Lineman jobs in Wilmington, DE

Lineman constructs, maintains, and repairs overhead and underground transmission lines. Performs site preparation tasks, including digging holes or trenches, installing anchors, climbing poles, and using equipment like digger derricks, aerial lifts, pulling and tensioning equipment, forklifts, and dump trucks. Being a Lineman installs wire and cable. Follows all safety regulations and procedures. Additionally, Lineman work is performed outdoors in all weather conditions. Typically requires a high school diploma or equivalent. Requires a valid Driver's License. Typically reports to a supervisor. The Lineman works under moderate supervision. Gaining or has attained full proficiency in a specific area of discipline. To be a Lineman typically requires 1-3 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Lineman
  • Amtrak
  • Perryville, MD FULL_TIME
  • Your success is a train ride away!

    As we move America's workforce toward the future, Amtrak connects businesses and communities across the country. We employ more than 20,000 diverse, energetic professionals in a variety of career fields throughout the United States.

    The safety of our passengers, our employees, the public and our operating environment is our priority, and the success of our railroad is due to our employees.

    Are you ready to join our team?

    Our values of 'Do the Right Thing, Excel Together and Put Customers First' are at the heart of what matters most to us, and our Core Capabilities, 'Building Trust, Accountability, Effective Communication, Customer Focus, and Proactive Safety & Security' are what every employee needs to know and do to be most impactful at Amtrak.

    By living the Amtrak values, focusing on our capabilities, and actively embracing and fostering diverse ideas, backgrounds, and perspectives, together we will honor our past and make Amtrak a company of the future.

    SUMMARY OF DUTIES :

    Lineman Trainees are responsible for the construction, maintenance, and installation of high voltage transmission, catenary, and signal transmission systems.

    ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :

    Duties include attaching appurtenances, relocate lines away from existing lines, shift poles requiring new foundations, install anchors and foundations, shift under traffic, move poles with wires attached, splice existing appurtenances, and install new foundations and certain designated power lines and signal transmission systems.

    MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

    • Must be a minimum of 18 years of age and a high school graduate or GED Equivalent.
    • Must have a minimum of 2 years' experience in heavy physical labor.
    • Must be able to lift 50lbs or more.
    • Applicants must have a valid driver's license on the date of hire.
    • Must be able to obtain CDL license within 90 days of hire date.
    • Applicants must be able to perform basic mathematical computations including fractions and decimals.
    • Ability to pass required training with written exams including two weeks of safety training and required department training modules over a 24-month period to progress to qualified lineman.
    • Must read, write, & speak the English language clearly and have the ability to communicate using telephone and radio.

    PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS :

    • Basic climbing, rigging, and lineman experience is a plus.
    • Basic mechanical aptitude and knowledge of hand tools.
    • Electronic / electrical background or education is a plus.
    • Previous electric traction railroad experience preferred.
    • CDL License

    WORK ENVIRONMENT :

    Applicants must be able and willing to understand and apply safety rules, practice safe work habits, identify safety risks and avoid potentially risky behaviors and situations.

    COMMUNICATIONS AND INTERPERSONAL SKILLS :

    Must have excellent written and oral communication skills.

    • Amtrak offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes health, dental, and vision plans; wellness programs; flexible spending accounts;
    • 401K retirement plan; life insurance; paid time off; reimbursement of education; Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility;

    Railroad Retirement sickness and retirement benefits; and rail pass privileges. Some benefits are subject to the collective bargaining agreement.

    Learn more about our benefits offerings here .

    Requisition ID : 161012

    Posting Location(s) : Maryland

    Job Family / Function : Engineering

    Relocation Offered : No

    Travel Requirements : Up to 25%

    You power our progress through your performance.

    We want your work at Amtrak to be more than a job. We want your career at Amtrak to be a fulfilling experience where you find challenging work, rewarding opportunities, respect among colleagues, and attractive compensation.

    Amtrak maintains a culture that values high performance and recognizes individual employee contributions.

