Groundman

Wabash Valley Power Alliance • Avon, IN

8h

About The Position

Hendricks Power Cooperative is now accepting applications for the position of Groundman on our Operations Line Crew. Join us and help provide safe, reliable energy to over 40,000 members across portions of Hendricks, Morgan, Montgomery and Putnam counties.
We’re a growing, member-owned rural electric cooperative located just west of Indianapolis in Avon, Indiana. As a progressive utility committed to innovation, member satisfaction and employee development, we continuously invest in preventive maintenance, equipment and infrastructure upgrades, advanced technology and training.
Position Summary
The Groundman assists linemen in the construction, replacement, and maintenance of the electric distribution lines, structures, and equipment. Responsibilities include digging holes for utility poles, flagging traffic, framing poles, identifying materials, tools and equipment needed for assigned jobs, and loading/unloading materials and equipment. This is a bargaining unit position.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED.
• Valid Indiana Driver’s License.
• Class “A” Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) or the ability to obtain one within 180 days.
• Physical ability to perform work outdoors in all weather, dig holes for utility poles, lift up to 100lbs, flag traffic, walk on varied terrain, and clear rights-of-way.
• Ability to read and follow cooperative maps, safety manuals, work orders, staking sheets and other documentation related to work being performed.
• Demonstrate initiative, sound judgement and teamwork.
• Must meet residency requirements within one year of hire.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to operate commercial vehicles and other line equipment.
• Subject to random drug and alcohol testing per FMCSA regulations and Cooperative policies.

Nice To Haves

• Experience operating digger derrick trucks, bucket trucks, chain saws, and other construction/maintenance equipment preferred.
• Proficiency with computers and related technology.
• First aid and CPR certification or the ability to obtain.

Responsibilities

• assists linemen in the construction, replacement, and maintenance of the electric distribution lines, structures, and equipment
• digging holes for utility poles
• flagging traffic
• framing poles
• identifying materials, tools and equipment needed for assigned jobs
• loading/unloading materials and equipment

Benefits

• medical, dental and vision insurance
• disability and life insurance
• pension and 401(k)
• continuing education
• paid time off

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED