Underground Electric Groundman — Field Grid Builder

Pike Corporation; Marietta (GA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental and vision insurance

HSA/FSAs

EAP

401(k) with company match

Life insurance & disability

Paid time off & holidays

Job summary

Pike Electric LLC is hiring Groundman to support construction and maintenance of underground electrical distribution systems. You will assist the crew, perform physical labor outdoors, and help service equipment while adhering to safety standards.

The role requires lifting up to 50 pounds, willingness to travel, and flexibility to work overtime and on-call rotations. Successful candidates will join a safety-focused team with opportunities for growth within a national utility contractor.

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license and ability to obtain CDL within 60 days.
• 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 underground distribution systems while putting safety first.
• Help install and repair underground facilities, underground conductors, and related hardware.
• Maintain excavation equipment to include backhoes, trenchers, excavators, and pulling equipment.
• Work outdoors in varying environmental conditions, including extreme heat, cold, rain, wind, and inclement weather.
• Available to work outages, storms, emergencies including on call rotation.
• Follow all safety protocols including PPE use and a comprehensive understanding of insulated protective cover to isolate differences of potential.
• Inspect rubber goods and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Understanding of when to wear personal protective equipment.
• Will perform rigorous physical labor.

Job description

Pike Electric LLC is hiring Groundman to support construction and maintenance of underground electrical distribution systems. You will assist the crew, perform physical labor outdoors, and help service equipment while adhering to safety standards.

The role requires lifting up to 50 pounds, willingness to travel, and flexibility to work overtime and on-call rotations. Successful candidates will join a safety-focused team with opportunities for growth within a national utility contractor.