    Amtrak is committed to a safe workplace free of drugs and alcohol. All Amtrak positions requires a pre-employment background check that includes prior employment verification, a criminal history check and a pre-employment drug screen.

    Candidates who test positive for marijuana will be disqualified, regardless of any state or local statute, ordinance, regulation, or other law that legalizes or decriminalizes the use or possession of marijuana, whether for medical, recreational, or other use.

    Amtrak's pre-employment drug testing program is administered in accordance with DOT regulations and applicable law.

    In accordance with DOT regulations (49 CFR 40.25), Amtrak is required to obtain prior drug and alcohol testing records for applicants / employees intending to perform safety-sensitive duties for covered Department of Transportation positions.

    If an applicant / employee refuses to provide written consent for Amtrak to obtain these records, the individual will not be permitted to perform safety-sensitive functions.

    In accordance with federal law governing security checks of covered individuals for providers of public transportation (Title 6 U.

    S.C. 1143), Amtrak is required to screen applicants for any permanent or interim disqualifying criminal offenses.

    Note that any education requirement listed above may be deemed satisfied if you have an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

    Amtrak is an EOE / Affirmative Action Minority / Female employer, and we welcome all to apply. We consider candidates regardless of race / color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related conditions), national origin / ethnicity, age, disability (intellectual, mental and physical), veteran status, marital status, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, genetic information, citizenship or any other personal characteristics protected by law.

    Last updated : 2024-03-06

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Journeyman Lineman
  • Delaware Electric Cooperative
  • Greenwood, DE FULL_TIME
  • Delaware Electric Cooperative, Inc. (DEC) is a progressive, member-owned electric distribution cooperative seeking an experienced candidate to fill the full-time position of JOURNEYMAN LINEMAN. The qu...
  • 21 Days Ago

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Maintenance Mechanic
  • Taylor Farms
  • Swedesboro, NJ
  • Taylor Fresh Foods, Inc. is dedicated to being North America’s favorite maker of salads and healthy fresh foods. Our “Ta...
  • 3/29/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Experienced Cable Lineman
  • Kanaan Communications, LLC
  • Mount Laurel, NJ
  • Overview and Essential Functions Our TEAM is growing! Are you looking for an opportunity to make a difference? Do you en...
  • 3/29/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Experienced Cable Lineman
  • STS/UtiliQuest
  • Mount Laurel, NJ
  • Overview and Essential Functions Our TEAM is growing! Are you looking for an opportunity to make a difference? Do you en...
  • 3/29/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Electrical Mechanic B
  • The School District Of Philadelphia
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • Job Summary This is entry level work in the electrical mechanical trade. Work involves assignments of increasing complex...
  • 3/29/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Maintenance Mechanic
  • Cross Resource Group
  • Bridgeton, NJ
  • The work hours for the position are 6:00 pm 6:30 am, and it is the 2-3-3-2 schedule which requires working every other w...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Building Maintenance Mechanic
  • Us Foods Inc.
  • Bridgeport, NJ
  • JOIN OUR WAREHOUSE TEAM! Ready to build a career with a company thats leading the foodservice industry? We help you make...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Maintenance Mechanic
  • Rogers Corporation
  • Bear, DE
  • Summary: This role will function as part of a team to provide maintenance, electrical and mechanical support to the prod...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Field Diesel Mechanic
  • Marine Systems, Inc.
  • Thorofare, NJ
  • Essential Duties Learn job safety while working in a field service environment Learn proper rigging and material handlin...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 17.0 square miles (44 km2). Of that, 10.9 square miles (28 km2) is land and 6.2 square miles (16 km2) is water. The total area is 36.25% water. The city sits at the confluence of the Christina River and the Delaware River, about 33 miles (53 km) southwest of Philadelphia. Wilmington Train Station, one of the southernmost stops on Philadelphia's SEPTA rail transportation system, is also served by Northeast Corridor Amtrak passenger trains. Wilmington is served by I-95 and I-495 within city limits. In addition, the twin-s...
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Income Estimation for Lineman jobs
$92,480 to $103,257
Wilmington, Delaware area prices
were up 1.0% from a year ago

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