Truck Driver - Underground (GP)

Pike Corporation; Marietta (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Pike Corporation in Marietta, GA is seeking an entry-level Underground Truck Driver to support construction, maintenance and repair of underground electrical distribution systems. Work locations vary and travel to another state may be required.

Must perform physically demanding work, learn to operate heavy equipment, follow safety rules, and obtain a CDL (preferred). Pike is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Qualifications

• Able to perform rigorous physical labor.
• Capable of receiving and following directions.
• Willing to travel long distances on short notice.
• Capable of learning basic knowledge of materials used in line work.
• Capable of identifying voltage on circuits.
• Must be familiar with induced voltage.
• Capable of bucket rescue/escape.
• Understanding grounding and equipment setup concepts.
• Capable of working at heights and in confined spaces.
• Capable of checking voltage on transformers.
• Understand flag and tag procedures.
• Capable of installing/removing services.
• Capable of inspecting rubber goods and PPE; wearing PPE as required.
• Capable of making up and using a hand line; Kellum grips usage.
• Identify different materials used in line work.
• Able to travel long distances on short notice.
• Able to work extended periods in various locations.
• Able to obtain CDL; CDL preferred.
• Able to lift 50+ lbs; outdoor work in inclement weather.
• Willing to overtime and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Work safely while performing construction, maintenance or repair work of energized and de-energized underground distribution systems.
• Assist in stringing overhead wire, setting poles and anchors, and installing transformers/switchgear.
• Assist in replacing fuses in transformers and clearing faulted circuits.
• Maintain company vehicles, equipment and tools in good working order.
• Assist in replacing fuses and clearing faulted circuits.
• Work with energized high voltage systems.
• Maintain company vehicles, equipment and tools.
• Perform related duties as required to meet needs of the organization.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Rigging knowledge

Voltage identification

Lifting 50 lbs

Safety awareness

Team player

Follow directions

Line materials knowledge

Voltage identification

Induced voltage awareness

Bucket rescue

Grounding concepts

Work at heights/confined spaces

Voltage checking transformers

Flag & tag procedures

Service installation/removal

Inspect PPE

PPE usage

Hand line making

Kellum grips usage

Line materials identification

Travel long distances

Work in varied locations

CDL obtainable

CDL preferred

Lift 50 lbs+

Outdoor work in weather

Overtime willingness

Irregular schedule flexibility

Tools

Kellum grips

Bucket rescue equipment

Rigging gear

Job description

Position Summary: Underground Truck Driver is an entry level position in the construction, maintenance and repair of electrical underground distribution 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.
• Does all other related work as required to complete the job.

Minimum Requirements

• 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.
• Able to travel long distances on short notice, when required.
• Able to work for extended periods in various locations, when required.
• Able to obtain a Commercial Driver's License.
• A Commercial Driver's License is preferred.
• Able to lift in excess of 50 lbs.
• Must be able to work outside, frequently in inclement weather.
• 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.

Pike is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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.