Groundman: Underground Power Grid Technician

Pike Electric, Inc. in; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

HSA/FSA

Employee Assistance Program

401(k) with company match

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Family leave

Job summary

Pike Electric, LLC in Memphis, TN is seeking a Groundman to join our field crews for underground distribution work, assisting with construction, repair and maintenance of the power grid.

You will work outdoors in varied conditions, load and operate equipment, and support crews under a Foreman, with an on-call rotation and potential out-of-state assignments.

A valid driver's license is required and CDL within 60 days; willingness to travel and perform physically demanding work are essential.

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 in Memphis, TN is seeking a Groundman to join our field crews for underground distribution work, assisting with construction, repair and maintenance of the power grid.

You will work outdoors in varied conditions, load and operate equipment, and support crews under a Foreman, with an on-call rotation and potential out-of-state assignments.

A valid driver's license is required and CDL within 60 days; willingness to travel and perform physically demanding work are essential.