Underground Cable Splicer – Live-Line & Travel Ready

Pike Electric, Inc.; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

HSA, dependent care and medical FSA

401(k) with company match

Life insurance, short-term and long‑t​

Paid time off, holidays, and family &

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 opportunities to travel to different job sites as needed. You will report to the Foreman and be part of a safety-first team.

The compensation range is $25.41 - $37.00 per hour, with overtime and on-call rotations considered. Strong safety practices and the ability to lead teams are important for success.

Qualifications

• Three (3) years of underground experience.
• Valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL).
• Willing 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.
• Willing 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 while prioritizing safety.
• Lead crew members in the absence of the Employee in Charge and conduct pre-job and tailgate safety briefings.
• Train and mentor apprentices and groundmen.
• Install and repair underground power, conductors and related hardware.
• Demonstrate thorough knowledge of tagging procedures, grounding and voltage on energized and de-energized lines.

Skills

Safety-focused

Live-line work

Backhoe operation

Travel readiness

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 opportunities to travel to different job sites as needed. You will report to the Foreman and be part of a safety-first team.

The compensation range is $25.41 - $37.00 per hour, with overtime and on-call rotations considered. Strong safety practices and the ability to lead teams are important for success.