Equipment Operator - Underground (Dominion)

Pike Corporation; Manassas (VA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Underground Equipment Operator to join their team. This entry-level position involves the construction, maintenance, and repair of underground electrical distribution systems. You will work at various locations, often in challenging conditions, and must be prepared for physical labor. The role requires a strong commitment to safety and teamwork, as you will frequently work around high voltage systems. If you're looking for a dynamic work environment that values self-motivation and customer orientation, this opportunity could be the perfect fit for you.

Qualifications

• 5 years of recent field experience required.
• Ability to obtain a Commercial Driver’s License permit within 60 days.

Responsibilities

• Perform construction, maintenance, and repair of underground electrical systems.
• Work safely around energized high voltage systems.

Skills

Communication Skills

Physical Labor

Teamwork

Self-Motivation

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Heavy Equipment

Hand Tools

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Job description

Position Summary: The Underground Equipment Operator is an entry level position in the construction, maintenance and repair of electrical underground distribution systems. This position works at various locations and may require travel to another state depending on customer demands.

Essential Functions:

• Work safely while performing new construction, maintenance or repair work of energized and de-energized underground.
• Assist with installing underground transformers.
• Assist in replacing fuses in transformers and clear faulted circuits and systems.
• Frequently work around energized high voltage systems requiring skill and care to protect lives.
• Maintain company vehicles, equipment and tools in good working order.
• Able to perform rigorous physical labor.
• Understand proper use of company radio.
• Understand operation of heavy equipment.
• Understand basic rigging and the proper use and maintenance of hand tools.
• Capable of receiving and following directions.
• Capable of learning basic knowledge of materials used.
• Able to identify primary and secondary voltage on a circuit.
• Familiar with induced voltage.
• Assist with installation and hook up of a single phase transformer.
• Understand basic concepts of equipment set up and grounding.
• Capable of working at heights and/or in confined spaces.
• Understand minimum approach distance.
• Capable of checking voltage on transformers.
• Understand flag and tag procedures.
• Capable of installing and removing a service.
• Properly inspect rubber goods and PPE.
• Understand when to wear personal protective equipment.
• Understand how and when to use Kellum grips.
• Able to identify different types of materials used.
• Willingness to glove/work live high voltage distribution lines.
• Able to work outside, frequently in inclement weather.
• Perform other related work as required to complete the job.

Minimum Requirements:

• 5 years minimum of recent field experience.
• 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.
• Willing to work overtime when requested and outside of the normal work schedule including weekends and holidays.

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 fingers, 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 extreme conditions at construction job sites. The noise level in the work environment 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.

NOTE: 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.