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Powerline Contractors Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Powerline Worker

Blacksburg, VA · On-site

$15.50 - $20.75/hr

Powerline Worker Apply now Back to search results Job no: 537295 Work type: Staff Senior management ... contractor. Experience in a multi-trade, multi-discipline environment. Experience in Substation ...

Powerline Technician Our greatest asset has been, and will continue to be, our people. We are ... workers, contractors & the public * Electrically qualified per OSHA 1910.269 up to 14.4KV ...

Construction Safety Manager

Dallas, TX · On-site

$73K - $98K/yr

Ensure all personnel complies with safe construction within powerline limits * Complete accident ... Oversee all subcontractors and contractors * Inspect power tools and heavy equipment * Write job ...

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How much do powerline contractors jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 23, 2026, the average hourly pay for powerline contractors in the United States is $43.70, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $31.01 and $53.61 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

How to become a powerline contractor?

To become a powerline contractor, you typically need to gain experience as a powerline worker through apprenticeships or on-the-job training, obtain relevant certifications such as OSHA safety training, and develop knowledge of electrical systems and construction. Many contractors also acquire a business license and insurance to operate legally and safely in the industry.
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Infographic showing various Powerline Contractors job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 92% Full Time, and 8% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $90,886 per year, or $43.7 per hour.

Apprentice and Journeyman Lineworkers

Synergy Powerline Construction

York, NE • On-site

Full-time

Posted 11 days ago


Job description

Apprentice and Journeyman Lineworker

Immediate openings for certified Apprentice and Journeyman Lineworkers to perform safe and efficient distribution and transmission line construction, substation construction, maintenance and operation work. We are an overhead powerline contractor serving customers across the Midwest including North Dakota, Minnesota, Montana, Iowa, Nebraska and South Dakota. This position will operate mostly in Minnesota and North Dakota. Applicants must be willing to travel, possess a valid driver's license, possess or be able to secure a valid Class A CDL and pass a pre-employment drug screening. This is a traveling position.

Qualifications

  • Certified Lineman and/or Journeyman License
  • Ability to obtain CPR and First aid certification
  • Superior communication skills
  • Possess or be able to secure a valid commercial driver's license (CDL)
  • Excellent analytical and organizational skills
  • Able to work under extreme environmental factors such as temperature variations
  • Able to pull up loads of up to 75 pounds
  • Must be able to travel