Groundman - Underground Electric (Outdoors, On-Call)

Pike Electric, Inc.; Hattiesburg (MS); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

HSA, dependent care and medical FSA

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

401(k) with company match

Life insurance, and short-term andLong

Job summary

Pike Electric, Inc. is seeking a Groundman to support the construction and maintenance of underground electrical distribution systems. You will assist the team, work outdoors in varying conditions, and report to the Foreman while contributing to safe, efficient outages and emergency response.

This entry-level role emphasizes safety, PPE, and physical stamina. You will lift up to 50 pounds, travel for out-of-town assignments, and work toward CDL readiness within 60 days as part of a company

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license; ability to obtain CDL within 60 days.
• Willing to travel long distances on short notice and out-of-state assignments.
• Physically capable of lifting up to 50 pounds and performing demanding field work.
• Willing to work outside normal hours, including weekends, holidays, overtime.

Responsibilities

• Assist in construction, repair and maintenance of underground distribution systems.
• Install and repair underground facilities, conductors and hardware.
• Maintain excavation equipment and operate backhoes, trenchers, excavators.
• Work outdoors in extreme weather and respond to outages or emergencies.
• Follow safety protocols and PPE usage; inspect PPE.
• Perform rigorous physical labor.

Skills

Driver's license

CDL within 60 days

Travel readiness

Physical endurance

Weekend/overtime availability

Job description

Pike Electric, Inc. is seeking a Groundman to support the construction and maintenance of underground electrical distribution systems. You will assist the team, work outdoors in varying conditions, and report to the Foreman while contributing to safe, efficient outages and emergency response.

This entry-level role emphasizes safety, PPE, and physical stamina. You will lift up to 50 pounds, travel for out-of-town assignments, and work toward CDL readiness within 60 days as part of a company