NEOGOV · 5 hours ago
Electric Journeyman
Shelby, NC
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$32.95/hr - $32.95/hrNEOGOV is a company focused on energy services, and they are seeking an Electric Journeyman to oversee and participate in the construction, maintenance, and operation of an electric distribution system. The role involves various tasks such as installing and repairing power lines, operating equipment, and ensuring safety protocols are followed.
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Responsibilities
Performs the duties of Electric Distribution Technician II
Climbs poles, operates bucket and line trucks, and various pieces of equipment as required
Frames poles, installs hardware, fuses, transformers, and pulls wires
Ties in conductors and changes insulators; performs electrical hot line work as required
Operates hotline equipment and tools; uses standard hand and power tools
Takes clearances and occasionally performs switching at unattended substations and line sectionalizing disconnect switches
Installs single phase and multi-phase underground and overhead services
Maintains and assists in repairs of various substation equipment as required
Installs and removes cross arms, cutouts, lighting arresters, primary and secondary lines, span guys, breaker bars, etc
Carries out requisite ground work in preparation for and at the conclusion of a job
Maintains and repairs street and rental lights as required
Maintains necessary paperwork and transformer card data as needed
Initiates and disconnects services at the pole; checks voltage and rotation
Installs voltage and current transformers; wires transformer rated meters
Diagnoses problems in the field, responds with sound judgment to unusual and hazardous circumstances and determines action and restores service
Maintains and installs underground services; operates all underground equipment
Verifies the condition of all vehicles, equipment, and tools provided for use in the performance of work
Participates in job briefings; conducts and attends safety meetings
May be required to work outside of normal working hours in stand-by, on-call, or emergency situations
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or GED
Considerable experience in electric line construction and maintenance, or equivalent combination of education and experience
Possession of CPR and First Aid certifications upon hire
Completion of Advanced Lineman, Underground, and Meter courses, Competent Person, and Confined Space training upon hire
Complete Advanced Underground School, Advanced Lineman School, and Advance Meter School within 24 months of hire
Successfully complete Pole Top Rescue and Bucket Rescue upon hire and each year thereafter
Completion of the following Electricities schools: Intermediate Lineman School, Trouble Shooting School, and Transformer School
Valid commercial driver's license in the State of North Carolina
Thorough knowledge of the practices, methods, equipment, materials, and tools used in the erection and maintenance of electrical lines
Thorough knowledge of the standard practices applicable in making electric service connections
Thorough knowledge of the location of the distribution system and of the areas serviced
Thorough knowledge of the design and principles of various types of relays and other instruments used in electric substations
Thorough knowledge of the occupational hazards and the safety precautions of the work
Thorough knowledge of the basic operation of computers and computer programs
Thorough knowledge of basic math skills and mathematical calculations
Thorough knowledge of the practices, methods, tools, and equipment used in the maintenance, repair, and testing of instruments and controls
Skill in the use and care of tools and equipment to which assigned
Ability to understand and carry out complex oral and written instructions
Ability to read and understand schematic diagrams
Ability to make proper service connections with speed and accuracy
Ability to train and supervise staff
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates and the general public
Preferred
Completion of Lineman Career Development Program Level II
Benefits
Health
Dental
Vision
Disability
Life Insurance
401k
NC Retirement
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
Founded in 1999
501-1000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$700MKey Investors
The Carlyle Group,Warburg PincusWarburg Pincus
2025-07-28Secondary Market· $700M
2025-07-28Acquired
2021-06-02Private Equity
Leadership Team
Shane Evangelist
CEO
Brandon McDonald
Head Of Marketing
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