Groundman

Techline; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Techline is hiring a Groundman in Austin, TX to work full-time on overhead power line projects. You will assist with ground tasks, support crew with line work, and help maintain a safe, organized job site in varying weather conditions.

The role requires a CDL Class A within 3 months, DOT physical and drug testing, and compliance with safety policies. Eligible candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid Class A CDL within three months of employment.
• Must pass a DOT physical and drug test.
• Adhere to company safety and health policies – on-the-job safety training provided.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Assemble tools and materials on the ground.
• Maintain Power Distribution Systems including running, stringing, and hanging lines overhead or underground.
• Assist crew with pole holes and trenching using proper equipment.
• Assist flagging traffic and setting up job sites as assigned.
• Organize tools and materials on work vehicles.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area.
• Clean up and organize job sites after completion.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

CDL Class A

DOT physical

Safety training

US work authorization

Job description

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Groundman

Regular Full-Time Full-time Austin, TX, US

13 days ago Requisition ID: 1430

The Techline Groundman is primarily responsible for performing manual tasks in the construction and maintenance of overhead power lines and other duties as necessary.

Role and Responsibilities

• Responsible for the assembly of tools and materials on the ground.
• Responsible for maintenance of Power Distribution Systems including but not limited to running, stringing, and hanging power lines either overhead and underground.
• Assist other crew members with duties as needed including but not limited to filling pole holes and creating trench(es) using proper equipment.
• Assist flagging traffic and setting up job sites as assigned.
• Organize company tools and materials on work vehicles.
• Maintain a clean and safe company work area.
• Responsible for the clean up and organization of job sites at completion of work.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Must have a valid Class A CDL within three (3) months of employment
• Must be able to pass a DOT physical and drug test
• Adhere to company safety and health policies – Techline will provide on-the-job safety training.
• Legally authorized in the United States

Required Skills and Abilities

• Able to work in a warehouse environment, which includes adapting to seasonal temperature changes and inclement weather.
• Able to meet physical requirements such as but not limited to, standing, walking, bending, twisting, stooping, reaching, climbing ladders, cutting wire, lifting and maneuvering up 50 lbs. or more without assistance, and more.

Supervisory Responsibility

• This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Employee Benefits Package includes:

• Eligibility to participate in employer-sponsored plan(s) on the first day of the month following sixty (60) days of full time employment
• Eligibility to enroll in Company Sponsored Medical, Dental, Vision, and Voluntary Life Insurance
• Automatic enrollment in the 100% employer paid Life and Long-Term Disability (LTD) Insurance
• Eligibility to participate in Techline 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid holidays, leave options, and more!

*This position is subject to a background check. Any job offer is contingent upon receipt of results of a satisfactory background check.

Equal Employment Opportunity Policy

Techline provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. Techline does not sponsor H-1B visas.