Overhead Distribution Journeyman Lineman

Abilene, TX, USPosted Oct 15, 2026

Job description

Who We Are Connecting People to Possibility As a publicly traded company (NYSE: CTRI) with $2.6 billion in revenue, Centuri leads the way in utility infrastructure across North America. What sets us apart is our local agility, resources to scale, and comprehensive solutions for a dynamic energy market. Whether in the field or providing essential behind the scenes support, Centuri offers professional growth opportunities where you can thrive and make a difference.

Join a culture where safety, sustainability, and teamwork come first, with training and benefits that truly care for your well-being. Reporting to the crew Foreman, as an experience Journeyman Lineman, you will build multiphase energized facilities. Location: Abilene, TX

  • Must have a class A CDL What You'll Do Work on utility poles and fixtures on energized situations Write field switching and clearance orders Assist Foreman in coordinating jobs Follow all customers specifications and follow company safety policies Complete required company training, including safety training Administrative duties as needed Perform other responsibilities as requested by leadership What You'll Have 4+ years' experience in the electrical powerline industry 3+ years' experience as an Apprentice Lineman All the skills required for Lineman A Experience working on distribution facilities Understanding of controlling equipment, line design, fuse coordination, switching tagging and grounding policies Experience working unsupervised in all aspect of utility line work What You'll Get Benefit Package including Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage 401K w/ Company Match Voluntary Life & AD&D Insurance and Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Vacation/Sick Time and Paid Holidays Potential Bonus Opportunities Career Development Opportunities Employee Discounts Weekly Payroll Work Environment Work sites are outdoors in potentially extreme weather conditions All worksite safety instructions are written and spoken in English; must be fluent in English Work includes prolonged and repeated: lifting (including overhead, up to 50lbs); standing; climbing; kneeling; reaching and feeling; crouching and crawling Work is performed within the “red zone” of heavy equipment Working safely requires quick/accurate hand-eye coordination and the ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner Legal Stuff Pass pre-employment, random, post-accident, and reasonable suspicion drug screens Provide valid US work authorization documents for E-Verify Satisfactory results of pre-employment background check results Valid driver’s license with clean driving record Pre-employment medical fit-for-duty test; hold/obtain DOT medical card Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Commitment This job description is subject to change at any time. It reflects management’s assignment of essential functions, and does not exclude or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. Centuri and its subsidiary companies will provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants without regard to an applicant’s race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other status protected by federal, state or local law. Centuri will provide reasonable accommodations to allow an applicant to participate in the hiring process (e.g., accommodations for a test or job interview) if so requested. #Linetec. Services #LI-LN1 Centuri is a Department of Transportation regulated employer. Certain safety-sensitive positions are covered under the DOT Drug and Alcohol Testing Regulations, 49 CFR Part
  1. It is important to note that marijuana remains a drug listed in Schedule I of the Controlled Substances Act. It remains unacceptable for any safety-sensitive employee subject to drug testing under the company’s Drug Free Workplace Policy to use or test positive for marijuana.

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