Underground Crew - All Positions (Foreman/A, B , C Lineman/Operator/Groundman

About the role

Sumter Utilities, Inc. (a Quanta Services company) seeks entire Underground Crews (Foreman/A Lineman/B Lineman/C Lineman/Operator/Groundman). Successful candidates will possess existing experience working together as a construction crew. Preference may also be given to candidates who are able to bring along additional qualified candidates to form entire work crews.

Responsibilities

• Safety is a core value for our company so substantial weight will be given in the selection process to candidates demonstrating their shared commitment to safe operations.
• We offer competitive wages, paid vacation and holidays, a full benefit package including Health, Dental, Vision, Optional Critical Care Insurance, LifeLock Identity Protection and both Company Paid & Supplemental Life Insurance as well.
• Benefits are available the 1st day of the next month following hire date. We also offer a 401k Retirement Savings Plan with a substantial company match.
• After 6 months of employment, employees are eligible to apply for entry into SUI's DOL Certified 4-Year Apprenticeship Program. (Must have a HS Diploma or equivalent and CDL.)

Requirements

• Able/willing to travel long distances on short notice, when required.
• Able/willing to work for extended periods in various locations, when required.
• Able/willing to work Overtime, when required.
• Have total commitment to safety and compliance.

Qualifications

• Foreman:
• Provide direct supervision & technical guidance to Linemen, Equipment Operators and Groundmen performing maintenance & construction on underground utility projects.
• Proficient in reading and interpreting site plans, construction prints/drawings and scopes of work.
• Proficient in safe operation of heavy equipment such as backhoes, trenchers, mini-excavators, etc.
• Possess advanced understanding of compliance with OSHA Shoring & Trenching standards.
• Effectively communicate, demonstrate and enforce requirements & best practices.
• Lead and record Job Task Safety Analysis (JTSA) meetings.
• Work with a quality work ethic and be committed to optimal Customer Service.
• Coordinate essential personnel on-site for the project to include crew mobilization, subcontractors, traffic control, etc.
• Manage supplies, materials and equipment necessary to complete assigned work.
• Communicate with relevant personnel as required.
• Understand and follow detailed construction schedules.
• A Lineman:
• Perform rigorous physical labor as required. Including but not limited to digging, rigging, lifting, rescue operations, etc.
• Identify primary and secondary voltage on a circuit.
• Proficient in all aspects of working with energized enclosures.
• Professional demeanor and interact positively with fellow crew members, general public and customer representatives.
• Comprehend and read blueprints.
• Properly pull in UG conductors.
• Lead crew in preparation/installation of pad mount transformers & enclosures, in absence of Crew Foreman or with minimal supervision.
• Comprehensive knowledge of operations in terminating UG conductors & secondaries.
• Execute live switching on UG loops.
• Proficient in operation of Digger Derrick, Backhoe, Trencher, Mini-Excavator, Knuckle Crane, etc.
• Proficient in all aspects of heavy lifting and rigging.
• Familiar with induced voltage.
• Proficient in grounding procedures.
• Work in confined spaces.
• Knowledge to properly install, remove and inspect Rubber Goods / Cover Up / PPE.
• Understand how to phase out a line using phasing sticks.
• Understand proper use of phasing sticks.
• Share knowledge with fellow crew members as appropriate.
• Plan safe work based on a job print or work order.
• Understand minimum approach distance.
• Understand flag and tag procedures.
• Perform basic bucket rescue/escape.
• B Lineman:
• Work safely while performing new construction, maintenance or repair work of energized and de-energized conductors.
• Perform rigorous physical labor.
• Learn distribution voltages on a circuit.
• Familiar with induced voltage.
• Learn to understand and read blueprints.
• Assist with inspecting and recognizing structural problems.
• Assist in troubleshooting.
• Function within a Team environment and share knowledge with fellow crew members as appropriate.
• Work alone on de-energized lines.
• Obtain knowledge of wire pulling techniques.
• Assist with installing all types of compression connections.
• Work in confined spaces.
• Properly install and remove PPE and cover up.
• Properly inspect rubber goods, covers and PPE.
