Journeyman Lineman

Energy United is seeking an experienced Journeyman Lineman to join our Cornelius Operations team. In this role, you’ll help build, maintain, and restore a safe, reliable electric system for our member-owners. This position is hands‑on, safety‑focused, and critical to keeping the lights on, especially when our members need us most.

If you’re a skilled lineman who takes pride in your craft, works well in a team environment, and is ready to respond when it matters, we want to hear from you.

• Construct, operate, and maintain electric distribution and transmission lines
• Perform routine and emergency line work with minimal supervision
• Respond to outages and assist with storm restoration, including after‑hours and on‑call work
• Perform complex and hazardous line work safely and efficiently
• Train and mentor apprentice linemen
• Apply knowledge of voltage regulation, fault current, and line protection
• Size single‑phase transformers and calculate transformer loads
• Operate equipment and maintain accurate records and reports
• Occasionally serve as Crew Leader or assist with on‑call crew supervision
• Participate in and present safety meetings as assigned

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 5 years of journeyman‑level line experience
• North Carolina Class A CDL with a good driving record
• Possess or be able to obtain a complete set of personal lineman tools
• Strong commitment to safety, teamwork, and member service
• Ability to work outdoors in adverse weather and challenging conditions

• Normal hours: 7:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. (overtime and irregular hours required as needed)
• Must be available during adverse weather events and emergencies
• Physical demands include climbing, lifting (100+ lbs), operating heavy equipment, and working near traffic

This is a direct operational position. Employees must live or be willing to relocate within 25 miles of the assigned office.

At Energy United, our culture is simple and strong. Be safe. Be secure. Be present. Be member focused. We offer competitive pay, excellent benefits, and the opportunity to make a real impact in the communities we serve.