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EnergyUnited Journeyman Lineman in Cornelius, North Carolina
Journeyman Lineman
Cornelius, NC
Job Description
EnergyUnited is seeking an experienced Journeyman Lineman to join our Cornelius Operations team. In this role, you’ll help build, maintain, and restore a safe, reliable electric system for our member-owners. This position is hands-on, safety-focused, and critical to keeping the lights on, especially when our members need us most.
If you’re a skilled lineman who takes pride in your craft, works well in a team environment, and is ready to respond when it matters, we want to hear from you.
What You’ll Do
Construct, operate, and maintain electric distribution and transmission lines
Perform routine and emergency line work with minimal supervision
Respond to outages and assist with storm restoration, including after-hours and on-call work
Perform complex and hazardous line work safely and efficiently
Train and mentor apprentice linemen
Apply knowledge of voltage regulation, fault current, and line protection
Size single-phase transformers and calculate transformer loads
Operate equipment and maintain accurate records and reports
Occasionally serve as Crew Leader or assist with on-call crew supervision
Participate in and present safety meetings as assigned
Skills & Requirements
What We’re Looking For
High School Diploma or equivalent
5 years of journeyman-level line experience
North Carolina Class A CDL with a good driving record
Possess or be able to obtain a complete set of personal lineman tools
Strong commitment to safety, teamwork, and member service
Ability to work outdoors in adverse weather and challenging conditions
Working Conditions
Normal hours: 7:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. (overtime and irregular hours required as needed)
Must be available during adverse weather events and emergencies
Physical demands include climbing, lifting (100+ lbs), operating heavy equipment, and working near traffic
Residency Requirement
This is a direct operational position. Employees must live or be willing to relocate within 25 miles of the assigned office.
Why EnergyUnited?
At EnergyUnited, our culture is simple and strong:
Be safe. Be secure. Be present. Be member focused.
We offer competitive pay, excellent benefits, and the opportunity to make a real impact in the communities we serve.