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Substation Lineworker Third Class

Greenville Utilities
Greenville, NC Full Time
POSTED ON 4/23/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/22/2026

Substation Lineworker Third Class

A rewarding career starts at Greenville Utilities Commission (GUC), where all team members matter. GUC provides a friendly and supportive work environment - as we all work together to bring sustainable and reliable utility solutions to our community every day. We value our employees by offering opportunities for professional and personal development, recognition, and a safe work environment. If you have a commitment to supporting and building our community, we want your energy and talent as a part of our diverse team.

Salary Range: $49,836.80 – $77,272.00
Anticipated Hiring Range: $49,836.80 – $63,564.80 (commensurate with skills and experience)

Brief Description
Under general supervision, performs apprentice and limited journeyman level duties in the construction and maintenance of electric transmission and distribution lines and electric substations; performs related work as required. (NOTE: This position works under the direct minimum supervision of an Electric Lineworker First Class and is restricted to work of 12,470 volts and less.)

Minimum Requirements

  • Over one year of experience

  • H.S. Diploma / GED

  • Valid Commercial Driver's License


Preferred

  • Power Line Technician Level I or Substation Technician Level I certification


Job Duties

  • Performs maintenance of substation equipment including power transformer, load tap changers, circuit switchers, circuit breakers, substation capacitor banks, group operated switches, hook operated switches, and ground grid

  • Utilizes various test equipment while performing substation maintenance on equipment and records test data

  • During new substation construction will install electrical bus work, outfitting of transformers, circuit breakers, install and aligning group operated switches

  • Assists with the maintenance and installation of electric generators.

  • Responds in the event of a release of transformer oil on the electric system and assist in the spill control, containment and clean-up of any spilled transformer oil and contaminated soil.

  • Performs other duties as required


Applications accepted until filled.


Typical work schedule will be four 10-hour shifts. (Monday-Thursday or Tuesday-Friday)

This is a DOT-regulated position and is subject to random drug and alcohol testing per DOT guidelines.
Employment is contingent upon passing a physical examination including a drug/alcohol screening and a comprehensive background check. To ensure consideration, a completed Greenville Utilities Commission application must be received in the Human Resources Office. Interested persons can contact the Human Resources Office at (252) 551-1513 if you have any questions. Our office is located at 617 Red Banks Rd. Greenville, NC 27858.
Online applications only accepted thru GUC website at www.guc.com/careers
"An Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer”
“Greenville Utilities Commission participates in E-Verify

Salary : $49,837 - $77,272

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