Groundworker Temp

Groundworker Temp

Provides ground support functions for the line and substation crews in the operation of tools and materials, equipment inspection and repair on mechanical infrastructure, and construction and maintenance within the overhead and underground distribution system.

This is a temporary position, working 40 hours per week, for a maximum of 10 months. There is an option for medical coverage only.

The pay rate for this position is $27.60 per hour. This opportunity will be available to applicants until filled with first reading of candidates beginning Friday June 12, 2026.

Essential Functions:

• Performs installation of handholes, pedestals and secondary wires for new and up-grade electrical services.
• Inspects non-mechanical equipment and maintains vegetation control and debris around residential underground equipment.
• Delivers tools and materials to job sites and keeps tools and equipment clean, be called on to assist overhead or underground crews.
• Stocks and cleans vehicles, performs inspection and repair on mechanical infrastructure; keeps tools and equipment in good working order and helps maintain equipment used in the electrical field.
• Equipment painting, graffiti removal, mowing and weed control at substations.
• Hauls poles, digs holes, and assists in framing and the setting of power/utility poles as instructed.
• Performs various labor activities, including running equipment, installing wire, digging trenches.
• Support line crews with hand excavation to locate defective underground primary and secondary electrical cables.

Other

Job Functions:

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Education:

• High School graduate or GED required.
• Vocational/Technical certificate from an approved electric lineworker training program preferred.

Experience:

• Six (6) months experience with an electrical distribution utility preferred.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office preferred.

Certifications:

• Must possess a valid driver's license.
• Commercial driver's license (CDL) preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to communicate effectively and diplomatically with coworkers and the general public.
• Willingness to learn underground installation practices, and basic electrical safety procedures.
• Ability to communicate and receive verbal instructions from long distances.
• Knowledge of distribution mapping symbols and procedures.
• Able to maintain vehicles and equipment.
• Ability to climb ladders and work from heights.
• Ability to judge distance and dexterity to use tools and equipment.
• Physical stamina to withstand work during severe weather conditions.
• Demonstrate knowledge of safety procedures and practices and emergency protocols.
• Ability to demonstrate independent judgment, decision making and communicate decisions to subordinates and supervisors.
• Ability to operate basic computer equipment and word/informational processing software.
• Ability to use text, email, cell phones, radios and other means of communication.
• Ability to do basic math.

Physical Demands and

Working Conditions:

• Frequent moderate to considerable physical effort that includes working from ladders in awkward positions. Frequent use of light or medium weight objects (e.g., 25-50 lbs) and use of medium weight tools.
• Frequent exposure to heat and noise along with working outside in the elements.
• Occasional strenuous to extreme physical effort that includes frequent use of heavy objects (e.g., 50+ pounds) and may also use heavy tools or require strenuous application in awkward positions.
• Occasional exposure to marginal to moderate conditions that are unpredictable and may lead to injury.
• Occasional exposure to hazardous conditions that may lead to workplace injury such as working in heights, exposure to fly ash and/or energized electrical equipment.

Additional Working Demands / Conditions:

Work may involve long hours and overtime during evening, holidays, and weekends. Subject to call-back work, and must be capable of responding to an emergency situation upon short notice. May be required to carry a cell phone at designated times.

Non-Benefit Eligible Benefits Package Includes:

• Retirement – 457 Plan (employee funded plan)
• Medical Leave – Accrue 1 hour of leave per 30 hours…