Equipment Operator - Underground (AP)

Pike Corporation•Tuscaloosa, AL

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. The employee performs work on energized and de-energized underground systems, often around energized high-voltage systems, and must follow safety procedures to protect themselves and others. The work takes place outdoors, including in inclement weather and at construction sites with potentially loud noise, airborne particles, moving mechanical parts, vibration, and extreme conditions. The employee assists with underground transformer installation, transformer fuse replacement, fault clearing, service installation and removal, and related work. Duties also include operating and maintaining company vehicles, equipment, and tools; following directions; and handling materials and equipment safely. The employee may work at heights or in confined spaces and must be willing to glove or work live high-voltage distribution lines. This job description is not all-inclusive, and the employee may perform other related duties as needed.

Requirements

At least 5 years of recent field experience.
Able to read and communicate effectively in English.
Able to obtain a Commercial Driver’s License permit within 60 days of employment.
Able to travel long distances on short notice and work for extended periods in various locations when required.
Able to lift more than 50 pounds.
Able to work outdoors, including in inclement weather, and at heights or in confined spaces.
Willing to glove or work live high-voltage distribution lines.
Willing to work overtime and outside the normal schedule, including weekends and holidays, as required.
Able to follow directions and learn or apply basic knowledge of materials used.
Able to properly inspect rubber goods and PPE.
Self-motivated, team-oriented, and customer-oriented.

Nice To Haves

A Commercial Driver’s License is preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform new construction, maintenance, and repair work on energized and de-energized underground systems while working safely.
Assist with installing underground transformers and hooking up single-phase transformers.
Assist with replacing transformer fuses and clearing faulted circuits and systems.
Maintain company vehicles, equipment, and tools in good working order.
Use company radios, heavy equipment, hand tools, rigging, and materials appropriately.
Identify primary and secondary voltage on a circuit and check voltage on transformers.
Set up and ground equipment; follow minimum approach distances and flag-and-tag procedures.
Install and remove services and use Kellum grips when appropriate.
Inspect rubber goods and personal protective equipment (PPE), and use PPE when required.
Perform rigorous physical labor and other related work as needed to complete the job.
Follow Company safety rules and all other Company policies.