CDL Driver (Oncor)

Pike Corporation; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Pike Corporation in Dallas, Texas, is looking for a CDL Driver to support powerline construction and maintenance. This entry-level role involves working outdoors, securing safety, assisting in projects, and operating vehicles. Candidates must possess a Commercial Driver’s License and be prepared to travel and work in diverse weather conditions. The position offers the opportunity to join storm restoration efforts and is a stepping stone to a career in powerline construction.

Qualifications

• Able to read/write and communicate effectively.
• Able to travel long distances on short notice.
• Willing to work overtime and outside of normal schedule.

Responsibilities

• Support team by securing safety during projects.
• Operate vehicles and equipment professionally.
• Join storm restoration efforts as needed.

Skills

Team-Oriented

Self-Motivated

Customer Service Focused

Ethical and Honest

Education

Commercial Driver’s License – Class A Preferred

Job description

Position Summary

The CDL Driverposition is an entry-level step to a rewarding career in the construction and maintenance of our nation’s Power Grid. This position works at various locations and may also require travel to another state depending on customer demands.

Job Duties

As a Truck Driver, you will support your team by:

• Securing the safety of yourself and others
• Assisting fellow line-workers in meeting project objectives
• Readily joining storm restoration efforts in times of need
• Operating vehicles and equipment in a professional manner
• Continuing training to improve technical and leadership skills

Competencies

• Team-Oriented
• Self-Motivated
• Customer Service Focused
• Ethical and Honest
• Dutifully follows established Safety Rules and Company Policy

Physical Aspects

The physical demands described here are typical of those that must be met by a team‑member to successfully perform the essential functions of their job in powerline construction.

While performing the duties of this job, team‑members are regularly required to talk or hear, stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, and feel, and reach with hands and arms. They may also perform rigorous physical labor, sit, climb different types of structures (wood, steel, etc.), or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. Team‑members frequently lift or move up to or in‑excess of 50 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

Domain exposure may include fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts, vibration, and extreme weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment can be loud. Powerline construction work is performed outside and is subject to diverse weather conditions.

General Expectations

• Possess a Commercial Driver’s License – Class A Preferred
• 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 overtime when requested
• Willing to work outside of the normal work schedule including weekends, holidays, and overtime as required for the position

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
• 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 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 – Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled

VA Approved Apprenticeship Program – GI Bill Benefits Available to Eligible Veterans

Burford's is a Non‑union Company.

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all‑inclusive. Team‑members may perform other related duties as requested to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.