Pike Corporation
Position Summary
The Foreman is a skilled position in the construction, maintenance and repair of electrical overhead distribution systems. This position works at various locations and may also be required to travel to another state depending on customer demands.
Essential Functions
Work safely while performing new construction, maintenance or repair work of energized and de-energized overhead systems.
Able to coach crew members and possess coaching skills.
Capable of leading and teaching hot stick work on energized lines.
Conduct pre-job or tailgate briefings.
Possess a working knowledge of all aspects of line work, including stringing overhead wire, setting poles and anchors, installing transformers, lightning arrestors, cutouts, crossarms, insulators, switches, and switchgear.
Troubleshoot problems and supervise troubleshooting in primary and secondary systems.
Replace cutout fuses and clear faulted circuits and systems.
Work with energized high-voltage systems requiring skill and care to protect the lives of self and others.
Maintain company vehicles, equipment and tools in good working order.
Able to perform rigorous physical labor and identify primary and secondary voltage on a circuit.
Understand induced voltage, grounding procedures, phasing a circuit through a substation, and the use of phasing sticks.
Capable of working at heights and confined spaces, safely installing and removing PPE and cover‑up, and climbing different types of structures.
Use load bust tools, mechanical jumpers, and puller/tensioner setups.
Have understanding of line protection devices, flag and tag procedures, and recloser operations.
Adapt to outdoor work in inclement weather and complete all related tasks as required.
Other Requirements
5‑year minimum of recent field experience.
Ability to read and communicate effectively in English.
Coordinate and inspect the work of crew members.
Ability to travel long distances on short notice when required.
Open to extended periods in various locations when required.
Lift in excess of 50 lbs.
Inspect rubber goods and PPE properly.
Comply with company reporting procedures and complete required paperwork.
Possess a CDL and demonstrate safe driving.
Willing to work overtime when requested and outside normal hours, including weekends and holidays.
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. The employee is regularly required to talk or hear, stand, walk, use hands to grasp, handle, feel, and reach with hands and arms.
Work Environment 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. Noise levels may be loud, and the position is performed outdoors under varying weather conditions.
Competencies
Self‑motivated
Team‑oriented
Customer‑oriented
Follow company safety rules and all other company policies.
EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disabled Pike Electric, LLC is a Non‑union Company.
NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all‑inclusive. The employee may perform other related duties as required 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 continually expand our offerings to supply our customers with the ideas, technology, experience, manpower, and equipment to perform any job.
“Essential” is the one word that sums up who we are, the work we do, and what our people mean to us. Each of our employees plays a critical role in ensuring that infrastructure systems are up and running when people and businesses need them.
Pike is a family‑oriented workplace with a strong culture of safety, collaboration, innovation, and exceptional customer service.
About The Team We work with utilities across the country to solve our nation’s energy infrastructure challenges, from designing new transmission and distribution systems, upgrading and managing installations of the latest smart‑meter technologies, to integrating renewable energy sources onto the grid.
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Essential Functions
Work safely while performing new construction, maintenance or repair work of energized and de-energized overhead systems.
Able to coach crew members and possess coaching skills.
Capable of leading and teaching hot stick work on energized lines.
Conduct pre-job or tailgate briefings.
Possess a working knowledge of all aspects of line work, including stringing overhead wire, setting poles and anchors, installing transformers, lightning arrestors, cutouts, crossarms, insulators, switches, and switchgear.
Troubleshoot problems and supervise troubleshooting in primary and secondary systems.
Replace cutout fuses and clear faulted circuits and systems.
Work with energized high-voltage systems requiring skill and care to protect the lives of self and others.
Maintain company vehicles, equipment and tools in good working order.
Able to perform rigorous physical labor and identify primary and secondary voltage on a circuit.
Understand induced voltage, grounding procedures, phasing a circuit through a substation, and the use of phasing sticks.
Capable of working at heights and confined spaces, safely installing and removing PPE and cover‑up, and climbing different types of structures.
Use load bust tools, mechanical jumpers, and puller/tensioner setups.
Have understanding of line protection devices, flag and tag procedures, and recloser operations.
Adapt to outdoor work in inclement weather and complete all related tasks as required.
Other Requirements
5‑year minimum of recent field experience.
Ability to read and communicate effectively in English.
Coordinate and inspect the work of crew members.
Ability to travel long distances on short notice when required.
Open to extended periods in various locations when required.
Lift in excess of 50 lbs.
Inspect rubber goods and PPE properly.
Comply with company reporting procedures and complete required paperwork.
Possess a CDL and demonstrate safe driving.
Willing to work overtime when requested and outside normal hours, including weekends and holidays.
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. The employee is regularly required to talk or hear, stand, walk, use hands to grasp, handle, feel, and reach with hands and arms.
Work Environment 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. Noise levels may be loud, and the position is performed outdoors under varying weather conditions.
Competencies
Self‑motivated
Team‑oriented
Customer‑oriented
Follow company safety rules and all other company policies.
EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disabled Pike Electric, LLC is a Non‑union Company.
NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all‑inclusive. The employee may perform other related duties as required 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 continually expand our offerings to supply our customers with the ideas, technology, experience, manpower, and equipment to perform any job.
“Essential” is the one word that sums up who we are, the work we do, and what our people mean to us. Each of our employees plays a critical role in ensuring that infrastructure systems are up and running when people and businesses need them.
Pike is a family‑oriented workplace with a strong culture of safety, collaboration, innovation, and exceptional customer service.
About The Team We work with utilities across the country to solve our nation’s energy infrastructure challenges, from designing new transmission and distribution systems, upgrading and managing installations of the latest smart‑meter technologies, to integrating renewable energy sources onto the grid.
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