Substation Equipment Operator
About the role
The Substation Equipment Operator is an entry level, non-exempt position in the construction, maintenance and/or repair of electric substation systems. Works with various pieces of construction equipment specific to the trade. Note: Travel to Florida and other states is required.
Responsibilities
- Work safely while performing construction, maintenance and/or repair work of electric substation systems.
- Absorb and execute profile, blueprints, maps, or other written instructions for completion of assigned tasks.
- Maintain company vehicles in good working condition.
Requirements
- Able to perform rigorous physical labor.
- Able to read and understand simple blueprints, maps, and diagrams.
- Able to identify energized high and low voltage lines.
- Basic knowledge in electricity.
- Knowledge of safety hazards inherent in working in close proximity to energized high and low voltage lines and equipment.
- Knowledge of the Motor Vehicle Code as it relates to the operation of heavy equipment in the state the job is located.
- Must supply own personal hand tools required by the company for this work.
- Must supply own safety toed work boots.
- Must be capable of lifting in excess of 50 lbs.
- Capable of receiving and following directions.
- Must possess or be capable of obtaining a Commercial Drivers’ License.
- Capable of working at heights and/or confined spaces.
- Understands minimum approach distance.
- Capable of checking voltage.
- Willing to work over-time or long hours during emergency conditions and/or when requested.
- Schedules can change frequently and with short notice.
- 90% Travel Required.
- Capable of following Company safety rules and policies.
- Willing to work outside of the normal work schedule including weekends, holidays, and overtime as required for the position.
Physical Demands
- 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.
- Work Environment: While performing the duties of this job, 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.
Competencies
- Emphasis on Safety
- Self-Motivated
- Team-Oriented
- Customer Oriented
- Trustworthy
- Commitment
- Professionalism through unwavering Reliability and Punctuality
- High Productivity work ethics
- Interpersonal and communication skills
- Receptive to constructive instruction/coaching
- EEO/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disabled
About the team
Pike Electric, LLC 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. Pike is a family-oriented workplace with a strong culture of safety, collaboration, innovation and exceptional customer service.