Distribution Overhead Equipment Operator - Fayetteville, NC

Distribution Overhead Equipment Operator - Fayetteville, NC

Job Category: Operations

Requisition Number: DISTR
019086

• Posted :
  August 21, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site

Showing 1 location

• Travel Required :
  Yes

Department:
Operations

Reports To:
Foreman

FLSA Status:
Non
- Exempt

Location: NC

Position

Purpose:

The Overhead Equipment Operator position is your first steptowardsa rewarding career in the construction and maintenance of our nation's Power Grid. You willassistyour team in building, repairing, andmaintainingoverhead electrical distribution systems.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Ensure the safety of yourself and others
• Assist fellow line-workers in meeting project goals
• Join storm restoration efforts in times of need
• Operate vehicles and equipment
• Continue training to improve your skills

Tasks:

• Work safely while performing new construction or maintenance work of energized and de-energized overhead work
• Inspect and understand the use of rubber goods and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
• Maintain company vehicles, equipment, and tools in good working order
• Perform rigorous physical labor
• Understand the proper use and maintenance of hand tools
• Understand the basic concepts of equipment set up and grounding
• Work at heights and/or confined spaces
• Understand excavation and shoring requirements
• Receive and follow directions
• Will work outside,frequently in inclement weather
• Does all other related work to complete the job

Physical Aspects:

• The physical demands described here are typical of those that must be met by ateam-memberto perform the essential functions of their job in powerline construction.
• While performing the tasks of this job, you regularly talk or listen.
  
  Frequently, the job requires you to stand; walk; use your hands to finger, handle, and feel; and reach with your hands and arms.
• The team-member isfrequentlyrequired to perform rigorous physical labor; sit; climb different typesof structures (wood, steel, etc.); or balance; and stoop, kneel crouch or crawl.
  
  Team membersfrequentlylift or move uptoor in-excess of 50 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depthperceptionand ability to adjust focus.

While performing the tasks of this job,team-membersmayfrequentlybe exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanicalpartsand vibration.

Team-members are occasionally exposed to a variety of extreme conditions atconstructionjob sites. The noise level in the work environment can be loud. Powerline construction work is performed outside and is subject to diverse weather conditions.

• Team-Oriented
• Customer Service Focused
• Ethical and Honest
• Can follow Company safety rules and all other Company policies

Required Qualifications:

• Must have a CDL Permit and the ability to obtain a CDL license within
  90 daysof hire
• Read,writeand communicate in English
• Able to travel long distances at short notice
• Work for extended periods in several locations,
• Able to lift anexcess
  50 lbs.
• Willing to work overtime when requested

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, andnumerousvoluntary 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 withall 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  or email Hu .

Equal Opportunity Employer

This employer requires notifying all applicants of their rights under federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

River City Construction provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) toall employees and applicants for employment.

This means without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, River City complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which we have facilities. *

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Yes . Travel may be required during storms and emergencies.

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