Groundman - Underground - High Point, NC

VetJobs•High Point, NC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Groundman is an entry point into construction and maintenance of the power grid. The role assists a team in building, repairing, and maintaining underground electrical distribution systems and reports to the Foreman. Work includes outdoor job sites and may involve travel, emergency response, and physically demanding labor.

Requirements

Valid driver's license.
Ability to obtain a CDL within 60 days.
Willingness to travel long distances on short notice and work extended periods at job locations, including out-of-state assignments.
Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull materials and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
Willingness to work outside normal business hours, including weekends, holidays, emergency callouts, and overtime.
Ability to communicate by talking, listening, and using hand signals.
Ability to stand, walk, handle objects, operate tools or controls, and reach with hands and arms.

Responsibilities

Perform new construction, maintenance, and repair of underground distribution systems while prioritizing safety.
Assist with installing and repairing underground facilities, conductors, and related hardware.
Maintain excavation equipment, including backhoes, trenchers, excavators, and pulling equipment.
Follow safety protocols, use appropriate PPE, and understand insulated protective cover used to isolate differences of potential.
Inspect rubber goods and personal protective equipment.
Work outdoors in varying and extreme weather conditions.
Be available for outages, storms, emergencies, and on-call rotation.
Perform rigorous physical labor.