Underground Cable Splicer – Energized Lines, On-Call Travel

Pike Electric, Inc. in; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Pike Electric, LLC is seeking a safety‑focused Cable Splicer to construct, repair and maintain underground electrical systems, including energized and de‑energized work. The role may require travel to various job sites, including out‑of‑state locations, and reports to the Foreman.

The position includes leading crews, mentoring apprentices, and performing live‑line work with proper PPE and insulated tools. Physical capability to handle equipment and extended hours is required.

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

• Construct, maintain and repair underground electrical systems with safety as a priority.
• 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.
• Perform live-line work using approved gloving and hot-stick techniques.

Tools

Backhoe

Bucket Trucks

Digger Trucks

Mini Excavator

Job description

Pike Electric, LLC is seeking a safety‑focused Cable Splicer to construct, repair and maintain underground electrical systems, including energized and de‑energized work. The role may require travel to various job sites, including out‑of‑state locations, and reports to the Foreman.

The position includes leading crews, mentoring apprentices, and performing live‑line work with proper PPE and insulated tools. Physical capability to handle equipment and extended hours is required.