Cable Splicer - Underground (PE)

Pike Corporation • Jackson, MS

23d

About The Position

The Cable Splicer constructs, maintains, and repairs underground electrical systems, including work on energized and de-energized systems. The role may require travel to different job sites, including out-of-state locations, as operational and customer needs dictate. The Cable Splicer reports to the Foreman.

The position requires safe performance of underground power work, including live-line work with approved gloving and hot-stick techniques. The Cable Splicer may lead crew members when the Employee in Charge is absent, conduct safety briefings, and train and mentor apprentices and groundmen. Work takes place outdoors in varying and sometimes extreme weather conditions, at construction sites and around energized equipment.

Requirements

• Three years of recent underground experience.
• Valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL).
• Willingness to travel long distances on short notice and work extended periods at job locations, including out-of-state assignments.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull materials and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Willingness to work outside normal business hours, including weekends, holidays, emergency callouts, and overtime.
• Ability to communicate by talking, listening, and using hand signals.
• Ability to stand, walk, handle objects, operate tools or controls, and reach with hands and arms.

Responsibilities

• Perform new construction, maintenance, and repair of energized and de-energized underground systems, prioritizing safety.
• Lead crew members in the absence of the Employee in Charge and conduct pre-job and tailgate safety briefings.
• Train and mentor apprentices and groundmen.
• Install and repair underground power, conductors, and related hardware.
• Apply knowledge of tagging procedures, grounding, induced voltage, underground services, infrastructure, and duct banks, using appropriate tools and test equipment.
• Work in confined spaces and near energized equipment.
• Operate backhoes, bucket trucks, digger trucks, and mini excavators.
• Perform live-line work using approved gloving and hot-stick techniques.
• Follow safety protocols, including PPE requirements and the use of insulated protective cover to isolate differences of potential.
• Work outages, storms, emergencies, and on-call rotations as required.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Health savings account (HSA) and dependent care and medical flexible spending accounts.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• 401(k) with company match.
• Life insurance and short-term and long-term disability.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Family and medical leave.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed