Groundman: Electric Grid Construction & Maintenance

Pike Corporation; Lafayette (LA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

Pike Electric, LLC in Lafayette, LA, is seeking a Groundman to join our team building, repairing, and maintaining underground electrical distribution systems under the supervision of the Foreman. This entry-level role emphasizes safety, physical stamina, and willingness to travel for out-of-town outages or assignments.

You will operate and assist with outdoor construction tasks, and you must be able to lift up to 50 pounds and obtain a CDL within 60 days.

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license required.
• Ability to obtain CDL within 60 days.
• Willing to travel long distances on short notice.
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Work outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Adhere to safety protocols and PPE usage.

Responsibilities

• Perform new construction, maintain and repair underground distribution systems.
• Install and repair underground facilities, conductors and related hardware.
• Maintain excavation equipment (backhoes, trenchers, excavators, pulling gear).
• Work outdoors in extreme heat, cold, rain, wind and storms.
• Be available to work outages, storms and emergencies (on-call).
• Follow safety protocols including PPE and insulation practices.
• Inspect rubber goods and PPE; know when to wear PPE.
• Perform rigorous physical labor.

Skills

Valid Driver's License

CDL within 60 days

Willing to travel

Lift up to 50 pounds

Outdoor work

Safety awareness

Job description

Pike Electric, LLC in Lafayette, LA, is seeking a Groundman to join our team building, repairing, and maintaining underground electrical distribution systems under the supervision of the Foreman. This entry-level role emphasizes safety, physical stamina, and willingness to travel for out-of-town outages or assignments.

You will operate and assist with outdoor construction tasks, and you must be able to lift up to 50 pounds and obtain a CDL within 60 days.