Pike Corporation
Overview The Groundman position is your first step to a rewarding career in the construction and maintenance of our nation’s Power Grid. You will assist your team in building, repairing, and maintaining overhead electrical distribution systems.
While professional experience and qualifications are key for this role, make sure to check you have the preferable soft skills before applying if required. Responsibilities
Securing the safety of yourself and others. Assisting fellow line-workers in meeting project objectives. Joining storm restoration efforts in times of need. Operating vehicles and equipment in a professional manner. Continuing training to improve technical and leadership skills. Qualifications
Team-Oriented Self-Motivated Customer Service Focused Ethical and Honest Dutifully follows established Safety Rules and Company Policy Physical Requirements The physical demands described here are typical of those that must be met by a team-member to successfully perform the essential functions of their job in powerline construction. The team-member is regularly required to talk or hear, stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, and feel; and reach with hands and arms. The team-member is frequently required to perform rigorous physical labor; sit; climb different types of structures (wood, steel, etc.); balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. Team-members frequently lift or move up to 50 lbs. Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Work Environment Team-members may frequently be exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. They may be exposed to extreme conditions at construction job sites. The noise level can be loud. Powerline construction work is performed outside and is subject to diverse weather conditions. General Expectations
Able to obtain a Commercial Driver’s License permit within 60 days of employment. Able to read/write and communicate effectively. Able to travel long distances on short notice, when required. Able to work for extended periods in various locations, when required. Able to lift more than 50 lbs. Willing to work overtime when requested and outside of the normal schedule including weekends and holidays. Functions To Be Expected In Overhead Powerline Construction
Works safely while performing new construction, maintenance, or repair work on energized and de-energized overhead systems. Properly inspects rubber goods and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). Understands when to wear PPE. Strings overhead wire. Sets poles and anchors. Assists with installing transformers, arrestors, cross-arms, insulators, switches and switchgear. Assists in replacing fuses in transformers and clears faulted circuits and systems. Frequently works with energized high voltage systems requiring skill and care to protect the lives of themselves and others. Maintains company vehicles, equipment and tools in good working order. Able to perform rigorous physical labor. Understands proper use of company radio. Understand basic rigging, hand lines, and lineman knot tying. Understand the proper use and maintenance of hand tools. Capable of receiving and following directions. Possess a basic knowledge of materials used in line work. Able to identify primary and secondary voltage on a circuit. Must be familiar with induced voltage. Capable of assisting with the installation and hook up of a single-phase transformer. Capable of performing basic bucket rescue/escape. Understands the basic concepts of equipment set up and grounding. Capable of working at heights and/or confined spaces. Understands minimum approach distance. Understands excavation and shoring requirements. Capable of checking voltage on transformers. Capable of installing and removing a service. Must be able to climb different types of structures (wood, steel, etc.) and possess the necessary tools to do so. 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. Does all other related work as required to complete the job. Equal Opportunity Equal Opportunity Employer - Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled. VA Approved Apprenticeship Program – GI Bill Benefits Available to Eligible Veterans. Pike Electric, LLC is a Non-union Company. Note This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Team-members may perform other related duties as requested to meet the ongoing needs of the organization. About Us Founded in 1945, Pike is a leading provider of construction, repair and engineering services for electric and gas utilities, as well as telecommunications companies with a growing portfolio of turnkey renewable projects. We work with hundreds of utility clients across the country and continuously expand our offerings to support our customers with the ideas, technology, experience, manpower and equipment to perform any job. Pike is a safety-focused, family-oriented workplace with a strong culture of collaboration and customer service. Job details
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While professional experience and qualifications are key for this role, make sure to check you have the preferable soft skills before applying if required. Responsibilities
Securing the safety of yourself and others. Assisting fellow line-workers in meeting project objectives. Joining storm restoration efforts in times of need. Operating vehicles and equipment in a professional manner. Continuing training to improve technical and leadership skills. Qualifications
Team-Oriented Self-Motivated Customer Service Focused Ethical and Honest Dutifully follows established Safety Rules and Company Policy Physical Requirements The physical demands described here are typical of those that must be met by a team-member to successfully perform the essential functions of their job in powerline construction. The team-member is regularly required to talk or hear, stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, and feel; and reach with hands and arms. The team-member is frequently required to perform rigorous physical labor; sit; climb different types of structures (wood, steel, etc.); balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. Team-members frequently lift or move up to 50 lbs. Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Work Environment Team-members may frequently be exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. They may be exposed to extreme conditions at construction job sites. The noise level can be loud. Powerline construction work is performed outside and is subject to diverse weather conditions. General Expectations
Able to obtain a Commercial Driver’s License permit within 60 days of employment. Able to read/write and communicate effectively. Able to travel long distances on short notice, when required. Able to work for extended periods in various locations, when required. Able to lift more than 50 lbs. Willing to work overtime when requested and outside of the normal schedule including weekends and holidays. Functions To Be Expected In Overhead Powerline Construction
Works safely while performing new construction, maintenance, or repair work on energized and de-energized overhead systems. Properly inspects rubber goods and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). Understands when to wear PPE. Strings overhead wire. Sets poles and anchors. Assists with installing transformers, arrestors, cross-arms, insulators, switches and switchgear. Assists in replacing fuses in transformers and clears faulted circuits and systems. Frequently works with energized high voltage systems requiring skill and care to protect the lives of themselves and others. Maintains company vehicles, equipment and tools in good working order. Able to perform rigorous physical labor. Understands proper use of company radio. Understand basic rigging, hand lines, and lineman knot tying. Understand the proper use and maintenance of hand tools. Capable of receiving and following directions. Possess a basic knowledge of materials used in line work. Able to identify primary and secondary voltage on a circuit. Must be familiar with induced voltage. Capable of assisting with the installation and hook up of a single-phase transformer. Capable of performing basic bucket rescue/escape. Understands the basic concepts of equipment set up and grounding. Capable of working at heights and/or confined spaces. Understands minimum approach distance. Understands excavation and shoring requirements. Capable of checking voltage on transformers. Capable of installing and removing a service. Must be able to climb different types of structures (wood, steel, etc.) and possess the necessary tools to do so. 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. Does all other related work as required to complete the job. Equal Opportunity Equal Opportunity Employer - Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled. VA Approved Apprenticeship Program – GI Bill Benefits Available to Eligible Veterans. Pike Electric, LLC is a Non-union Company. Note This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Team-members may perform other related duties as requested to meet the ongoing needs of the organization. About Us Founded in 1945, Pike is a leading provider of construction, repair and engineering services for electric and gas utilities, as well as telecommunications companies with a growing portfolio of turnkey renewable projects. We work with hundreds of utility clients across the country and continuously expand our offerings to support our customers with the ideas, technology, experience, manpower and equipment to perform any job. Pike is a safety-focused, family-oriented workplace with a strong culture of collaboration and customer service. Job details
Seniority level: Entry level Employment type: Full-time Job function: Management and Manufacturing Industries: Construction Get notified about new Groundman jobs in Manassas, VA.
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