Groundman - Overhead (AP)

Pike Corporation; Calera (AL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

Pike Corporation is hiring for the Groundman position in Calera, Alabama. This entry-level role is essential for building and maintaining our nation’s Power Grid. You'll assist in various tasks such as repairing overhead electrical systems and maintaining equipment.

The ideal candidate will have a valid Driver's License and be willing to work under various conditions. Benefits include medical, dental, vision insurance, and a 401(k) plan. Join the PIKE family today!

Qualifications

• Must obtain a CDL within 60 days.
• Ability to work long hours and in extreme weather conditions.
• Capable of lifting up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Assist in building, repairing, and maintaining overhead electrical distribution systems.
• Perform new construction and maintain overhead distribution systems.
• Follow all safety protocols and inspect equipment.

Skills

Heavy lifting and carrying

Safety protocol adherence

Basic vehicle maintenance

Communication skills

Willingness to work outdoors

Education

Valid Driver's License

Job description

Position Summary

The Groundman position is your first step to a rewarding career in the construction and maintenance of our nation's Power Grid. You will assist your team in building, repairing, and maintaining overhead electrical distribution systems. You will report to the Foreman.

Essential Functions

• Perform new construction, maintain and repair overhead distribution systems while putting safety first.
• Help install and repair overhead power lines, poles, insulators, conductors and related hardware.
• Maintain company vehicles, equipment and tools in good working order.
• Work outdoors in varying environmental conditions, including extreme heat, cold, rain, wind, and inclement weather.
• Available to work outages, storms, emergencies including on call rotation.
• Follow all safety protocols including PPE use and a comprehensive understanding of insulated protective cover to isolate differences of potential.
• Inspect rubber goods and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Understanding of when to wear personal protective equipment.
• Will perform rigorous physical labor.

Minimum Requirements

• Valid Driver's License and able to obtain a CDL within 60 days.
• Willing to travel long distances on short notice.
• Lift, carry, push, or pull materials and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Work for extended periods at job locations, including out‑of‑state assignments.
• Willing to work outside of normal business hours, including weekends, holidays, emergency callouts, and overtime.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the responsibilities of this job, you will be required to talk, listen and use hand signals to communicate. The job frequently requires you to stand; walk; use hands and fingers to handle objects, operate tools or controls; reach with hands and arms.

Work Environment

While performing the responsibilities of this job, you are frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. You are 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. You will perform job responsibilities in extreme heat, cold, wet, windy, and storm conditions.

Our Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• HSA, dependent care and medical flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401(k) with company match
• Life insurance, and short-term and long-term disability
• Paid time off, paid holidays, and family and medical leave

If this sounds like you, come join the PIKE family.

Pike Electric, LLC, is an equal opportunity employer.