Overhead Distribution Lineman B

Who We Are

Centuri Group is a family of companies that operate as a utility infrastructure enterprise throughout the US and Canada, committed to safely delivering gas, electric, and utility services to our customers and communities. We invest in our employees’ development and value unique skills, perspectives, and backgrounds, fostering a stable foundation to grow and thrive for the next 100 years.

As a Lineman B1 you will build multiphase energized facilities. Experience required is a third‑year, first‑tier assumption of six months of field experience. You will report to the crew foreman.

Corpus Christi, TX

• Work on utility poles and fixtures in energized situations
• Demonstrate proper cover application, handle energized multiphase primary conductors, and work around covered multiphase lines
• Frame transformer banks, rotate three‑phase secondary/services, and troubleshoot overhead lines
• Work around covered multiphase primary equipment
• Follow safety performance requirements
• Receive instruction in tree trimming, multimeter operations, line test equipment, cut‑outs and reclosures, advanced rigging, and line repair with rubber gloves
• Complete required company training, including safety training
• Perform administrative duties as required
• Perform additional responsibilities as requested by leadership

• Minimum 3 years of experience in the electrical powerline industry
• 2 years as an Apprentice Lineman
• All skills required for a Lineman C2
• Understanding of basic electricity
• Knowledge of proper use, care, and maintenance of hot sticks
• Pass evaluation of competency before promotion and participation in the Apprenticeship Training Program
• Commercial Driver of Light (CDL) license

• Benefit package including Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Voluntary Life & AD&D Insurance and Short‑Term and Long‑Term Disability
• Vacation/Sick time and paid holidays
• Potential bonus opportunities
• Career development opportunities
• Employee discounts
• Weekly payroll

• Work sites are outdoors in potentially extreme weather conditions
• All worksite safety instructions are written and spoken in English; must be fluent in English
• Work includes prolonged and repeated lifting (including overhead, up to 50 lbs), standing, climbing, kneeling, reaching, crouching, and crawling
• Work is performed within the "red zone" of heavy equipment
• Working safely requires quick, accurate hand‑eye coordination and the ability to remain constantly alert and safe

• Pass pre‑employment, random, post‑accident, and reasonable suspicion drug screens
• Provide valid US work authorization documents for E‑Verify
• Satisfactory results from a pre‑employment background check
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record
• Pre‑employment medical fit‑for‑duty test; hold/obtain DOT medical card

This job description is subject to change at any time. It reflects management's assignment of essential functions and does not exclude or restrict tasks that may be assigned. Centuri and its subsidiary companies provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

Centuri will provide reasonable accommodations to allow applicants to participate in the hiring process if requested. Centuri is a Department of Transportation regulated employer. Certain safety‑sensitive positions are covered under the DOT Drug and Alcohol Testing Regulations, 49 CFR Part 40. Marijuana remains a Schedule I controlled substance; its use or a positive test is unacceptable for any safety‑sensitive employee subject to the Drug Free Workplace Policy.