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Journeyman Lineman SCD NERC

Delmarva Power
Harrington, DE Full Time
POSTED ON 5/22/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/19/2026
Who We Are

We're powering a cleaner, brighter future.

Exelon is leading the energy transformation, and we're calling all problem solvers, innovators, community builders and change makers. Work with us to deliver solutions that make our diverse cities and communities stronger, healthier and more resilient.

We're powered by purpose-driven people like you who believe in being inclusive and creative, and value safety, innovation, integrity and community service. We are a Fortune 200 company, 20,000 colleagues strong serving more than 10.7 million customers at six energy companies -- Atlantic City Electric (ACE), Baltimore Gas and Electric (BGE), Commonwealth Edison (ComEd), Delmarva Power & Light (DPL), PECO Energy Company (PECO), and Potomac Electric Power Company (Pepco).

We're committed to creating an environment where every person can thrive. Our employee experience is grounded in four tenets that guide how we support our people: purposeful careers, growth opportunities, community impact, and support to thrive.

In our relentless pursuit of excellence, we elevate diverse voices, fresh perspectives and bold thinking. And since we know transforming the future of energy is hard work, we provide competitive compensation, incentives, excellent benefits and the opportunity to build a rewarding career.

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Primary Purpose

PRIMARY PURPOSE OF POSITION

Under direct or general supervision regularly and customarily performs any work required for the construction and maintenance of all types of dead or energized conductors, structures, and equipment used in the transmission and distribution of electrical energy. This includes the following primary duties, together with other related and incidental work. In addition to the primary duties and other related work of similar grade, a Journeyman Lineman will be assigned to any other work of equal or lesser skill, within the capabilities of the individual, to meet emergencies or other operating needs.

Primary Duties

PRIMARY DUTIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES

  • Regularly does the most complicated construction and maintenance work on energized conductors, structures and equipment.
  • Installs, maintains, removes or replaces underground and overhead systems, including the splicing of rubber insulated nonleaded cable; does phasing and phase rotation on polyphase circuits; does distribution and transmission switching and sectionalizing when required; traces and clears grounds and opens on series circuits.
  • Installs, tests, maintains, removes or replaces transformers, regulators, relays, lightning arresters, and other allied equipment and control apparatus.
  • Installs, or assists in installing, instrument transformers; installs, removes, connects or disconnects electric meters and services.
  • Makes load and voltage tests; patrols transmission and distribution lines, and inspects related equipment or refuses transformers, when required.
  • Does minor piping, painting and excavating; makes and places forms for foundations and other simple concrete work; erects steel structures; places or removes heavy equipment; and performs other work of an allied nature.
  • Is responsible for the observance of all safety rules and determines that proper clearance and grounding have been established, when necessary, for the protection of himself and the men working with him.
  • Performs incidental clerical work as required.
  • Directs the work of and instructs others assigned to assist him.
  • Takes training to maintain proficiency.
  • Operates automotive equipment and all required line construction equipment.
  • Must be able to work on all energized and deenergized Distribution voltages and de�energized Transmission voltages.
  • Takes necessary training for advancement to Lead Lineman.
  • After two (2) years in grade, leads a two (2) man bucket crew.

Job Scope

JOB SCOPE

Minimum Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Must one year as an Apprentice Lineman "A" or must have had other training or experience equally acceptable to this

Company. Employee must have passed written and hands on tests required of Apprentice Lineman "A" and pass any

Additional Testing Required By The Company.

  • Must possess or be able to promptly obtain the appropriate vehicle operator's license.
  • (a) Health: Good (b) Physique: Must possess a strong physique adequate for strenuous work. May be required to

undergo physical examination in order to establish physical fitness for work assignments of this classification.

  • Must possess a considerable degree of skill or acumen in order to regularly perform semi routine work by following

standard methods of procedure.

  • Must have a thorough knowledge of the layout and characteristics of electrical transmission and distribution lines,

equipment and control apparatus in the district or area to which assigned.

  • Must have a thorough working knowledge of electrical fundamentals as related to the construction, maintenance and

operation of transmission and distribution conductors, structures, equipment and control apparatus on the Company's or

customer's properties.

  • Must be thoroughly familiar with the Company's line and electrical equipment construction and maintenance practices

and standards.

  • Must be able to exercise judgment acceptable to the Company in matters of moderate importance and limited scope.
  • Must be qualified to regularly direct and instruct others helping on the same or related work.
  • Must be thoroughly familiar with the Company's electrical switching and tagging rules, and grounding procedures.
  • Must be willing and able to work extra and/or irregular hours and must be willing to work under unusual or special

conditions.

  • Must be and remain thoroughly familiar with the Company's safety rules applicable to this and related jobs. Must be

capable of applying resuscitation on or off ground and be able to render practical first aid.

  • Dress: Clothing should contain no exposed metal components when working on or near uncovered energized

structures or equipment. May not wear flowing garments or garment components while working on or near rotating

equipment, or on structures, poles, or equipment which requires climbing above eye level. Must keep hair cut short or

closely bound while at work. Must wear required protection equipment at all times.

  • Reads, writes and communicates effectively in the English language.
  • Must be willing and able to work overtime on a regular basis and must be available for callout overtime.

Preferred Qualifications

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Benefits

  • Hourly rates will be paid in accordance with terms of the candidate’s skills, qualifications, experience or collective bargaining agreement: $57.96/Hr.
  • Annual Bonus for eligible positions: 4%
  • 401(k) match and annual company contribution
  • Medical, dental and vision insurance
  • Life and disability insurance
  • Generous paid time off options, including vacation, sick time, floating and fixed holidays, maternity leave and bonding/primary caregiver leave or parental leave
  • Employee Assistance Program and resources for mental and emotional support
  • Wellbeing programs such as tuition reimbursement, adoption and surrogacy assistance and fitness reimbursement
  • Referral bonus program
  • And much more

Note: Exelon-sponsored compensation and benefit programs may vary or not apply based on length of service, job grade, job classification or represented status. Eligibility will be determined by the written plan or program documents.

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