Overhead Groundman: Power Line Field Tech

Pike Corporation; Fort Mill (SC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

HSA, dependent care and medical FSA

401(k) with company match

Life insurance and disability

Paid time off and holidays

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, report to the Foreman, and work outdoors in all weather conditions while prioritizing safety and readiness for outages and emergencies.

Responsibilities include installing and repairing lines, poles, and hardware, maintaining vehicles and tools, and complying with PPE protocols. CDL readiness within 60 days is encouraged.

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 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, report to the Foreman, and work outdoors in all weather conditions while prioritizing safety and readiness for outages and emergencies.

Responsibilities include installing and repairing lines, poles, and hardware, maintaining vehicles and tools, and complying with PPE protocols. CDL readiness within 60 days is encouraged.