Power Line Tech II

Power Line Tech II

Location: Boone, NC

Classification

Title:

High Voltage Distribution Specialist

Work in this class involves the construction, maintenance, and repair of high‑voltage underground and overhead primary and secondary electric distribution lines. Install and maintain New River Light and Power’s fiber‑optic network.

This position is responsible for working with live high‑voltage conductors, maintenance of electrical equipment, installation of underground power lines, and repair of overhead lines and poles. Also will install and maintain NRLP’s fiber optic network cables. Climbing, hand work, digging, heavy lifting, and all‑weather work is required. This position must be able to train and assist less experienced “B” line workers with the proper repair of live high and low voltage lines and be familiar with the use of powered equipment and safety techniques including climbing gear, bucket/digger trucks, excavators, high‑voltage gloves, and hoses.

• Construction, maintenance, and repair of high‑voltage underground and overhead primary and secondary electric distribution lines.
• Ability to operate University owned vehicles with a valid driver’s license.
• Journeyman‑level skills and knowledge, with ability to complete both physical and technical duties.
• Must live or relocate to within approximately a 20‑minute commute of Boone within 90 days of hire.

• Credentials from an Electrical Utility Lineman School Program and 4–5 years of electrical lineworker experience.
• Lives within 20 minutes of Boone, NC.
• Holds DoL Journeyman credentials.
• Holds CDL Class B license.

• Mon‑Fri, 7:00 am–4:00 pm; some call back and after‑hours required.
• Mandatory availability during NRLP/university emergencies, closures, adverse weather conditions, and other department‑defined events.

Employee must be physically able to perform the duties of the job. A physical assessment and skills test will be administered to finalists who qualify.

Anticipated hiring range: $69,878 – $78,000. Pay will be commensurate with applicant competencies, budget, equity, and market considerations.

• Required references:
  List a minimum of 3 professional references on application.
• All candidates hired will be required to complete portions of the NC and NRLP apprenticeship program through New River Light & Power to demonstrate competency. Completion may allow for DoL credentials.
• CDL Class B required within 6 months of hire.
• Candidate will be asked to demonstrate physical and basic technical abilities as part of the interview and consideration process.

Posting Date: 12/15/2025
Closing Date: 02/01/2026