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Pike Corporation

Raleigh (NC)

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USD 45,000 - 70,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Job summary

Pike Corporation is seeking an entry-level CDL Driver to contribute to the construction and maintenance of the Power Grid. This role involves operating vehicles safely, assisting with various tasks in powerline construction, and supporting storm restoration efforts as needed. Candidates must hold a Class A CDL and be prepared for physical demands and variable work environments.

Qualifications

Able to read/write and communicate effectively.
Able to travel long distances on short notice, when required.
Willing to work outside of normal hours including weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

Secure the safety of yourself and others.
Assist line-workers in meeting project objectives.
Operate vehicles and equipment in a professional manner.

Skills

Team-Oriented

Self-Motivated

Customer Service Focused

Ethical and Honest

Education

Commercial Driver’s License – Class A Preferred

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JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB DESCRIPTION

Position Summary: The CDL Driver position is an entry-level step to a rewarding career in the construction and maintenance of our nation’s Power Grid. This position works at various location and may also require to travel to another state depending on customer demands.

Job Duties:

As a Truck Driver, you will support your team by:

Securing the safety of yourself and others
Assisting fellow line-workers in meeting project objectives
Readily joining storm restoration efforts in times of need
Operating vehicles and equipment in a professional manner
Continuing training to improve technical and leadership skills

Competencies:

Team-Oriented
Self-Motivated
Customer Service Focused
Ethical and Honest
Dutifully follows established Safety Rules and Company Policy

Physical Aspects:

The physical demands described here are typical of those that must be met by a team-member to successfully perform the essential functions of their job in powerline construction.

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

The team-member is frequently required to perform rigorous physical labor; sit; climb different types of structures (wood, steel, etc.); or balance; and stoop, kneel crouch or crawl. Team-members frequently lift or move up to or in-excess of 50 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment:

While performing the duties of this job, team-members may frequently be exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. Team-members are occasionally exposed to a variety of extreme conditions at construction job sites. The noise level in the work environment can be loud. Powerline construction work is performed outside and is subject to diverse weather conditions.

General Expectations:

Possess a Commercial Driver’s License – Class A Preferred.
Able to read/write and communicate effectively.
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.
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.

Functions To Be Expected In Overhead Powerline Construction:

Works safely while performing new construction, maintenance, or repair work of energized and de-energized overhead work
Properly inspects rubber goods and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Understands when to wear personal protective equipment
Strings overhead wire
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
Understand the proper use and maintenance of hand tools
Capable of receiving and following directions
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
Understands excavation and shoring requirements
Capable of checking voltage on transformers
Capable of installing and removing a service
Must be able to climb different types of structures (wood, steel, etc.) and possess the necessary tools to do so
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
Does all other related work as required to complete the job

Equal Opportunity Employer - Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled

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

Burford's is a Non-union Company

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

ABOUT US

Burford’s Construction is a leading provider of services in the electric utility industry throughout the Southeastern, Midwestern, and Western United States. With a great team of qualified professionals, Burford’s Construction can serve all project needs.

Those Services Include:

Vegetation Maintenance
New ROW Clearing
ROW Reclamation/Widening
Erosion Control
Access Matting
Civil/Site Grading AND Many More!

We offer these services as turnkey support to customers across our service territory in Transmission, Distribution, and Generation. It is our belief that our work entails a true partnership with our clients to consistently exceed expectations. Our company culture and core values of safety for all, environmental stewardship, diversity and inclusion, customer service, and productivity are integral in every partnership.

ABOUT THE TEAM

Burford’s Construction is a leading provider of services in the electric utility industry throughout the Southeastern, Midwestern, and Western United States. With a great team of qualified professionals, Burford’s Construction can serve all project needs.

Those Services Include:

Vegetation Maintenance
New ROW Clearing
ROW Reclamation/Widening
Erosion Control
Access Matting
Civil/Site Grading AND Many More!

Seniority level

Seniority level
Entry level

Employment type

Employment type
Full-time

Job function

Job function
Management and Manufacturing
Industries
Construction

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