Powerline Crewleader
Listed on 2026-09-23
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Trades / Skilled Labor
Field/Service Technician
Location: Fayetteville
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and direct crew activities related to the installation, maintenance, and repair of overhead and underground electric distribution and transmission facilities.
- Investigate job sites and pre-plan work activities to ensure safe and efficient operations.
- Install and maintain primary and secondary power lines, cables, and conduit systems.
- Operate bucket trucks, line trucks, backhoes, and conductor/cable pulling and tensioning equipment.
- Perform and oversee emergency restoration and outage response activities.
- Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and technical specifications.
- Train, mentor, and evaluate line personnel while promoting a strong safety culture.
Complete work orders, timesheets, and other required documentation.
- Graduation froman accredited two (2) year community/technical college with a degree/certification in a related field and a minimum of three (3) years experience as an electric Powerline Technician first class, which includes lead worker responsibilities; OR
- Graduation fromhigh school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma and a minimum of five (5) years of experience as defined in (A) above; OR
An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience as defined(A) and (B) above.
- Strong knowledge of overhead and underground power line construction and maintenance practices.
- Experience working on energized high-voltage distribution systems.
- Ability to lead crews, delegate work, and coordinate field operations.
- Knowledge of utility safety practices and regulations.
- Ability to respond effectively during emergency outages and storm restoration efforts.
Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Functional Employment Test (FET) required.
- Valid North Carolina Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) required.
- Ability to free climb utility poles.
Ability to perform the essential functions of the position.
- Competitive pay and benefits
- Leadership opportunity within a public power utility
- Career growth and development opportunities
- Hands-on work supporting critical electric infrastructure
- Opportunity to make a direct impact on reliable electric service for the Fayetteville community
EMPLOYER’S RIGHTS:
This job description is general and illustrative of the kind of duties required of this position. It is not exhaustive and does not contain a detailed description of all the duties that may be assigned to the incumbent occupying this position.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
PWC does not offer employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future.
Grade 410X $41.33-$54.45
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