Underground Electric Groundman — Field & Outages

Pike Electric, Inc.; Tuscaloosa (AL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

HSA

EAP

401(k) with company match

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Paid time off

Job summary

Pike Electric, Inc. in Tuscaloosa, AL is seeking a Groundman to support underground distribution construction and maintenance teams. You will assist with building, repairing, and maintaining electrical systems, reporting to the Foreman.

This entry-level role emphasizes safety, physical work outdoors, and readiness for travel and overtime. You will gain hands-on experience in a critical utility sector with opportunities to grow into skilled lineman paths.

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 normal 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.

Skills

CDL within 60 days

Travel willingness

Lift 50 lbs

Out-of-state work

Overtime availability

Job description

Pike Electric, Inc. in Tuscaloosa, AL is seeking a Groundman to support underground distribution construction and maintenance teams. You will assist with building, repairing, and maintaining electrical systems, reporting to the Foreman.

This entry-level role emphasizes safety, physical work outdoors, and readiness for travel and overtime. You will gain hands-on experience in a critical utility sector with opportunities to grow into skilled lineman paths.