Groundman: Underground Electrical Distribution Apprentice

Pike Corporation; Shreveport (LA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

HSA & dependent care accounts

EAP

401(k) with company match

Life insurance & short/long-term disa

Paid time off & holidays

Job summary

Pike Electric, LLC in Shreveport, LA is seeking a Groundman to join our team and support the crew in constructing, repairing and maintaining underground electrical distribution systems while prioritizing safety. This entry-level role involves operating and maintaining excavation equipment, working outdoors in all weather, and being available for outages and on-call rotations. We offer a safety-first culture with opportunities to grow within a nationwide utility contractor.

Qualifications

• Physical stamina and willingness to perform rigorous physical labor.
• Strong safety mindset and ability to follow PPE protocols.
• Teamwork and effective communication in field environments.

Responsibilities

• Perform new construction and maintenance of underground distribution systems.
• Install and repair underground facilities and conductors.
• Maintain excavation equipment (backhoes, trenchers, excavators).
• Work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Avail for outages, storms, emergencies including on-call rotations.
• Follow safety protocols and PPE usage.

Skills

Physical stamina

Safety-conscious

Teamwork

Willing to travel

Tools

Backhoes

Trenchers

Excavators

PPE inspection tools

Job description

Pike Electric, LLC in Shreveport, LA is seeking a Groundman to join our team and support the crew in constructing, repairing and maintaining underground electrical distribution systems while prioritizing safety. This entry-level role involves operating and maintaining excavation equipment, working outdoors in all weather, and being available for outages and on-call rotations. We offer a safety-first culture with opportunities to grow within a nationwide utility contractor.