Groundman - Underground (KUB) - Knoxville, TN

VetJobs • Knoxville, TN

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The Groundman is an entry point to a career in the construction and maintenance of the nation's power grid. The role assists a team with building, repairing, and maintaining underground electrical distribution systems and reports to the Foreman. Work takes place outdoors at construction job sites and may include extended assignments, including out of state. The position requires physical labor and work in varying and sometimes extreme weather conditions.

Requirements

• Hold a valid driver's license and be able to obtain a CDL within 60 days.
• Be willing to travel long distances on short notice.
• Be able to lift, carry, push, or pull materials and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Be able to work for extended periods at job locations, including out-of-state assignments.
• Be willing to work outside normal business hours, including weekends, holidays, emergency callouts, and overtime.
• Be able to talk, listen, and use hand signals to communicate.
• Be able to stand, walk, handle objects, operate tools or controls, and reach with hands and arms.

Responsibilities

• Perform new construction and maintain and repair underground distribution systems, prioritizing safety.
• Help install and repair underground facilities, conductors, and related hardware.
• Maintain excavation equipment, including backhoes, trenchers, excavators, and pulling equipment.
• Work outages, storms, and emergencies, including participation in an on-call rotation.
• Follow safety protocols, use PPE, and understand insulated protective cover used to isolate differences of potential.
• Inspect rubber goods and personal protective equipment.
• Understand when personal protective equipment must be worn.
• Perform rigorous physical labor.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed