Cable Splicer - Underground (Oncor)

Pike Corporation

The Role

Overview

Skilled underground cable splicer for construction, maintenance, and repair of utility systems.

Key Responsibilities

  • crew lead
  • safety
  • briefings
  • inspections
  • high voltage

Tasks

-Lead crew and represent the Company in absence of the Foreman. -Promote safety at all times. -Effectively conduct pre-job briefings. -Inspect the work of crew members. -Frequently work with energized high voltage systems requiring skill and care to protect the lives of themselves and others.

Requirements

  • cable termination
  • underground
  • backhoe
  • cdl
  • confined space
  • 1-3 yrs

What You Bring

-Must possess knowledge of tools for terminating cable. -Must understand flag and tag procedures. -Understands confined space requirements. -Capable of planning safe work based on a job print or work order. -Capable of properly installing and removing PPE and cover up. -Able to use hand tools on a continuous basis. -Must possess knowledge in troubleshooting underground circuits. -Able to identify unforeseen obstacles that would hinder safety or production. -Willing to work over-time when requested. Willing to work outside of the normal work schedule including weekends, holidays, and overtime as required for the position -Must possess knowledge of all aspects of underground distribution. -Able to travel long distances on short notice, when required. -Must be able to follow Company safety rules and all other Company policies. -Able to lift in excess of 50 lbs. -A valid Commercial Driver’s License is preferred. -Able to work for extended periods in various locations, when required. -Must be able to work outside, frequently in inclement weather. -Capable of operating a backhoe. -Understand how to phase out a line using phasing sticks. -Capable of being exposed to dirt and power on a daily basis. -1-3 year minimum of experience is required. -Capable of working in confined spaces. -Must demonstrate safe driving techniques. -Must be able to Switch & Splice. -Able to identify primary and secondary voltage. -Understand grounding procedures. -Capable of safely operating and maintaining company equipment. -Must be familiar with induced voltage. -Capable of terminating different sizes of cable. -Able to properly inspect rubber goods and PPE. -Must possess knowledge in identifying underground utility locates. -Must possess knowledge of underground switching procedures. -Able to perform rigorous physical labor. -Understand underground services, infrastructure and duct banks. -Able to obtain a Commercial Driver’s License permit within 60 days of employment.

The Company

About Pike Corporation

-Delivering complex solutions for utility infrastructure, energy projects, and industrial sectors. -Commitment to safety and quality in power grids, substations, and renewable energy projects. -Specializing in transmission and distribution lines, power plant construction, and renewable energy systems like solar and wind. -Known for tackling large-scale infrastructure projects with reliability in demanding conditions. -Services across diverse industries including energy, utilities, and commercial development. -Involved in high-profile projects shaping modern infrastructure across the U.S.

Sector Specialisms

Energy

Transmission

Distribution

Substation

Renewable

Engineering

Construction

Maintenance

Storm Restoration

Gas Distribution

Utility

Electric Cooperative

Municipality

Communications Infrastructure