Heavy Equipment Operator - (GTC)

Pike Corporation; Gray (GA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Pike Electric, LLC in Gray, GA seeks a Heavy Equipment Operator. This entry level role supports construction, maintenance and repair of electrical transmission systems, traveling to various locations as needed.

You will perform safe operations of overhead lines, assist with transformers and switches, and maintain tools and vehicles. The job requires physical effort, ability to travel, and willingness to work in all weather and at heights.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of experience in heavy equipment or line work.
• English reading and speaking ability.
• Ability to obtain a Commercial Driver's License permit within 60 days.
• CDL is preferred by the employer.
• Willing to travel long distances on short notice.
• Able to lift 50 lbs or more.
• Willing to work outside in varying weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Work safely on construction, maintenance or repair of overhead transmission lines.
• String overhead wire and set poles and anchors.
• Assist with installing transformers, insulators, and switches.
• Assist in replacing fuses and clearing faulted circuits.
• Work around energized high voltage systems with caution.
• Maintain company vehicles, equipment, and tools.
• Capable of rigging, hand lines, and lineman knots.
• Capable of working at heights and in confined spaces.
• Follow safety procedures and use PPE.
• Travel to different locations as required.
• Capable of basic bucket rescue/escape.

Skills

1-2 years experience

CDL permit

English proficiency

Job description

Position Summary:

The HeavyEquipment Operator is an entry level position in the construction, maintenance and repair of electrical transmission systems. This position works at various locations. The position may also be required to travel to another state depending on customer demands.

Essential Functions:

• Work safely while performing new construction, maintenance or repair work of energized and de-energized overhead work.
• Stringing overhead wire.
• Setting poles and anchors.
• Assists with installing transformers, lightening arrestors, cutouts, crossarms, insulators, switches and switchgear.
• Assists in replacing fuses in transformers and clears faulted circuits and systems.
• Frequently works with energized high voltage systems requiring skill and care to protect the lives of themselves and others.
• Maintains company vehicles, equipment and tools in good working order.
• Able to perform rigorous physical labor.
• Understands proper use of company radio.
• Understands operation of heavy equipment.
• Understand basic rigging, hand lines, and lineman knot tying.
• Understand the proper use and maintenance of hand tools.
• Capable of receiving and following directions.
• Capable of learning basic knowledge of materials used in line work.
• Possess a basic knowledge of materials used in line work.
• Able to identify primary and secondary voltage on a circuit.
• Must be familiar with induced voltage.
• Capable of assisting with the installation and hook up of a single-phase transformer.
• Capable of performing basic bucket rescue/escape.
• Understands the basic concepts of equipment set up and grounding.
• Capable of working at heights and/or confined spaces.
• Understands minimum approach distance.
• Capable of checking voltage on transformers.
• Understands flag and tag procedures.
• Capable of installing and removing a service.
• Capable of properly inspecting rubber goods and PPE.
• Understands when to wear personnel protective equipment.
• Capable of making up and using a hand line.
• Understands how and when to use Kellum grips.
• Able to identify different types of materials used in line work.
• Must be able to work outside, frequently in inclement weather.
• Willingness to glove/work high voltage transmission lines.
• Does all other related work as required to complete the job.

Minimum Requirements:

• 1-2 yearof experience.
• Able to read and communicate effectively in English.
• Able to obtain a Commercial Driver's License permit within 60 days of employment.
• A Commercial Driver's License is preferred.
• Able to travel long distances on short notice, when required.
• Able to work for extended periods in various locations, when required.
• Able to lift in excess of 50 lbs.
• Able to properly inspect rubber goods and PPE.
• Willing to work over-time when requested.
• Willing to work outside of the normal work schedule including weekends, holidays, and overtime as required for the position.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle and feel; and reach with hands and arms.

Work Environment:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to a variety of extreme conditions at construction job sites. The noise level in the work environment and job sites can be loud. This position is performed in outside weather conditions.

Competencies:

• Self-Motivated
• Team-Oriented
• Customer Oriented
• Must be able to follow Company safety rules and all other Company policies.

Equal Opportunity Employer - Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled

VA Approved Apprenticeship Program – GI Bill Benefits Available to Eligible Veterans

Pike Electric, LLC is a Non-union Company

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as required to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.