Cable Splicer - Underground (Canoochee EMC)

About the role

Pike Electric, LLC is seeking a skilled Cable Splicer to join our team. This position is responsible for constructing and repairing electrical underground systems, working both energized and de-energized systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform new construction, maintenance, and repair of underground power, conductors, and related hardware.
• Lead crew members in the absence of the Employee in Charge and conduct pre-job and tailgate safety briefings.
• Train and mentor apprentices and groundmen.
• Operate various pieces of equipment such as backhoes, bucket trucks, digger trucks, and mini excavators.
• Work in confined spaces and near energized equipment.
• Install and repair underground power systems.
• Follow all safety protocols, including PPE use and insulated protective cover to isolate differences of potential.
• Perform live-line work using approved gloving and hot-stick techniques on energized lines.

Requirements

• Three (3) years of recent underground experience.
• Valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL).
• Lift, carry, push, or pull materials and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Willing to travel long distances on short notice.
• Available to work outages, storms, emergencies, including on-call rotation.
• Work for extended periods at job locations, including out-of-state assignments.
• Willing to work outside of normal business hours, including weekends, holidays, emergency callouts, and overtime.

Qualifications

Comprehensive knowledge of tagging procedures, grounding, and induced voltage on energized and de-energized lines using the proper tools and test equipment. Understanding of underground services, infrastructure, and duct banks.

Skills

• Strong safety awareness and adherence to safety protocols.
• Proficiency in operating various construction equipment.
• Ability to work in confined spaces and near energized equipment.
• Knowledge of live-line work techniques and insulated protective cover usage.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• HSA, dependent care, and medical flexible spending accounts.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• 401(k) with company match.
• Life insurance, short-term and long-term disability.
• Paid time off, paid holidays, and family and medical leave.

Schedule

Flexible schedule to accommodate job site requirements and operational needs.

Pay

Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.

About Us

Pike is a leading provider of construction, repair, and engineering services for electric and gas utilities, as well as telecommunications companies. We work with hundreds of utility clients across the country and continuously expand our offerings to meet the evolving needs of our customers.

About the Team

The Electric team at Pike works with utilities across the country to solve their energy infrastructure challenges. This includes designing new transmission and distribution systems, upgrading and managing the installation of smart meter technologies, and integrating renewable energy sources onto the grid.