Groundman: Outdoor Electric Grid Technician

Pike Electric, Inc.; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental and Vision insurance

HSA

401(k) with company match

Life insurance

Short-term and long-term disability

Paid time off and holidays

Family and medical leave

Job summary

Pike Electric, LLC seeks a Groundman to join our team focused on building, repairing and maintaining underground electrical distribution systems. You will support the crew, report to the Foreman and follow strict safety protocols.

The role involves outdoor work, travel for out-of-state assignments, and overtime as needed. Outdoor environment experience and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds are essential; CDL readiness within 60 days is required.

Qualifications

• Must follow safety protocols and PPE use.
• Willing to travel long distances on short notice.
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Willing to work outside normal hours and be on-call for outages.

Responsibilities

• Perform new construction and maintenance of underground distribution systems.
• Install and repair underground facilities, conductors and related hardware.
• Maintain excavation equipment (backhoes, trenchers, excavators, pulling equipment).
• Work outdoors in extreme weather conditions.
• Be available for outages, storms, emergencies and on-call rotation.
• Inspect PPE and rubber goods and ensure proper use of protective equipment.
• Perform rigorous physical labor.

Skills

Safety protocols

PPE usage

Physical stamina

CDL readiness

Job description

Pike Electric, LLC seeks a Groundman to join our team focused on building, repairing and maintaining underground electrical distribution systems. You will support the crew, report to the Foreman and follow strict safety protocols.

The role involves outdoor work, travel for out-of-state assignments, and overtime as needed. Outdoor environment experience and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds are essential; CDL readiness within 60 days is required.