Groundman – Underground Electric Field Tech (Outages)

Pike Electric, Inc.; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision insurance

HSA & FSA

Employee Assistance Program

401(k) with match

Life & Disability Insurance

Paid time off & holidays

Job summary

Pike Electric, Inc. is seeking a Groundman to support construction and maintenance of underground electrical distribution systems. You will assist the team, work under a Foreman, and help ensure safe, efficient field operations.

The role involves outdoor work in varied conditions, potential outages or emergencies, and physical labor. Valid driver's license with CDL potential and willingness to travel are required.

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.

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 including 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).
• Understand when to wear personal protective equipment.
• Will perform rigorous physical labor.

Skills

Safety awareness

Physical stamina

Travel readiness

Job description

Pike Electric, Inc. is seeking a Groundman to support construction and maintenance of underground electrical distribution systems. You will assist the team, work under a Foreman, and help ensure safe, efficient field operations.

The role involves outdoor work in varied conditions, potential outages or emergencies, and physical labor. Valid driver's license with CDL potential and willingness to travel are required.