Equipment Operator - Underground (PE)

Pike Corporation•Dallas, TX

About The Position

The Underground Equipment Operator is an entry-level position in the construction, maintenance, and repair of electrical underground distribution systems. The position works at various locations and may require travel to another state depending on customer demands. Travel to different work locations is required. The operator assists with work on energized and de-energized underground systems, including transformer installation, fuse replacement, fault clearing, and service installation or removal. The work frequently takes place around energized high-voltage systems and requires careful attention to safety, equipment setup and grounding, voltage identification and testing, flag-and-tag procedures, and the proper inspection and use of rubber goods and personal protective equipment. The employee must be able to work at heights and in confined spaces, perform rigorous physical labor, and work outdoors in inclement weather. The employee maintains company vehicles, equipment, and tools; uses company radios, heavy equipment, rigging, and hand tools; follows directions and company safety policies; and performs other related duties as needed. This position involves frequent exposure to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts, vibration, variable construction-site conditions, and loud noise.

Requirements

Minimum of 5 years of recent field experience.
Willingness to travel to different work locations, including long-distance travel on short notice and extended periods away at various locations when required.
Able to read and communicate effectively in English.
Able to obtain a Commercial Driver’s License permit within 60 days of employment.
Able to lift more than 50 pounds.
Able to properly inspect rubber goods and PPE.
Willing to work overtime when requested, including outside the normal schedule, on weekends, and on holidays as required.
Able to perform rigorous physical labor and work outdoors in inclement weather.
Able to work at heights and/or in confined spaces.
Able to follow company safety rules and other company policies.

Nice To Haves

A Commercial Driver’s License is preferred.

Responsibilities

Work safely while performing new construction, maintenance, or repair work on energized and de-energized underground systems.
Assist with installing underground transformers and replacing transformer fuses; help clear faulted circuits and systems.
Assist with installation and hookup of single-phase transformers.
Install and remove services and check voltage on transformers.
Identify primary and secondary voltage on a circuit and be familiar with induced voltage and minimum approach distance.
Understand equipment setup and grounding, flag-and-tag procedures, and the proper use of Kellum grips.
Inspect rubber goods and personal protective equipment (PPE), and understand when PPE must be worn.
Maintain company vehicles, equipment, and tools in good working order.
Use company radios, heavy equipment, rigging, and hand tools appropriately.
Follow directions and learn and identify materials used in the work.
Perform rigorous physical labor, including work at heights and in confined spaces.
Work outdoors, including in inclement weather, and be willing to glove or work live high-voltage distribution lines.
Perform other related work as required to complete the job and meet organizational needs.