Underground Electrical Groundman: Start Your Field Career

Pike Corporation; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

HSA, dependent care and medical FSAs

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

401(k) with company match

Life insurance, short-term and long‑/t

Job summary

Pike Electric, LLC is hiring a Groundman to support construction, maintenance and repair of underground electrical distribution systems. You will assist the crew, operate and maintain equipment, and participate in on-call rotations to support outages and emergencies.

Candidates must be physically able to perform demanding labor outdoors, lift up to 50 pounds, and obtain a CDL within 60 days. A valid driver's license and willingness to travel are required.

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license and ability to obtain a CDL within 60 days.
• Willing to travel long distances on short notice.
• Lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds.
• Work extended hours, weekends, holidays, and overtime.
• Willing to work outdoors in extreme conditions.

Responsibilities

• Perform construction, maintenance and repair of underground distribution systems.
• Assist in installation of underground facilities, conductors, and related hardware.
• Maintain and operate excavation equipment (backhoes, trenchers, excavators, pulling equipment).
• Work outdoors in varying environmental conditions and during outages or emergencies.
• Follow safety protocols and wear PPE; participate in on-call rotations.

Job description

Pike Electric, LLC is hiring a Groundman to support construction, maintenance and repair of underground electrical distribution systems. You will assist the crew, operate and maintain equipment, and participate in on-call rotations to support outages and emergencies.

Candidates must be physically able to perform demanding labor outdoors, lift up to 50 pounds, and obtain a CDL within 60 days. A valid driver's license and willingness to travel are required.