Cable Splicer - Underground (Walton EMC)

Pike•Monroe, GA

3h•Onsite

About The Position

The Underground Cable Splicer is a skilled position in the construction, maintenance, and repair of electrical underground distribution systems. This role involves working safely on energized and de-energized underground systems, potentially leading crews in the absence of a Foreman, and conducting pre-job briefings. The position requires a working knowledge of all aspects of underground distribution, including frequent work with energized high voltage systems, operation of a backhoe, and safe operation/maintenance of company equipment. Key responsibilities include identifying primary and secondary voltage, switching and splicing, understanding induced voltage, using tools for cable termination, understanding grounding procedures, obtaining a one-shot on a recloser, working in confined spaces with an understanding of the requirements, properly installing and removing PPE and cover-up, understanding underground services, infrastructure, and duct banks, knowledge of underground switching procedures, phasing out a line using phasing sticks, planning safe work based on job prints or work orders, promoting safety, and inspecting rubber goods and PPE. The role also involves inspecting the work of crew members and performing other related duties as required.

Requirements

1-3 years of experience.
Read and communicate effectively in English.
Able to perform rigorous physical labor.
Able to travel long distances on short notice, when required.
Understands flag and tag procedures.
Possesses a CDL or able to obtain one within 60 days of employment.
Demonstrates safe driving techniques.
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.
Able to use hand tools on a continuous basis.
Capable of being exposed to dirt and power on a daily basis.
Knowledge in identifying underground utility locates.
Possesses knowledge of tools for terminating cable.
Capable of terminating different sizes of cable.
Knowledge in troubleshooting underground circuits.
Able to identify unforeseen obstacles that would hinder safety or production.
Able to work for extended periods in various locations, when required.
Willing to work outside of the normal work schedule including weekends, holidays, and overtime as required for the position.

Nice To Haves

Self-Motivated
Team-Oriented
Customer Oriented
Must be able to follow Company safety rules and all other Company policies.

Responsibilities

Work safely while performing new construction, maintenance or repair work of energized and de-energized underground work.
Lead crew and represent the Company in absence of the Foreman.
Effectively conduct pre-job briefings.
Possess a working knowledge of all aspects of underground distribution.
Frequently works with energized high voltage systems requiring skill and care to protect the lives of themselves and others.
Capable of operating a backhoe.
Capable of safely operating and maintaining company equipment.
Able to identify primary and secondary voltage.
Must be able to switch & splice.
Must be familiar with induced voltage.
Possesses knowledge of tools for terminating cable.
Understands grounding procedures.
Understands how to obtain a one shot on a recloser.
Capable of working in confined spaces.
Understands confined space requirements.
Capable of properly installing and removing PPE and cover up.
Understands underground services, infrastructure and duct banks.
Possesses knowledge of underground switching procedures.
Understands how to phase out a line using phasing sticks.
Capable of planning safe work based on a job print or work order.
Promote safety at all times.
Able to properly inspect rubber goods and PPE.
Inspects the work of crew members.
Performs all other related work as required to complete the job.