Equipment Operator - Transmission (Duke)

Pike Electric, Inc.; Greenville (SC); On-site; USD 38,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Pike Electric, LLC is seeking an Equipment Operator for entry level work in the construction, maintenance and repair of electrical transmission systems. The role involves physically demanding tasks, overhead line work, and operating heavy equipment at various sites.

Responsibilities include setting poles, stringing wire, installing components, and assisting with transformer work while following safety rules and wearing PPE. CDL is required; travel may be needed.

Qualifications

• Able to perform rigorous physical labor.
• Understands proper use of company radio.
• Understands operation of heavy equipment.
• Understanding of rigging, hand lines, and lineman knots.
• Capable of following directions.
• Capable of learning materials used in line work.
• Identifies primary/secondary voltage on a circuit.
• Familiar with induced voltage.
• Capable of installing and hooking up a single phase transformer.
• Able to perform basic bucket rescue/escape.
• Understands equipment setup and grounding.

Responsibilities

• Work safely on energized and de-energized overhead work.
• String overhead wire.
• Set poles and anchors.
• Assist with installation of transformers, arrestors, cutouts, crossarms, insulators, switches, and switchgear.
• Assist in replacing fuses and clearing faulted circuits.
• Maintain company vehicles, equipment and tools.
• Perform other related work as required to complete the job.

Skills

Physically fit

Radio communication

Heavy equipment knowledge

Rigging basics

PPE knowledge

Lifting 50 lbs+

Valid CDL

Education

Valid CDL license

Tools

Heavy equipment operation

Bucket rescue equipment

Job description

Position Overview:

Equipment Operator is an entry level position in the construction, maintenance and repair of electrical transmission systems.

Essential Functions:

• Work safely while performing new construction, maintenance or repair work of energized and de-energized overhead work.
• Stringing overhead wire.
• Setting poles and anchors.
• Assists with installing transformers, lightening arrestors, cutouts, crossarms, 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.
• Does all other related work as required to complete the job.

Minimum Requirements:

• Able to perform rigorous physical labor.
• Understands proper use of company radio.
• Understands operation of heavy equipment.
• Understand basic rigging, hand lines, and lineman knot tying.
• Understand the proper use and maintenance of hand tools.
• Capable of receiving and following directions.
• Capable of learning basic knowledge of materials used in line work.
• 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.
• Capable of checking voltage on transformers.
• Understands flag and tag procedures.
• Capable of installing and removing a service.
• Capable of properly inspecting rubber goods and PPE.
• Understands when to wear personnel protective equipment.
• Capable of making up and using a hand line.
• Understands how and when to use Kellum grips.
• Able to identify different types of materials used in line work.
• Must be able to travel throughout the Texas Region.
• Able to work for extended periods in various locations, when required.
• Must have a valid Commercial Driver's License.
• Able to lift in excess of 50 lbs.
• Must be able to work outside, frequently in inclement weather.
• Willing to work over-time when requested.
• Willing to work outside of the normal work schedule including weekends, holidays, and overtime as required for the position.

Physical Demands:

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 finger, handle and feel; and reach with hands and arms.

Work Environment:

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.

Competencies:

• Self-Motivated
• Team-Oriented
• Customer Oriented
• Must be able to follow Company safety rules and all other Company policies

Equal Opportunity Employer - Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled

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

Pike Electric, LLC is a Non-union Company

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