Groundman: Underground Electric Utility - Outdoors & On-Call

Pike Electric, Inc.; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; 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

Paid time off, paid holidays, and sick

Job summary

Pike Electric, LLC in Baton Rouge, LA is seeking a Groundman to start a rewarding career in the construction and maintenance of underground electrical distribution systems. You will support the Foreman and crew in building, repairing, and maintaining power grid infrastructure outdoors.

This entry-level role requires physical stamina, willingness to travel and work overtime, and strict adherence to safety protocols.

Qualifications

• Valid Driver's License and ability to obtain a CDL within 60 days.
• Willing to travel long distances on short notice (out-of-state assignments).
• Lift, carry, push or pull materials and equipment up to 50 pounds.
• Willing to work outside regular hours, including weekends, holidays, emergency callouts and overtime.

Responsibilities

• Assist in new construction, maintenance and repair of underground distribution systems while adhering to safety protocols.
• Support installation and repair of underground facilities, conductors and related hardware.
• Maintain excavation equipment (backhoes, trenchers, excavators, pulling equipment).
• Work outdoors in varying weather conditions and participate in outages, storms and emergencies including on-call rotations.
• Follow PPE guidelines and safety standards; inspect PPE and understand when to wear it.

Job description

Pike Electric, LLC in Baton Rouge, LA is seeking a Groundman to start a rewarding career in the construction and maintenance of underground electrical distribution systems. You will support the Foreman and crew in building, repairing, and maintaining power grid infrastructure outdoors.

This entry-level role requires physical stamina, willingness to travel and work overtime, and strict adherence to safety protocols.