Underground Lineman Ground Hand

Southwire Company

The Role

Overview

General laborer for utility/construction sites handling setup, traffic control, digging, and safety.

Key Responsibilities

  • traffic flagging
  • site setup
  • site dismantle
  • excavation
  • utility locating
  • safety compliance

Tasks

-Flag traffic -Set up and dismantle work site -Hand Digging (shoveling) entrance and exit pits along with locating existing utilities -Comply with proper safety standards and expectations

Requirements

  • class a
  • driver's license
  • mechanical skills
  • electrical knowledge
  • drug screen
  • physical labor

What You Bring

-Ability to work outdoors -Class A license desired -Able to work some nights and weekends -Able to perform safe work practices daily -Able to perform physically demanding tasks -Valid driver’s license -Strong mechanical skills -Able to stand, kneel and work in confined spaces for an extended period of time -Pass a drug screen and background check -Knowledge of electrical utility work preferred -Able to lift, push, pull and carry at least 75 lbs. for a distance of 300 feet -Ability to read and write English

The Company

About Southwire Company

-It steadily expanded into building wire, utility cable, tools and assembled solutions across North America and beyond. -Typical projects include supplying electrical infrastructure for residential construction, power transmission and high‑voltage utility networks. -The firm serves industrial, energy, utility and OEM sectors, emphasizing engineered cable systems and contractor tools. -Still family‑owned after 75 years, with a legacy of bold machinery expansion—from three machines to a global enterprise. -Its C7 covered conductor and MCAP cables showcase innovation in lightweight, corrosion‑resistant utility solutions.

Sector Specialisms

Utility

Residential

Commercial

Building Infrastructure

Industrial Products & Systems

Lighting Systems

Transportation Systems

Factory Power & Automation

Power Transmission and Distribution

Communications

Transit-System Cabling

Security Clearance

-pass a drug screen and background check