Brightpath Associates LLC
Position: Journey Lineworker (Full Time Role)
Location: Atwater, CA
Position Overview:
Reporting to the Lineman Foreperson, the Electrical Lineworker is responsible for the construction, maintenance, and repair of overhead, underground, and sub-surface electric transmission and distribution systems. This role involves working at heights, handling energized equipment, and ensuring safe and reliable power delivery across the utility network.
Key Responsibilities:
Installation & Maintenance:
Build and maintain transmission and distribution circuits, substations, streetlights, transformers, capacitors, and associated equipment-both overhead and underground.
Field Operations:
Climb poles and towers, perform live-line work using rubber gloves or hot sticks, terminate cables, operate equipment (presses, ventilators), and trim trees near power lines.
Service & Troubleshooting:
Respond to outages, connect/disconnect services, test customer systems, reconstruct lines, and perform phasing and energization of new/rebuilt circuits.
Safety & Compliance:
Ensure safe work practices aligned with OSHA, NEC, California G.O. 95/128, and utility regulations. Maintain tools and site cleanliness. Perform traffic control and participate in system switching.
Teamwork & Supervision:
Work independently or as part of a crew. May supervise and train apprentice lineworkers and participate in Underground Service Alert programs.
Required Qualifications:
Education & Experience:
High school diploma or equivalent.
Recognized Journeyman Electric Lineworker status via I.B.E.W. or equivalent (e.g., 3.5+ years of training/experience or completion of CA-NV JATC program).
Licenses & Certifications:
Valid California Class A Driver's License
Rubber Glove Certification
Pole-Top & Bucket Rescue Training
HAZWOPER (40-hour) + annual refresher
First Aid/CPR Certification
Forklift Certification
DOT manifesting and hazardous energy control training
Core Competencies & Skills:
Deep understanding of electric utility systems and field equipment
Skilled in energized line work, confined space operations, and equipment handling
Proficient in reading plans and using work order systems (Microsoft Suite, etc.)
Strong communication and safety-first mindset
Ability to work outdoors in varying conditions, perform physically demanding tasks, and respond to emergencies