Groundman - Transmission

Position Summary

The Groundman Transmission position is an entry‑level role 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.
• String overhead wire.
• Set poles and anchors.
• Frequently work with energized high‑voltage systems requiring skill and care to protect the lives of oneself and others.
• Maintain company vehicles, equipment and tools in good working order.
• Perform all other related tasks as required to complete the job.

• Able to perform rigorous physical labor.
• Understand proper use of company radio.
• Knowledge of basic rigging, hand lines and lineman knot tying.
• Understand proper use and maintenance of hand tools.
• Capable of receiving and following directions.
• Capable of learning basic line‑work materials.
• Understands DOT requirements (pre‑trip/post‑trip inspections, etc.).
• Understands basic rigging techniques.
• Understands proper maintenance of hand tools.
• Basic knowledge of chain saw, bush axe, etc. safe use.
• 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 grounding procedures.
• Understands how to safely set up a work zone.
• Able to assist with structure assembly and disassembly.
• Possesses basic knowledge of de‑energized line work.
• Familiar with induced voltage.
• Capable of performing basic bucket rescue/escape.
• Capable of safely setting a pole.
• Understands basic equipment set up and grounding.
• Capable of working at heights and/or confined spaces.
• Basic knowledge of cover‑up.
• Understands minimum approach distance.
• Understands flag and tag procedures.
• Knowledge of proper work zone set up.
• Knowledge of pole framing, setting and removal.
• Capable of inspecting rubber goods, covers and PPE.
• Understands when to wear personnel protective equipment.
• Able to climb different types of structures (wood, steel, etc.) and possess the necessary tools.
• Capable of making up and using a hand line.
• Understands how and when to use Kellum grips.
• Able to identify line‑work materials.
• 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 work outside, frequently in inclement weather.
• Willing to work overtime when requested.
• Willing to work outside of the normal work schedule, including weekends, holidays, and overtime as required.

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 in the work environment and job sites can be loud. This position is performed in outside weather conditions.

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

Equal Opportunity Employer – 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.

“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.

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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.