Groundman: Underground Power Grid Field Technician

Pike Electric, Inc. in; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

HSA, dependent care and medical flex

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

401(k) with company match

Life insurance, and short/long-term DI

Paid time off, holidays, and family/PE

Pike Electric, LLC equal opportunity

Job summary

Pike Electric, LLC is seeking a Groundman to join our crew in Birmingham, AL. You will assist in constructing, repairing, and maintaining underground electrical distribution systems, reporting to the Foreman. Expect outdoor work in variable conditions and participation in outages and on-call rotations.

You will help with installation and repair of underground facilities, inspect PPE, and operate heavy excavation equipment as needed, while adhering to strict safety protocols.

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.

Job description

Pike Electric, LLC is seeking a Groundman to join our crew in Birmingham, AL. You will assist in constructing, repairing, and maintaining underground electrical distribution systems, reporting to the Foreman. Expect outdoor work in variable conditions and participation in outages and on-call rotations.

You will help with installation and repair of underground facilities, inspect PPE, and operate heavy excavation equipment as needed, while adhering to strict safety protocols.