Groundman - Underground (Duke)

Position Summary: The Underground Groundman is an entry level position in the construction, maintenance and repair of electrical underground distribution systems. This position works at various locations. The position may also be required to travel to another state depending on customer demands.

Essential Functions:

• Must be familiar with induced voltage.
• Understands when to wear personnel protective equipment.
• Able to identify primary and secondary voltage on a circuit.
• Understand basic rigging, hand lines, and lineman knot tying.
• Work safely while performing new construction, maintenance or repair work of energized and de-energized underground work.
• Capable of working at heights and/or confined spaces.
• Possess a basic knowledge of materials used in line work.
• Understands excavation and shoring requirements.
• Capable of properly inspecting rubber goods and PPE.
• Capable of assisting with the installation and hook up of a single phase transformer.
• Must be able to climb different types of structures (wood, steel, etc.) and possess the necessary tools to do so.
• Frequently works around energized high voltage systems requiring skill and care to protect the lives of themselves and others.
• Understands how and when to use Kellum grips.
• Able to identify different types of materials used in line work.
• Must be able to work outside, frequently in inclement weather.
• Capable of receiving and following directions.
• Understand the proper use and maintenance of hand tools.
• Maintains company vehicles, equipment and tools in good working order.
• Able to perform rigorous physical labor.
• Capable of performing basic bucket rescue/escape.
• Understands minimum approach distance.
• Capable of checking voltage on transformers.
• Understands proper use of company radio.
• Capable of installing and removing a service.
• Does all other related work as required to complete the job.
• Works in underground trenches and manholes.
• Setting pad mount transformers.
• Willingness to glove/work live high voltage distribution lines.
• Understands the basic concepts of equipment set up and grounding.

Other Requirements:

• Able to lift in excess of 50 lbs.
• Able to properly inspect rubber goods and PPE.
• Able to work for extended periods in various locations, when required.
• No experience necessary.
• Willing to work over-time when requested.
• Able to obtain a Commercial Driver’s License permit within 60 days of employment.
• Able to travel long distances on short notice, when required.
• Able to read and communicate effectively in English.
• A Commercial Driver’s License is preferred.

Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle and feel; and reach with hands and arms.

Work Environment:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to a variety of extreme conditions at construction job sites. The noise level in the work environment and job sites can be loud. This position is performed in outside weather conditions.

Competencies:

• Customer Oriented
• Team-Oriented
• Must be able to follow Company safety rules and all other Company policies.
• Self-Motivated

EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disabled
Pike Electric, LLC is a Non-union Company

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as required to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.