• Understand how to tie various lineman knots.
• Make up and use a hand line.
• Understand principles of proper equipment set-up.
• Identify different types of materials used in UG line work.
• Understand minimum approach distance.
• Understand flag and tag procedures.
• Perform basic bucket rescue/escape.
• C Lineman:
• Work safely while performing new construction, maintenance or repair work of de-energized and energized conductors under direct supervision/instruction by a qualified employee.
• Willing/able to maintain active enrollment in SUI apprenticeship program (high school diploma or equivalent is required for program enrollment).
• Maintain company vehicles, equipment and tools in good working order.
• Do all other related work as required to complete the job.
• Perform rigorous physical labor.
• Learn distribution voltages on a circuit.
• Familiar with induced voltage.
• Learn to understand and read blueprints.
• Assist with inspecting and recognizing structural problems.
• Work productively from an aerial device.
• Assist in troubleshooting.
• Function within a Team environment and share knowledge with fellow crew members as appropriate.
• Work alone on de-energized lines.
• Obtain knowledge of wire stringing techniques.
• Learn and understand how to sag wire from structure or bucket.
• Assist with assembly and erect poles to all heights.
• Assist in framing and setting most basic line structures.
• Assist in framing a de-energized pole structure in the air.
• Assist with installing all types of compression connections.
• Work at heights and/or confined spaces.
• Properly install and remove PPE and cover up.
• Properly inspect rubber goods, covers and PPE.
• Be able to climb different types of structures (wood, steel, etc.) and possess the necessary tools to do so.
• Understand how to tie various lineman knots.
• Make up and use a hand line.
• Understand grounding procedures.
• Understand principles of proper equipment set-up.
• Identify different types of materials used in line work.
• Understand minimum approach distance.
• Understand flag and tag procedures.
• Perform basic bucket rescue/escape.
• Equipment Operator:
• Proficient in safe operation of heavy equipment such as backhoes, trenchers, mini-excavators, knuckle cranes, etc.
• Professional demeanor and interact positively with fellow crew members, general public and customer representatives.
• Basic knowledge of proper techniques for pulling in UG utility lines.
• Maintain company vehicles, equipment and tools in good working order.
• Basic understanding of construction blueprints and how to follow under direction.
• Perform rigorous physical labor.
• Proficient in rigging principles.
• Understand the proper use and maintenance of hand tools.
• Receive and follow directions.
• Function within a Team environment and share knowledge with fellow crew members as appropriate.
• Know basic concepts of equipment set up.
• Work in/around confined spaces.
• Know how to make up and use a hand line.
• Understand proper inspection of rubber goods, covers and PPE.
• Groundman:
• Understand, interpret and follow direction from Crew Foreman and senior crew members.
• Comprehend and apply training in Safety, First Aid and job/task specific topics.
• Willing and able to perform rigorous physical labor.
• Apply positive teamwork with fellow crew members.
• Demonstrate a professional appearance & attitude in dealings with co-workers, customers, subcontractors and the general public.
• Assemble materials on the ground and as needed move into work area using safe methods.
• 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.
• May receive training in the operation of vehicles, power equipment, tools and electrical systems.

Skills

• Safety awareness and commitment.
• Physical stamina and strength.
• Technical proficiency in heavy equipment operation.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints.
• Knowledge of OSHA standards.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in various weather conditions and environments.

Benefits

• Competitive wages.
• Paid vacation and holidays.
• Full benefit package including Health, Dental, Vision, Optional Critical Care Insurance, LifeLock Identity Protection and both Company Paid & Supplemental Life Insurance.
• 401k Retirement Savings Plan with a substantial company match.
• Apprenticeship program eligibility after 6 months of employment.

Pay

Competitive wages are offered based on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

Hours vary depending on project needs, but typically involve long days and weekends.