Groundman - Underground (PRECO)

Description

• Works in underground trenches and manholes.
• Setting pad mount transformers.
• Maintains company vehicles, equipment and tools in good working order.
• Frequently works around energized high voltage systems requiring skill and care to protect the lives of themselves and others.

Requirements

• Able to obtain a Commercial Driver’s License permit within 60 days of employment.
• Willing to work outside of the normal work schedule including weekends, holidays, and overtime as required for the position.
• Understands how and when to use Kellum grips.
• Capable of checking voltage on transformers.
• Possess a basic knowledge of materials used in line work.
• Understands when to wear personnel protective equipment.
• Capable of installing and removing a service.
• Capable of receiving and following directions.
• Must be familiar with induced voltage.
• A Commercial Driver’s License is preferred.
• Understand the proper use and maintenance of hand tools.
• Able to properly inspect rubber goods and PPE.
• Must be able to work outside, frequently in inclement weather.
• Understand basic rigging, hand lines, and lineman knot tying.
• Capable of performing basic bucket rescue/escape.
• Willingness to glove/work live high voltage distribution lines.
• Able to work for extended periods in various locations, when required.
• Work safely while performing new construction, maintenance or repair work of energized and de-energized underground work.
• Able to perform rigorous physical labor.
• Understands minimum approach distance.
• Able to identify primary and secondary voltage on a circuit.
• Understands excavation and shoring requirements.
• Able to identify different types of materials used in line work.
• Able to travel long distances on short notice, when required.
• Capable of assisting with the installation and hook up of a single phase transformer.
• Must be able to follow Company safety rules and all other Company policies
• Able to lift in excess of 50 lbs.
• Understands proper use of company radio.
• Must be able to climb different types of structures (wood, steel, etc.) and possess the necessary tools to do so.
• Able to read and communicate effectively in English.
• Capable of working at heights and/or confined spaces.
• Understands the basic concepts of equipment set up and grounding.
• Willing to work over-time when requested.
• Capable of properly inspecting rubber goods and PPE.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance