Overhead Line Groundman – Entry to Power Grid Career

ISA Certified Arborist; Landis (NC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K

Paid Time Off

Job summary

ISA Certified Arborist is seeking an Onsite Overhead Groundman in North Carolina to support the construction and maintenance of overhead electrical distribution systems. You will assist line-workers in meeting project goals and participate in storm restoration efforts as needed.

The role requires following safety rules, lifting heavy loads, and working in challenging environments, including heights and confined spaces. OTA duties include vehicle and tool maintenance and basic rigging knowledge.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver's license.
• Able to travel long distances on short notice.
• Able to lift more than 50 lbs.
• Willing to work overtime when required.

Responsibilities

• Assist fellow line-workers in meeting project goals.
• Join storm restoration efforts as needed.
• Follow safety rules and policies while constructing/maintaining energized or de-energized overhead systems.
• Inspect rubber goods and PPE and wear them properly.
• String overhead wire, set poles and anchors.
• Help install transformers, arrestors, cutouts, cross-arms, insulators, switches and switchgear.
• Replace fuses in transformers and clear faulty circuits and systems.

Skills

Valid Driver's License

Travel availability

Lift 50+ lbs

Overtime willingness

Team-oriented

Safety-conscious

Job description

ISA Certified Arborist is seeking an Onsite Overhead Groundman in North Carolina to support the construction and maintenance of overhead electrical distribution systems. You will assist line-workers in meeting project goals and participate in storm restoration efforts as needed.

The role requires following safety rules, lifting heavy loads, and working in challenging environments, including heights and confined spaces. OTA duties include vehicle and tool maintenance and basic rigging knowledge.