Traveling Distribution Lineman

The Davis H. Elliot Company, Inc. is seeking to hire Apprentice Linemen and Journeyman Linemen for a special project based outside of Memphis, TN.

For over eight decades, investor-owned utilities, municipalities, cooperatives, and others have entrusted their electrical construction and maintenance needs to Davis H. Elliot Company, Inc. (Elliot).

Elliot is a full-service electrical contractor specializing in overhead and underground distribution, transmission, substations, lighting, traffic signaling, utility locating, and industrial/commercial services.

As an Apprentice Lineman or Journeyman Lineman, you will be responsible for performing overhead and underground distribution construction and maintenance work as part of a dedicated project team. Typical responsibilities include:

• Perform energized and de-energized line work as assigned.
• Assist with the construction, maintenance, and restoration of electrical distribution facilities.
• Operate company vehicles, equipment, and tools safely and efficiently.
• Follow all company safety policies, procedures, and customer requirements.
• Maintain proper care of assigned company equipment and tools.
• Work effectively as part of a crew in a fast-paced project environment.
• Participate in daily job briefings and safety meetings.
• Perform other duties as directed by supervision.
• Project work is located outside the Memphis, TN area.
• Employees should be prepared to work extended schedules, including up to seven (7) days per week during peak project periods.
• Assignments may require continuous project work for up to three (3) months at a time.
• Hotel accommodations will be provided by the company.
• Per diem will be provided in accordance with company policy.
• Lunch will be provided on-site during scheduled workdays.

• Three (3) or more years of Journeyman Lineman experience preferred.
• Valid Class A CDL required.
• Current DOT medical card required.
• Ability to perform overhead distribution line work safely and efficiently.
• Must possess and maintain personal hand tools.
• Must be able to pass a criminal background check and drug screening.
• Previous electrical utility or line construction experience preferred.
• Enrollment in or willingness to participate in a recognized apprenticeship program preferred.
• Strong commitment to safety and learning the trade.

• Medical Insurance (Employer Paid)
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Company-Paid Life Insurance with Optional Supplemental Coverage
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• State and Federally Accredited Lineman Apprenticeship Program
• Paid Vacation
• Company-Provided Uniforms and PPE
• Advancement Opportunities Throughout the Southeast
• Stable, Long-Term Utility Contract Work

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.