3755 - Lineman - Foreman (NC)

Job Summary

Bird Electric Enterprises is seeking a Lineman Foreman to lead crews installing and repairing high-voltage power and distribution lines in North Carolina. The role combines hands-on field work with crew coordination and a strong focus on safe, quality execution.

Responsibilities

• Direct crew work, coordinate with other trades, and provide on-the-job instruction.
• Plan weekly work, crew goals, tools, materials, and equipment needs.
• Lead pre-job safety planning, toolbox meetings, hazard correction, and incident reporting.
• Review timecards, track quantities and progress, and complete craft performance assessments.
• Inspect work and equipment to ensure compliance with project plans, specifications, and industry standards.

Required Experience

• Journeyman Lineman experience or equivalent education and experience in industrial construction involving high-voltage cables.
• Working knowledge of installing or repairing electrical power and distribution cables or wires.
• Ability to follow directions and provide the tools required for the position.
• Preferred credentials include NCCER Power Line Work, NCCER Power Generation Maintenance Electrician, a state electrical license, NCCER Rigger, NCCER Fundamentals of Crew Leadership, NCCER Project Supervision, and NCCER Project Management.

Work Environment

• Physical outdoor construction work may involve lifting up to 50 pounds, climbing structures and ladders, and working in cramped spaces and extreme weather.
• May require hard physical labor for shifts up to 12 hours.

Compensation and Benefits

Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage, life insurance, wellness programming, paid vacation and holidays after eligibility, a company-matched 401(k), and additional voluntary benefits.

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