Journeyman Lineman Jobs
Journeyman Lineman jobs are open across utilities, construction, and telecommunications, covering specializations in overhead line work, underground distribution, and substation installation, at every level from apprentice-qualified to master lineman and foreman. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Job Duties/Responsibilities:
- Connects, rearranges, repairs, and maintains outside cable to supply and maintain good service
- Place aerial/buried telephone cable (copper and fiber)
- Work efficiently from a bucket truck
- Connects wires and cables to terminals and attaches/detaches various kinds of hardware to wires, cables, buildings, or poles
- Performs aerial tasks such as new cable installs, pole transfers, strand building, cable hanging, lashing, etc.
- Perform construction work such as digging holes, placing cable, air pipe and inner duct in various types of conduit systems and open excavations
- Climb utility poles and/or use aerial lift truck to place cables on poles per system design
- Ensures all installation work is done according to quality standards, always complying with proper safety standards/procedures and work practices according to OSHA
- Restore area to project requirements
- Understand field prints to determine what work is to be performed as well as point out potential issues before and during work
- Report project progress to the Foreman and relate the needs for the days to come avoiding delays of work due to lack of materials and equipment
- Work in, on and around customer’s property while following company policies and maintaining the highest level of professionalism towards any customer and their property
- Directly responsible for all vehicles and equipment in their control
- Be able to climb poles and work from aerial buckets
- Experience in telephone outside plant construction or related experience, which includes experience in the placement of telecommunications cable (copper and fiber)
- Valid Class A CDL preferred
- Ability to read and interpret construction prints, plans, and specifications
- Ability to travel for projects
- Experience operating heavy equipment
- Ability to properly lift up to 50 pounds
Job Duties/Responsibilities:
- Connects, rearranges, repairs, and maintains outside cable to supply and maintain good service
- Place aerial/buried telephone cable (copper and fiber)
- Work efficiently from a bucket truck
- Connects wires and cables to terminals and attaches/detaches various kinds of hardware to wires, cables, buildings, or poles
- Performs aerial tasks such as new cable installs, pole transfers, strand building, cable hanging, lashing, etc.
- Perform construction work such as digging holes, placing cable, air pipe and inner duct in various types of conduit systems and open excavations
- Climb utility poles and/or use aerial lift truck to place cables on poles per system design
- Ensures all installation work is done according to quality standards, always complying with proper safety standards/procedures and work practices according to OSHA
- Restore area to project requirements
- Understand field prints to determine what work is to be performed as well as point out potential issues before and during work
- Report project progress to the Foreman and relate the needs for the days to come avoiding delays of work due to lack of materials and equipment
- Work in, on and around customer’s property while following company policies and maintaining the highest level of professionalism towards any customer and their property
- Directly responsible for all vehicles and equipment in their control
- Be able to climb poles and work from aerial buckets
- Experience in telephone outside plant construction or related experience, which includes experience in the placement of telecommunications cable (copper and fiber)
- Valid Class A CDL preferred
- Ability to read and interpret construction prints, plans, and specifications
- Ability to travel for projects
- Experience operating heavy equipment
- Ability to properly lift up to 50 pounds
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in journeyman lineman jobs.
- Current Journeyman Lineman certification or state license required
- Valid Class A or Class B commercial driver's license
- Minimum four-year apprenticeship or equivalent on-the-job training
- OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 construction safety certification
- Proficiency working on distribution systems at 4 kV to 35 kV
- Ability to climb wood poles and work at heights in all weather conditions
Tips for Your Journeyman Lineman Job Search
List your certifications before experience
Employers scan for your CDL class, OSHA 10 or 30, and CPR credentials before reading your work history. Put certifications in a dedicated section at the top of your resume so hiring managers spot your compliance qualifications immediately.
Quantify your line construction output
Vague descriptions like 'installed power lines' get skipped. Instead, note the voltage levels you worked on, the types of structures you set, and whether projects were overhead or underground. Specifics show foremen you can step onto a job site and contribute.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists journeyman lineman openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target openings by storm-response or build type
Some postings focus on storm restoration crews, others on new transmission build-out or underground conversion. Reading for that distinction tells you whether the work is travel-heavy emergency response or a stable local project, so you apply where your availability and experience actually fit.
Prepare for a hands-on skills demonstration
Many utility and line construction interviews include a practical test: climbing, PPE donning, or knot-tying under supervision. Brush up on the specific tasks listed in the job posting and arrive with your personal protective equipment if the posting says to bring it.
Negotiate your per-diem and travel terms separately
Travel lineman roles often include per-diem, lodging, and mileage reimbursement on top of your hourly rate. These are negotiable independently of your wage, so ask about each line item during the offer stage rather than accepting the package as fixed.
Journeyman Lineman Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most journeyman linemans?
The companies hiring the most journeyman linemans right now include TDX Corporation, ElectriCom, and NorthWestern Energy, with the largest share of openings in Texas, Arizona, and Nevada, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Utility contractors and cooperative electric associations tend to post the highest volume of openings year-round.
How many journeyman lineman jobs are remote?
About 50% of journeyman lineman openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting how hands-on the role is by nature. The small share of remote-compatible work tends to involve project coordination, training development, or safety compliance roles that build on field experience rather than active line work.
How do you become a journeyman lineman?
You become a journeyman lineman by completing a registered apprenticeship, typically administered through IBEW locals or independent line construction programs. Apprenticeships combine on-the-job training with classroom instruction covering electrical theory, safety codes, and equipment operation. After completing your hours and passing a written or practical exam, you receive your journeyman certification, which most employers require before hiring at this classification.
Can you get hired as a journeyman lineman with limited experience?
Getting hired at the journeyman level with limited field experience is difficult because the classification certifies that you can work independently on energized systems. If you're early in your career, applying for a groundman or apprentice lineman role with a utility or contractor is the realistic path, since those positions build toward journeyman certification without requiring it upfront.
What does the journeyman lineman interview process look like?
Most journeyman lineman interviews start with a phone or in-person screen covering your certifications, years of experience, and availability for travel or on-call work. A field supervisor or crew foreman typically conducts a second round focused on your technical background, the voltage levels you've worked on, and your familiarity with specific equipment. Some employers add a practical skills assessment before making an offer.
Where can I find and apply to journeyman lineman jobs?
You can find and apply to journeyman lineman jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from utility companies, line construction contractors, and cooperatives across the United States. Find roles that match your certifications, experience level, and preferred location, then apply directly to each listing from the same place.
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