CDL Operator

Power Corporation of America • Lancaster, KY

340d

About The Position

A Equipment Operator is essential to the completion of new construction, maintenance & repair of overhead electrical transmission, distribution & substation projects. This position works in various locations/requires travel to other states depending on customer needs. Ground hand work that consists of rigorous physical labor will be expected.

Requirements

• 1-3 years Heavy Equipment Operating experience
• Valid Class A-CDL is required
• Able to lift 50 lbs.
• Able to work overtime frequently & travel long distances.
• Able to read/write & communicate effectively.
• Must have acceptable MVR/background.
• Must pass a pre-employment drug screen & adhere to Company drug policy throughout employment.
• Capable of taking & following directions.
• Capable of participating in a pre-job or tailgate briefing effectively.
• Work as a team member.
• Meet E-Verification requirements.

Responsibilities

• Work safely & understands work zones are new construction, maintenance, or repairs to energized & de-energized work.
• Capable of receiving and following directions.
• Has working knowledge of all areas of line work.
• Proficient in the safe operation of heavy equipment & vehicles such as bucket/line trucks, cranes, digger derricks, tractor trailers, etc.
• Capable of assisting with the installation and hook up of a single-phase transformer.
• Can identify primary & secondary voltage on a circuit.
• Must be familiar with induced voltage.
• Has basic knowledge of rigging principles.
• Assists with installing transformers, lightening arrestors, cutouts, cross-arms, insulators, switches & switchgear.
• Understands proper techniques for stringing overhead wire.
• Has basic understanding on proper technique for setting poles & anchors.
• Can perform basic bucket rescue.
• Ability to work with energized high voltage systems requiring skill & care.
• Able to identify necessary materials used in line work.
• Must understand minimum approach distances, excavation & shoring requirements, flag & tag procedures, and proper use & care of hand tools.
• Maintains company vehicles/equipment/tools in good working order.
• Completes all required safety training, & know/understand DOT and OSHA standard.
• Ability to function well in a high-paced & at times stressful environment.
• Does all other related work as required to complete the job in its entirety.

Benefits

• Equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment.
• Prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type.

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees