Groundman: Start Your Outdoor Power Grid Career

Pike Electric, Inc.; Meridian (MS); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental and vision insurance

HSA and FSA

EAP

401(k) with company match

Life insurance and disability

PTO and holidays

Job summary

Pike Electric, LLC is seeking a Groundman to join our field crews in Meridian, MS. You will assist the Foreman in constructing, repairing and maintaining underground electrical distribution systems while prioritizing safety and efficient work practices.

You will operate and maintain equipment, help with installation tasks, and be prepared for outdoor conditions, outages, storms and emergency callouts as part of a dedicated utility team.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Perform new construction, maintain and repair underground distribution systems while putting safety first.
• Help install and repair underground facilities, underground conductors, and related hardware.
• Maintain excavation equipment to include backhoes, trenchers, excavators, and pulling equipment.
• 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.

Skills

Valid Driver's License

Willing to travel

Lift 50 pounds

Outdoor work tolerance

Tools

PPE usage

Equipment operation

Job description

Pike Electric, LLC is seeking a Groundman to join our field crews in Meridian, MS. You will assist the Foreman in constructing, repairing and maintaining underground electrical distribution systems while prioritizing safety and efficient work practices.

You will operate and maintain equipment, help with installation tasks, and be prepared for outdoor conditions, outages, storms and emergency callouts as part of a dedicated utility team.