Underground Electric Truck Operator - Entry Level

Pike Electric, Inc. in; Marietta (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Pike Electric is seeking an entry-level Underground Truck Driver to support construction, maintenance and repair of electrical distribution systems. The role involves travel to various locations and may require work in different states based on customer demands.

The ideal candidate can perform physical labor, operate heavy equipment safely, understand rigging and tool use, and learn materials used in line work. CDL preferred; willingness to work overtime and weekends is a plus.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform rigorous physical labor.
• Understand proper use of company radio and safety gear.
• Capable of learning materials used in line work and basic rigging.
• Capable of obtaining and/or possessing a CDL; CDL preferred.
• Willing to work outside normal hours including weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Work safely while performing new construction, maintenance or repair work of energized and de-energized overhead work.
• Setting poles and anchors.
• Assists with installing transformers, lightening arrestors, cutouts, crossarms, insulators, switches and switchgear.
• Assists in replacing fuses in transformers and clears faulted circuits and systems.
• Frequently works with energized high voltage systems requiring caution.
• Maintains company vehicles, equipment and tools in good condition.
• Performs other related duties to complete the job.

Skills

Physical labor

Radio operation understanding

Heavy equipment operation

Rigging knowledge

Hand tools use

Voltage identification

PPE inspection

Safety compliance

Overtime willingness

Travel readiness

Education

Commercial Driver's License (CDL)

Job description

Pike Electric is seeking an entry-level Underground Truck Driver to support construction, maintenance and repair of electrical distribution systems. The role involves travel to various locations and may require work in different states based on customer demands.

The ideal candidate can perform physical labor, operate heavy equipment safely, understand rigging and tool use, and learn materials used in line work. CDL preferred; willingness to work overtime and weekends is a plus.