Equipment Operator - Underground (UMO)

Pike Corporation; Meridian (MS); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

VA Approved Apprenticeship Program

GI Bill Benefits

Job summary

Pike Electric, LLC is seeking an Underground Equipment Operator to support the installation, maintenance and repair of underground electrical distribution systems. This entry-level position travels to various sites and may require out-of-state travel based on customer needs.

Responsibilities include assisting with transformers, fuses, and high-voltage tasks while maintaining equipment and PPE, and coordinating with teams to ensure safe, efficient work in diverse environments.

Qualifications

• Must read and communicate effectively in English.
• Ability to travel long distances on short notice.
• Physically capable of demanding field work in variable weather.

Responsibilities

• Assist with construction, maintenance or repair of underground distribution systems.
• Perform safe operation of heavy equipment and tools.
• Support installation of underground transformers and fuses.
• Follow safety rules and PPE requirements at all times.
• Travel to different locations as required by customer demands.

Skills

English communication

Read English

Heavy equipment operation

Rigging basics

Voltage awareness

Safety compliance

Physical endurance

Vehicle and tool maintenance

Teamwork

Glove/live electrical work

Education

Commercial Driver’s License (CDL)

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. The position may also be required to 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.
• Assists with installing underground transformers.
• Assists in replacing fuses in transformers and clears faulted circuits and systems.
• Frequently works around 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 operation of heavy equipment.
• Understand basic rigging.
• Understand the proper use and maintenance of hand tools.
• Capable of receiving and following directions.
• Capable of learning basic knowledge of materials used.
• Possess a basic knowledge of materials used.
• 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.
• 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.
• Understands how and when to use Kellum grips.
• Able to identify different types of materials used.
• Willingness to glove/work live high voltage distribution lines.
• Must be able to work outside, frequently in inclement weather.
• Does all other related work as required to complete the job.

MinimumRequirements:

• 5-year 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.
• Able to properly inspect rubber goods and PPE.
• 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 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 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.

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

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