Underground Cable Splicer: Energized Lines Lead

Pike Electric, Inc.; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

HSA/FSA Programs

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

401(k) with company match

Life Insurance

Short-term & Long-term Disability

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Job summary

Pike Electric, Inc. is seeking a Cable Splicer to construct and repair underground electrical systems. The role involves working on energized and de-energized lines, with travel to various job sites, including out‑of‑state locations, as needed.

The Cable Splicer will lead crews when needed, mentor apprentices, and perform live‑line work using safety protocols and PPE. The job emphasizes safety, reliability, and coordination across projects.

Qualifications

• Three (3) years of recent underground experience.
• Valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL).
• Willingness 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.
• Willingness to work outside of normal business hours, including weekends, holidays, emergency callouts, and overtime.

Responsibilities

• Perform new construction, maintain and repair energized and de‑energized underground systems.
• Lead crew members in the absence of the Employee in Charge and conduct pre-job safety briefings.
• Train and mentor apprentices and groundmen.
• Install and repair underground power, conductors and related hardware.
• Operate equipment like backhoes and bucket trucks to support trenching and installation.

Skills

Underground experience

CDL

Travel readiness

Safety minded

Team leadership

Tools

Backhoe

Bucket trucks

Digger trucks

Mini excavator

Job description

Pike Electric, Inc. is seeking a Cable Splicer to construct and repair underground electrical systems. The role involves working on energized and de-energized lines, with travel to various job sites, including out‑of‑state locations, as needed.

The Cable Splicer will lead crews when needed, mentor apprentices, and perform live‑line work using safety protocols and PPE. The job emphasizes safety, reliability, and coordination across projects.