Aerial Groundman Laborer
About The Position
Peak Utility Infrastructure is an integrated engineering and construction company that serves the Electric, Natural Gas, and Telecommunications industries. We provide a full suite of engineering, construction, operations, and maintenance services, including repair, replacement, maintenance, and installation of natural gas, telecommunications, and electric infrastructure through our operating subsidiaries: SiteWise, Kelly Cable, Riley Brothers, and Superior Pipeline Services. Position Title: Aerial Groundman Laborer Pay range: $18-$21/hr, DOE Our Core Values: Guided by Safety. Focused on Communities. Powered by Care. Essential Functions: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. The Aerial Groundman Laborer I will be responsible for assisting with the installation, construction, maintenance, and repair of overhead and underground power distribution lines. This position assists the Journeyman Lineman on performing work on energized and non-energized lines while operating man lift equipment, bucket trucks, or other specialized equipment.
Requirements
- High School diploma or GED required
- Experience in a laboring position in the telecommunications field
- An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted on a year-to-year basis
- Possession of a valid State of Residence Driver's License is required.
- Candidates must pass criminal and Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) background checks and pass a pre-employment drug screen.
- A strong belief in ZERO- Being Safe 100% of the time is the expectation.
- Alignment with company mission, vision, and values.
- Strong team player with the ability to adapt to diverse team members.
- Ability to perform in a fast-paced work environment.
- Ability to perform heavy manual labor for extended periods, often under adverse climatic conditions.
- Ability to lift up to 80 lbs multiple times during a work shift.
- Ability to climb, dig, work in tight spaces, on uneven surfaces, walking, stooping, and kneeling.
- Ability to understand and follow specific oral and written instructions.
- Willingness and ability to learn additional skills.
Nice To Haves
- CDL A is a plus
- Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus
Responsibilities
- Assists with construction, installation, maintenance and replacement of poles, anchors, crossarms, pins, cut-outs, and other overhead pole components
- Assists in the installation, maintenance and replacement of transformers, reclosers, capacitors, regulators, step-downs and other overhead pole equipment
- Assists to inspect lines, poles and equipment for signs of damage or wear
- Assists Journeyman Lineman carry poles, dig holes, frame and guy poles to perform other operations involved in the setting or replacing of poles
- Assists Journeyman Lineman troubleshoot electrical problems and perform emergency repairs on distribution circuits
- Assists Journeyman Lineman set up and operate wire tensioners, rope rigs, and other wire stringing equipment
- Stringing and sagging conductor
- Responsible for efficient and proper use of all tools, materials, and equipment
- Assists Journeyman Lineman inspect, and maintain bucket trucks, digger derricks, excavation equipment, and other equipment
- Ability to interpret site plans, construction drawings, schedules, and scopes of work
- Performs other duties as assigned
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
51-100 employees
