Groundman - Underground (DUKE ENERGY)

Pike Corporation•Colfax, NC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Underground Groundman is an entry level position focused on the construction, maintenance, and repair of electrical underground distribution systems. This role requires working safely with both energized and de-energized underground systems, including setting pad mount transformers. The Groundman is responsible for maintaining company vehicles, equipment, and tools in good working order. The position demands rigorous physical labor and involves understanding basic rigging, hand lines, lineman knot tying, and the proper use and maintenance of hand tools. Key tasks include assisting with the installation and hook-up of single-phase transformers, performing basic bucket rescue/escape, and understanding equipment setup and grounding. The role also requires the ability to work at heights and/or in confined spaces, comprehend minimum approach distance, and understand excavation and shoring requirements. The Groundman will check voltage on transformers, install and remove services, properly inspect rubber goods and personal protective equipment (PPE), and know when to wear PPE. Climbing various structures (wood, steel, etc.) and working in underground trenches and manholes are also part of the job. The position involves identifying different types of materials used in line work and understanding how and when to use Kellum grips. This role frequently requires working outdoors in inclement weather and a willingness to work with live high voltage distribution lines, performing all other related duties as required.

Requirements

No experience necessary.
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, when required.
Able to work for extended periods in various locations, when required.
Able to lift in excess of 50 lbs.
Able to properly inspect rubber goods and PPE.
Willing to work over-time when requested.
Willing to work outside of the normal work schedule including weekends, holidays, and overtime as required for the position.
Self-Motivated
Team-Oriented
Customer Oriented
Must be able to follow Company safety rules and all other Company policies

Nice To Haves

A Commercial Driver’s License is preferred.

Responsibilities

Work safely while performing new construction, maintenance or repair work of energized and de-energized underground work.
Setting pad mount transformers.
Frequently works around energized high voltage systems requiring skill and care to protect the lives of themselves and others.
Maintains company vehicles, equipment and tools in good working order.
Able to perform rigorous physical labor.
Understand proper use of company radio.
Understand basic rigging, hand lines, and lineman knot tying.
Understand the proper use and maintenance of hand tools.
Capable of receiving and following directions.
Possess a basic knowledge of materials used in line work.
Able to identify primary and secondary voltage on a circuit.
Must be familiar with induced voltage.
Capable of assisting with the installation and hook up of a single phase transformer.
Capable of performing basic bucket rescue/escape.
Understand the basic concepts of equipment set up and grounding.
Capable of working at heights and/or confined spaces.
Understand minimum approach distance.
Understand excavation and shoring requirements.
Capable of checking voltage on transformers.
Capable of installing and removing a service.
Capable of properly inspecting rubber goods and PPE.
Understand when to wear personnel protective equipment.
Must be able to climb different types of structures (wood, steel, etc.) and possess the necessary tools to do so.
Works in underground trenches and manholes.
Understand how and when to use Kellum grips.
Able to identify different types of materials used in line work.
Must be able to work outside, frequently in inclement weather.
Willingness to glove/work live high voltage distribution lines.
Does all other related work as required to complete the job.