Temporary Groundman

Position will be located in Ashton but may move to other Fall River Electric service areas as needed.

Applications for this position will be accepted until May 24, 2024.

SUMMARY OF POSITION:

Responsible for assisting Lineman in fieldwork by performing general labor duties.

 DUTIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES (End Results Expected):

Assists with power line construction. Observes Lineman work and anticipates Lineman’s needs for material and tools.

Performs manual labor tasks such as loading and hauling materials, digging trenches, clearing brush, cleaning vehicles, and other general miscellaneous tasks.

Assist in the proper use and care of all tools and equipment, and report to Line Foreman any equipment working improperly or in need of repair.

Must be able to drive automotive equipment and maintain a current driver’s license applicable to class of vehicle to be driven and must have a thorough knowledge of applicable traffic laws and rules governing safe driving practices. Must operate and maintain vehicles in a safe and efficient manner, practicing good housekeeping with said vehicles and associated equipment as assigned.

Assists in operating equipment such as a backhoe, bucket truck, four-wheelers, truck, and any other equipment needed.

Assists in loading and unloading equipment from trucks.

Assists Metering Department as needed.

Maintains a safe working environment. Report hazardous conditions immediately to Supervisor and/or co-workers on jobsite. Follows instructions, adheres to policies, procedures and instruction.

Performs related duties as assigned.

INTERPERSONAL SKILLS:

 Must exhibit good interpersonal skills. Must be able to work as a team player, and follow instructions.

COMMUNICATIONS:

VERBAL:

 Must possess good communicative skills to effectively express oneself to all level of employees.

WRITTEN:

 Ability to communicate knowledge and ideas with clearness, effectiveness, and ease.

 SCHEDULING AND PLANNING:

 Will have the ability to report for work at the scheduled starting time and be ready to work. Must be able to schedule and organize time efficiently to complete tasks. 

 BASIC JOB REQUIREMENTS:

EDUCATION:

High School Diploma or equivalent education.  Will have completed course work from an accredited lineman training school.

EXPERIENCE:

Will preferably have experience with construction, fieldwork, heavy equipment, and safety training.

PHYSICAL DAMANDS:

Sit, stand, walk, grasp, reach outward and overhead, kneel, squat and bend. Ability to safely ascend and descend stairways and cat walks, and equipment.  Lift/carry 50 – 75 lbs. Push/pull 25 -50 lbs. Ability to work in extreme heat or cold and in confided spaces. Ability to differentiate colors and utilize senses. Visual acuity and manual dexterity in using precision and non-precision hand tools, power tools, and technical devices; ability to use all required safety equipment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position when possible.

OTHER SKILLS:

Will preferably have a CDL.

EQUIPMENT OPERATED:

Computer, smart Phone, radio, communication equipment, forklift, truck and trailer, overhead crane, snowmobile, hand and power operated tools. List not all inclusive.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

 Work will be completed in outdoor field environment. Outdoor working conditions will vary by season; Moderate to high heat in summer season and expect very cold, snowy condition in winters. Travel/driving conditions will also vary by season, and will include some mountainous terrain on icy roadways.

 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Subject to pre-employment physical and participation in the company random drug testing program.