Groundman - Overhead (Pike Electric)

Job Summary

Pike Electric is seeking a highly motivated and safety-conscious Groundman to join our team in the construction and maintenance of our nation's Power Grid. As a Groundman, you will play a vital role in building, repairing, and maintaining overhead electrical distribution systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure Safety and Security: Secure the safety of yourself and others by adhering to established safety protocols and procedures.
• Support Team Efforts: Assist fellow line-workers in meeting project objectives and contribute to the success of our team.
• Participate in Storm Restoration: Join storm restoration efforts in times of need and help restore power to our customers.
• Operate Vehicles and Equipment: Safely operate vehicles and equipment in a professional manner and maintain them in good working order.
• Continuing Training and Development: Continuously improve technical and leadership skills through training and development opportunities.

Competencies

• Team-Oriented: Demonstrate a strong commitment to teamwork and collaboration.
• Self-Motivated: Show a high level of motivation and a strong work ethic.
• Customer Service Focused: Provide excellent customer service and ensure customer satisfaction.
• Ethical and Honest: Conduct yourself in an ethical and honest manner at all times.
• Compliance with Safety Rules and Company Policy: Adhere to established safety rules and company policy.

Physical Aspects

The physical demands of this job require:

• Talking or hearing
• Standing; walking; using hands to finger, handle, and feel; and reaching with hands and arms
• Performing rigorous physical labor; sitting; climbing different types of structures (wood, steel, etc.); balancing; and stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling
• Lifting or moving up to or in-excess of 50 lbs.

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, you may be exposed to:

• Fumes or airborne particles
• Moving mechanical parts and vibration
• Extreme conditions at construction job sites

General Expectations

• Able to obtain a Commercial Driver's License permit within 60 days of employment
• Able to read/write and communicate effectively
• Able to travel long distances on short notice, when required
• Able to work for extended periods in various locations, when required
• Able to lift in-excess of 50 lbs.
• Willing to work over-time when requested

Functions to be Expected in Overhead Powerline Construction

• Works safely while performing new construction, maintenance, or repair work of energized and de-energized overhead work
• Properly inspects rubber goods and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
• Understands when to wear personal protective equipment
• Strings overhead wire
• Sets poles and anchors
• Assists with installing transformers, lightening arrestors, cutouts, cross-arms, insulators, switches, and switchgear
• Assists in replacing fuses in transformers and clears faulted circuits and systems
• Frequently works with energized high voltage systems requiring skill and care to protect the lives of themselves and others
• Maintains company vehicles, equipment, and tools in good working order
• Able to perform rigorous physical labor
• Understands proper use of company radio
• Understands basic rigging, hand lines, and lineman knot tying
• Understands the proper use and maintenance of hand tools
• Capable of receiving and following directions
• Possess a basic knowledge of materials used in line work
• Able to identify primary and secondary voltage on a circuit
• Must be familiar with induced voltage
• Capable of assisting with the installation and hook up of a single-phase transformer
• Capable of performing basic bucket rescue/escape
• Understands the basic concepts of equipment set up and grounding
• Capable of working at heights and/or confined spaces
• Understands minimum approach distance
• Understands excavation and shoring requirements
• Capable of checking voltage on transformers
• Capable of installing and removing a service
• Must be able to climb different types of structures (wood, steel, etc.) and possess the necessary tools to do so
• Understands how and when to use Kellum grips
• Able to identify different types of materials used in line work
• Must be able to work outside, frequently in inclement weather
• Does all other related work as required to complete the job

Equal Opportunity Employer

Pike Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates.

VA Approved Apprenticeship Program

Pike Electric offers a VA Approved Apprenticeship Program and GI Bill benefits to eligible veterans.

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