Groundman - Transmission; AP

Groundman - Transmission (AP) role at Pike Corporation, entry level responsible for construction, maintenance and repair of electrical transmission systems.

The Groundman Transmission position is an entry level position in the construction, maintenance and repair of electrical transmission systems.

• Work safely while performing new construction, maintenance or repair work of energized and de‑energized transmission work.
• Stringing overhead wire.
• Setting poles and anchors.
• 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.
• Does all other related work as required to complete the job.

• 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.
• Capable of learning basic knowledge of materials used in line work.
• Understands DOT requirements (pre‑trip/post‑trip inspections, etc.)
• Understands basic rigging techniques.
• Understands proper use and maintenance of hand tools.
• Possess a basic knowledge on safe use of chain saw, bush axe, etc.
• Understands personal protective equipment requirements and wears PPE when and how it is needed.
• Understands proper use and care of ladders.
• Able to assist in pole framing, setting, and removal.
• Understands the basic concepts of grounding procedures.
• Understands how to safely set up a work zone.
• Able to assist with structure assemble and disassembly.
• Possesses a basic working knowledge of de‑energized line work.
• Must be familiar with induced voltage.
• Capable of performing basic bucket rescue/escape.
• Capable of safely setting a pole.
• Understands the basic concepts of equipment set up and grounding.
• Capable of working at heights and/or confined spaces.
• Possesses a basic knowledge of cover up.
• Understands minimum approach distance.
• Understands flag and tag procedures.
• Possesses knowledge of proper work zone set up.
• Possesses knowledge of pole framing, setting and removal.
• Capable of properly inspecting rubber goods, covers and PPE.
• Understands when to wear personnel protective equipment.
• Able to learn to climb different types of structures (wood, steel, etc.) and possess the necessary tools to do so.
• Capable of making up and using a hand line.
• Understands how and when to use Kellum grips.
• Able to identify different types of materials used in line work.
• Able to travel long distances on short notice, when required.
• Able to work for extended periods in various locations, when required.
• Able to obtain a Commercial Driver’s License.
• Able to lift in excess of 50 lbs.
• Must be able to work outside, frequently in inclement weather.
• 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.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, and feel; and reach with hands and arms.

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. The noise level can be loud. This position is performed in outside weather conditions.

• Self‑Motivated
• Team‑Oriented
• Customer Oriented
• Must be able to follow Company safety rules and all other Company policies.

Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled. VA Approved Apprenticeship Program – GI Bill Benefits Available to Eligible Veterans. Pike is a Non‑union Company.

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 we continuously expand our offerings to supply our customers with the ideas, technology, experience, manpower and equipment to perform any job.

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 installation of the latest smart meter technologies, and integrating renewable energy sources onto the grid.

Seniority level:
Entry level

Employment type:

Full‑time
Job function:
Management and Manufacturing
Industries:
Construction

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