
Job Title: Overhead Distribution C Lineperson 
Job Description: A entry-level line worker that installs and fixes overhead distribution and transmission systems, which includes poles, cables, and electrical systems. Line Workers also fit, repair, and maintain underground cables and electrical equipment.  
Pay: 
  • Competitive/Hourly – Discussed During Interview Process 
Primary responsibilities:   
  • Installing transformers, lightening arrestors, cutouts, crossarms, insulators, switches, and switchgear 
  • Setting poles and anchors, stringing overhead wire, proper sagging techniques 
  • Troubleshooting trouble in primary and secondary systems. 
  • Replacing cutout fuses and clearing faulted circuits and systems. 
  • Ability to solve problems with unidentified circumstances on any particular job. 
  • Ensure daily testing and inspection of assigned tools and equipment. 
  • Will have contact with public and private property owners to professionally communicate work to be performed.
  • Maintain company equipment in a safe and efficient manner. 
  • General duties related to the installation of overhead power supply. 
  • Perform new construction, maintenance or repair work of energized and de-energized overhead line work following company established Safety and Health standards. 
  • All other duties as required or requested by Supervisors.
  • Reports all potential equipment and crew safety hazards to Foreperson  
 
Minimum qualification:   
  • Ability and specific skill to work with energized high voltage systems  
  • Must possess strong communication skills both written and spoken. 
  • Ability to work with and around heavy equipment. 
  • Must have knowledge of proper sagging techniques 
  • Ability to install and remove a service 
  • May be able to identify primary and secondary voltage. 
  • Knowledge on tying in a primary conductor, phasing a circuit through a substation and identify induced voltage. 
  • Must have some knowledge of checking voltage on transformers, one shot on a recloser and grounding procedures. 
  • May have some understanding of flag and tag procedures. 
  • May be able to identify different materials used in linework. 
  • Must have some understanding of Kellum grips and phasing sticks. 
  • Must have some knowledge of load break tool and reconductoring job. 
  • Must have some proven previous Overhead Maintenance experience. 
  • Must have some knowledge of trenching and shoring, rigging, hand lines, and lineman knot tying and making and using a hand line 
  • Must have some knowledge of assisting hooking up a single or three phase transformers. 
  • May be able to inspect/use proper cover up. 
  • Must have some knowledge of minimum approach distance. 
  • May be capable of bucket rescue. 
  • Must have some knowledge of safely installing and removing a mechanical jumper. 
  • May be able to climb different structures and possess the tools to do the climb. 
  • Must be able to identify, operate and service all required tools and equipment. (i.e., bucket truck, digger derrick truck, tensioners, puller, rollers, hand tamp, chain saw, concrete saw, shovel) 
  • May be able to operate and service all required tools and equipment. 
  • Must be able to work long hours and overtime during holidays, emergencies, weekends, etc.  
  
Education and experience:  
  • Must have a minimum of 1 - 2 years of experience in the electrical power line construction industry.
  • Be able to provide proof of work experience, schooling, and any certifications that you have obtained during your career.

Traveling requirements:
 
  • Must be willing to travel out of state for emergency storm work. 
Driver License: 
  • Valid Drivers License is preferred, if not must be able to discuss during the interview proess. 
  • Valid CDL is preferred or willingness to obtain valid CDL within 90 days of employment. If unable to obtain, please discuss this during the interview process. 
Safety: 
  • Due to the inherently dangerous nature of the industry and requirements to work with or around hazardous equipment, employees must have sufficient eyesight to judge distance/coordination of equipment and tools, be able to maintain attention and concentration for extended periods of time, be able to withstand exposure to all kinds of weather while completing work assignments, be able to wear personal protective equipment as necessary, be able to enter and exit a vehicle numerous times a day, have the endurance necessary to traverse various terrain, be capable of performing job duties throughout a standard 8 or 10-hour day, be able to communicate with others, read, write, and comprehend written/verbal job instructions and information, and communicate and handle conflict professionally.
 
Pre-Screen 
  • Upon offer, employees may be required to complete and pass a pre-employment drug screen, background, and/or MVR check. 
Physical requirements:  
  • Occasionally (up to 33%): Sitting, Kneeling, and Crawling
  • Frequently (up to 66 %): Stooping, Squatting, Body Twisting, Manual Dexterity, Reading, Climbing Ladders, Climbing On/Off Truck, Climbing Poles, Gripping, and Climbing Stairs
  • Continuously (up to 100%): Standing, Walking, Sense of Touch, Speaking Clearly, Seeing Distant, Seeing, Reaching, Range of Motion, Hearing-Speech Range, Depth Perception, Color Vision, Lifting, Carrying, Pushing, Pulling, Lifting Over 10 lbs. to 50 lbs., Balancing, Lifting Up to 10 lbs., and Lifting Up to 50 lbs. 

 Individuals with a disability who desire a reasonable accommodation can contact the ADA Coordinator by calling 1-833-222-3066. We partner with the Department of Homeland Security/U.S. Customs and Immigration Service to e-Verify all newly hired employees.


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