Groundman - Transmission (Duke)

About the role

The Groundman Transmission position is an entry-level role in the construction, maintenance, and repair of electrical transmission systems. The role involves working safely while performing tasks such as stringing overhead wire, setting poles and anchors, and maintaining company vehicles, equipment, and tools.

Responsibilities

• 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 works with energized high voltage systems requiring skill and care to protect the lives of themselves and others.
• Maintain company vehicles, equipment and tools in good working order.
• Does all other related work as required to complete the job.

Requirements

• 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.
• 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 when to wear personal protective equipment.
• Able to learn to climb different types of structures (wood, steel, etc.) and possess the necessary tools to do so.
• Able to make up and use 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.

Physical Demands

• Regularly required to talk or hear.
• Frequent requirement to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, and feel; and reach with hands and arms.
• Frequent exposure to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration.
• Occasional exposure to a variety of extreme conditions at construction job sites.
• Work environment and job sites can be noisy.
• Position is performed in outside weather conditions.

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 supply our customers with the ideas, technology, experience, manpower, and equipment to perform any job. Pike is a family-oriented workplace with a strong culture of safety, collaboration, innovation, and exceptional customer service.