Transmission Groundman

Essential Functions

• Assemble materials on the ground and hoist them into the work area using handlines.
• Assist other crew members filling pole holes and trench using a shovel.
• Flag traffic and set up job sites as directed.
• Maintain organization of tools and materials on work vehicles.
• Clean up and organize job sites at completion of work.
• Will receive training in the operation of trucks, light equipment and tools.
• Will receive training in safety, first aid and other related topics.
• Willing & Able to obtain CDL’s in the first 90 days.
• Frequently works with energized high voltage systems requiring skill and care to protect the lives of themselves and others.
• Maintains company vehicles, equipment and tools in good working order.
• Stringing overhead wire.
• Setting poles and anchors.

Other Requirements

• Able to obtain a Commercial Driver’s License permit within 30 days of employment.
• A Commercial Driver’s License is preferred.
• 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.
• Understand basic rigging techniques.
• Understand the proper use and maintenance of hand tools.
• Possess a basic knowledge on safe use of chain saw, bush axe, etc.
• Understand personal protective equipment requirements and wears PPE when and how it is needed.
• Understand proper use and care of ladders.
• Able to assist in pole framing, setting, and removal.
• Understands the basic concepts of grounding procedures.
• Understand 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.
• Must be familiar with induced voltage.
• Able to perform basic bucket rescue/escape.
• Able to safely set a pole.
• Understands the basic concepts of equipment set up and grounding.
• Able to work at heights and/or confined spaces.
• Possesses a basic knowledge of cover up.
• Understands minimum approach distance.
• Understands flag and tag procedures.
• Possesses knowledge of proper work zone set up.
• Possesses knowledge of pole framing, setting and removal.
• Able to properly inspect rubber goods, covers and PPE.
• 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.
• Self-Motivated
• Team-Oriented
• Customer Oriented