Overhead Electric Groundman - Outdoor Field Crew, Overtime

Pike Electric, Inc.; Mobile (AL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off & holidays

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Life insurance & disability

Job summary

Pike Electric LLC is seeking a Groundman to support the construction and maintenance of overhead electrical distribution systems. You will assist the team with building, repairing and maintaining lines and related hardware, reporting to the Foreman.

This entry-level position requires physical stamina, willingness to travel, and availability for outages and overtime. Candidates must have a valid driver's license and be able to obtain a CDL within 60 days; safety training is a priority.

Qualifications

• Valid Driver's License and ability to obtain 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.
• Willing to work outside of normal business hours, including weekends, holidays, emergency callouts, and overtime.
• Will perform rigorous physical labor.

Responsibilities

• Perform new construction, maintain and repair overhead distribution systems while putting safety first.
• Help install and repair overhead power lines, poles, insulators, conductors and related hardware.
• Maintain company vehicles, equipment and tools in good working order.
• 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 support the construction and maintenance of overhead electrical distribution systems. You will assist the team with building, repairing and maintaining lines and related hardware, reporting to the Foreman.

This entry-level position requires physical stamina, willingness to travel, and availability for outages and overtime. Candidates must have a valid driver's license and be able to obtain a CDL within 60 days; safety training is a priority.