Aug 8, 2026
Electric Energy Jobs

Line Technician A, B or C

Organization:
PPL Corporation
Region:
Canada, Kentucky, Lexington
End of contest:
November 5, 2026
Type:
Full time
Category:
Lineman
Description
Overview
To assist the construction and service crews in providing adequate service to all our customers. 

Responsibilities

Major Accountabilities

  • Use of standards to perform maintenance and general construction in overhead and underground work.
  • Must be proficient in climbing and handling self on a utility pole.
  • Basic knowledge in installing conductors in overhead and underground environments
  • Familiar with proper grounding procedures for overhead and underground circuits
  • Proficient in the use of bucket and derrick trucks and safety procedures associated with their use
  • Demonstrated knowledge and application of company safety rules and safe work procedures.
  • Proper use and care of equipment, tools and rope
  • Know lines and equipment and patrol when necessary
  • Know proper care of live line tools, handling, and storing protective equipment

Qualifications

Recommended Education/Experience

High School diploma or equivalent.  Minimum six months experience with line construction and maintenance.  Formal line technician training preferred.

Special Qualifications

  • Must have good mathematical, literacy and communications skills
  • Must be willing to respond to storm trouble and other emergencies after hours.
  • Must live within 35 miles of report location or be willing to relocate.
  • Must have a valid driver's license and certifiable under the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations. Must qualify within a reasonable period of time for a Class A Commercial Drivers License. with the following endorsement:  air brakes
  • Must be successfully recommended from EEI test

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Contact

PPL Corporation

Two N Ninth St

Allentown

Pennsylvania United States

www.pplweb.com