Power Corporation of America-posted 9 months ago
Lancaster, KY
251-500 employees
Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction

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.

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