Overhead Line Crews

About Us

Welcome to United Utility Services, a dynamic player in the electric utility industry. As a trailblazer, we provide comprehensive and innovative offerings that bolster power infrastructure investments across the U.S. We proudly serve as the parent company to industry-leading utility service contractors specializing in transmission, substation, distribution, and grid hardening projects. Our Core Values are clear and simple: Safety, Quality, Integrity, and Professionalism. At United Utility Services, we craft power delivery solutions – built safe, engineered smart, and driven by what customers demand – fueling communities with reliable energy. We are the best-in-class, trusted partner delivering customer-centric Power Delivery Construction and Engineering solutions.

Date Posted: 8/25/2026 Minimum Date Posted: 9/01/2026

Location: Conroe to Beaumont, Texas

The salary range for this position is $24-$57.50 hourly, plus $200 per day perdiem. Final compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and overall fit for the role.

Benefits

Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance; Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options where applicable; 401(k) with company match; paid time off; company-paid holidays; and short and long-term disability.

How To Apply

Candidates may apply by clicking the "apply" button in this posting which is hosted on our careers page at https://unitedutility.com/careers

Internal Employee Notice

This opportunity is being communicated internally in accordance with the Company’s Recruiting Transparency and Opportunity Notice process.

Current employees are encouraged to apply through our careers page at https://unitedutility.com/careers

About The Role

Our Overhead Power Line Crews play a critical role in delivering safe, reliable electric service to customers through the construction, maintenance, and restoration of overhead distribution infrastructure. Crew members are expected to uphold the highest standards of safety, quality, integrity, and professionalism while supporting customer and company objectives. The Overhead Power Line Crew is responsible for the construction, maintenance, repair, and storm restoration of overhead electrical distribution systems. Crew members work safely and efficiently to install and maintain poles, conductors, transformers, insulators, and related electrical equipment while ensuring compliance with company, customer, and regulatory standards. The position requires working outdoors in varying weather conditions and participating in emergency response and restoration efforts as needed.

Key Responsibilities

• Construct, maintain, and repair overhead distribution electrical systems.
• Install poles, crossarms, conductors, guy wires, transformers, switches, and other distribution equipment.
• Perform pole change-outs, reconductoring, and system upgrades.
• Operate aerial devices, digger derricks, bucket trucks, and other line construction equipment.
• Read and interpret staking sheets, construction drawings, maps, and work orders.
• Perform switching operations and assist with outage restoration activities.
• Conduct pre-job briefings and participate in daily safety meetings.
• Maintain compliance with OSHA, company safety policies, and customer requirements.
• Inspect equipment and tools to ensure safe operating condition.
• Assist with storm restoration and emergency response efforts, including travel when required.
• Communicate effectively with crew members, supervisors, and customers.
• Complete required documentation, vehicle inspections, and work reports.
• Maintain a professional and customer-focused attitude while representing the company.
  
  

Key Qualifications

Apprentice Lineman

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid driver's license required.
• CDL Class A preferred or ability to obtain.
• Ability to work at heights and in all weather conditions.
• Completion of line school preferred.
  
  

Journeyman Lineman

• Journeyman Lineman certification or equivalent documented experience.
• Minimum 4-5 years of overhead distribution line experience.
• CDL Class A required.
• Experience with energized and de-energized line work.
• Strong knowledge of overhead distribution construction standards and utility safety practices.
  
  

Working Foreman / Crew Lead

• Journeyman Lineman qualification required.
• Minimum of 8 years of overhead distribution line experience.
• Demonstrated leadership experience directing line crews.
• Ability to coordinate daily work plans, resources, and customer requirements.
• Experience mentoring apprentices and enforcing safety expectations.
  
  

General Foreman

• Journeyman Lineman qualification required.
• Minimum of 10 years of overhead distribution line construction and maintenance experience.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of leadership experience managing multiple line crews, foremen, and large-scale utility projects.
• Strong working knowledge of overhead distribution construction standards, utility specifications, customer requirements, and safety regulations.
• Proven ability to oversee project execution, manpower planning, scheduling, equipment allocation, and resource management.
• Experience coordinating with customers, project managers, utility representatives, and subcontractors to ensure project success.
• Demonstrated leadership in driving safety performance, quality control, productivity, and compliance across multiple crews and job sites.
• Ability to interpret construction drawings, work packages, contracts, and project schedules.
• Experience leading storm restoration efforts, emergency response operations, and large-scale outage recovery activities.
• Strong communication, organizational, problem-solving, and team development skills with a focus on mentoring foremen and crew leadership personnel.
  
  

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Thorough knowledge of overhead distribution systems, equipment, and work methods.
• Strong commitment to safety and safe work practices.
• Ability to read and interpret construction prints and staking sheets.
• Skilled in operating utility construction equipment.
• Effective verbal communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to troubleshoot electrical distribution system issues.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities.
  
  

Work Environment

• Extensive outdoor work in varying weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, and wind.
• Frequent travel to project sites.
• Emergency and storm restoration work may require extended hours, weekends, holidays, and overnight travel.
• Exposure to energized electrical equipment and construction-related hazards.
  
  

Physical Demands

• Ability to lift and carry up to 75 pounds.
• Ability to climb poles and work at elevated heights.
• Frequent standing, walking, bending, stooping, kneeling, and reaching.
• Ability to wear required PPE, including fall protection equipment.
• Capacity to work extended shifts during emergency restoration events.
  
  

Preferred Certifications

• CDL Class A
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30
• First Aid/CPR Certification
• Lineworker Certification
• Utility-specific safety training
  
  

Application Deadline

This posting will remain open for a minimum of five (5) calendar days. The Company reserves the right to extend or close the posting based on business needs and applicable policy requirements.

Important Information

Applicants may be asked:

“Are you currently employed by the Company?”

For standard external opportunities, this question is used for applicant classification, reporting, and workforce analytics purposes only.

We do not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate submissions from third-party recruiters or staffing firms. Resumes submitted without a signed, written agreement with the Company and outside the approved HR/Recruiter process will not be reviewed or considered, and the Company will not be responsible for any associated fees.