Lineman Program

This program will teach you entry level skills to gain employment as a groundman or lineman. You will learn CPR & First Aid, Bucket Rescue, Pole Top Rescue, Wood Pole Climbing, and become NC Flagger Certified.

Position Purpose:The Overhead Groundman position is your first step to a rewarding career in the construction and maintenance of our nation's Power Grid. You will assist your team in building, repairing, and maintaining overhead electrical distribution systems.Primary Responsibilities:• Assist fellow line-workers in meeting project goals• Join storm restoration efforts in times of need• Follow company safety rules and policies while performing new construction or maintenance of energized high voltage systems and de-energized overhead work• Inspect rubber goods and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and wear it properly.• String overhead wire, set poles and anchors• Help install transformers, lightening arrestors, cutouts, cross-arms, insulators, switches, and switchgear• Help replace fuses in transformers and clear faulty circuits and systems• Maintain and operate company vehicles, equipment, and tools in good working order• Perform rigorous physical labor• Use company radio• Understand basic rigging, hand lines, and lineman knot tying• Receive and follow directions• Have a basic knowledge of materials used in line work• Identify primary and secondary voltage on a circuit• Perform basic bucket rescue/escape• Work at heights and confined spacesPhysical Demands:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job.While performing the responsibilities of this job, you talk and hear. The job frequently requires you to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle and feel; and reach with hands and arms.Work Environment:While performing the responsibilities of this job, you are frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. You are occasionally exposed to a variety of extreme conditions at construction sites. The noise level in the work environment and job sites can be loud. An employee performs this position in outside-weather conditions.Competencies:• Team-Oriented• Customer Oriented• Familiarity with Induced Voltages.• Understanding of the basic concepts of equipment set up and grounding. • Understanding of the minimum approach distanceRequired Qualifications:• Must have Valid Driver's License.• Able to travel long distances at short notice.• Work for extended periods in multiple locations.• Able to lift an excess of 50 lbs.• Willing to work overtime when requested.Benefits:We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the well-being of our employees and their families. Our benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, company-paid holidays, a 401(k) plan, and numerous voluntary benefits.Special Position Requirements:This is a safety sensitive position, and all applicable policies including drug testing and background checks will apply.Reasonable Accommodations:River City Construction is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all federal, state, and local nondiscrimination laws, including the ADA. If you need reasonable accommodation during the application or hiring process, please contact our Human Resources Department at (252)403-0552 or email HumanResources@RiverCityinc.net.Equal Opportunity EmployerThis employer requires notifying all applicants of their rights according to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.