Underground Cable Crew Laborer (Industrial Electric Division)

Power & Construction Group; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Power & Construction Group, Inc. is looking for an Underground Cable Crew Laborer for their Industrial Electric Division in Rochester, NY. This role involves performing various tasks related to electric cable installations and maintenance, including pulling cables and setting transformers. Candidates should have at least five years of experience, valid driver's licenses, and be able to perform physically demanding tasks in varying weather conditions. The company offers competitive pay, benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Health, Dental, Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

401K with match

Boot Allowance

Paid Training

Profit Sharing

Qualifications

• Five years of experience in underground primary distribution work.
• Comfortable with heights.
• Available for occasional overtime and on-call work.

Responsibilities

• Pulling de-energized primary electric cable.
• Setting transformers.
• Performing various splices and terminations.

Skills

Ability to envision cable routing

Good verbal and written communication skills

Positive attitude

Ability to read plan sheets

Ability to perform extensive physical labor

Education

Valid NYS Driver's License

CDL-B or CDL-A

OSHA 10 certification

Job description

Join Our Team!

Power & Construction Group, Inc. has an opening for an Underground Cable Crew Laborer with the Industrial Electric Division!

Salary Range: $22-$55/hr. plus prevailing wage opportunities

Location: Rochester, NY

POSITION OVERVIEW:
Underground cable crew laborers perform various tasks related to electric cable installations and maintenance. This includes pulling de-energized primary electric cable, setting transformers, and terminating GIS switch gear.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Five years of experience in underground primary distribution work.
• Valid NYS Driver’s License.
• CDL-B or CDL-A required.
• OSHA 10 certification.
• Ability to envision cable routing.
• Ability to read plan sheets.
• Positive attitude; holds self accountable for high quality work
• Record of reliability.
• Willingness to take direction.
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Desire to be trained in the safe performance of the work.
• Comfortable with heights.
• Able to perform extensive physical labor, including but not limited to: Digging with a hand bar or shovel to expose live utilities, heavy lifting, pushing, pulling, climbing into and out of trenches and manholes, over and under obstacles.
• Available for occasional overtime and on-call work.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Pulling de-energized primary electric cable.
• Setting transformers.
• Performing various splices, including transition joints across dead break kits, termination kits, and splice kits.
• Termination in dead break kits.
• Perform Hi-Pot testing and/or VLF testing.
• Rigging – positioning of slings, chains, and ropes.
• Promote continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices.
• Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to lift and move heavy parts and equipment (up to 50 pounds or more).
• Stamina to work in various weather conditions, including extreme heat and cold.
• Manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination for precise tasks.
• Ability to stand, bend, stoop, and kneel for extended periods.
• Good vision, including close-up and peripheral vision, for detailed inspections.
• Hearing ability to diagnose engine and equipment noises.
• Works alone or alongside others.
• Work outdoors year-round in all types of weather.

BENEFITS:

• Health, Dental, Vision Insurance.
• Paid Time Off.
• 401K with match.
• Boot Allowance.
• Paid Training.
• Profit Sharing.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Any offer of employment is contingent upon passing a DOT Physical, drug screen, background check, and driver’s license check. Candidates must maintain passing results throughout the term of employment with P&CG.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: P&CG is an Equal Employment, Affirmative Action Employer, and a member of E-Verify. All qualified applicants, including women, minorities, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities, are encouraged to apply.