Underground Groundman

The Underground Groundman is an entry-level position in the construction, maintenance, and repair of electrical underground distribution systems. This role involves working at various locations and may require travel to other states based on customer demands.

• Work safely while performing new construction, maintenance, or repair work of energized and de-energized underground systems.
• Set pad mount transformers and work around energized high voltage systems, requiring skill and care to protect lives and others.
• Maintain company vehicles, equipment, and tools in good working order.
• Perform rigorous physical labor and understand proper use of company radio.
• Understand basic rigging, hand lines, and lineman knot tying, as well as the proper use and maintenance of hand tools.
• Capable of receiving and following directions, possessing a basic knowledge of materials used in line work, and identifying primary and secondary voltage on a circuit.
• Must be familiar with induced voltage and capable of assisting with the installation and hook-up of a single-phase transformer.
• Capable of performing basic bucket rescue/escape and understanding the basic concepts of equipment setup and grounding.
• Work at heights and/or confined spaces, understanding minimum approach distance, excavation, and shoring requirements.
• Capable of checking voltage on transformers, installing and removing a service, and properly inspecting rubber goods and PPE.
• Understand when to wear personnel protective equipment and must be able to climb different types of structures (wood, steel, etc.) and possess the necessary tools to do so.
• Work in underground trenches and manholes, understanding how and when to use Kellum grips, and able to identify different types of materials used in line work.
• Must be able to work outside, frequently in inclement weather, and willing to glove/work live high voltage distribution lines.

• No experience necessary.
• Able to read and communicate effectively in English.
• Able to obtain a Commercial Driver's License permit within 60 days of employment.
• A Commercial Driver's License is preferred.
• 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.
• Able to properly inspect rubber goods and PPE.
• Willing to work overtime when requested.
• Willing to work outside of the normal work schedule, including weekends, holidays, and overtime as required for the position.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to fingers, handle, and feel; and reach with hands and arms.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts, and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to a variety of extreme conditions at construction job sites. The noise level in the work environment and job sites can be loud. This position is performed in outside weather conditions.

Self-Motivated, Team-Oriented, Customer Oriented, and must be able to follow Company safety rules and all other Company policies.

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as required to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disabled

Pike Electric, LLC is a Non-union Company

About Us

About Us Founded in 1945, Pike is a leading provider of construction, repair, and engineering services for electric and gas utilities, as well as telecommunications companies with a growing portfolio of turnkey renewable projects. We work with hundreds of utility clients across the country, and we continuously expand our offerings to supply our customers with the ideas, technology, experience, manpower, and equipment to perform any job.

Essential is the one word that sums up who we are, the work we do, and what our people mean to us. Each of our employees plays a critical role in ensuring that infrastructure systems are up and running when people and businesses need them.

Pike is a family-oriented workplace with a strong culture of safety, collaboration, innovation, and exceptional customer service.

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