Groundman - Underground (PE)

Pike Corporation•Johnson City, WA

About The Position

The Groundman assists a team in building, repairing, and maintaining underground electrical distribution systems. This is an entry point to a career in construction and maintenance of the power grid. The role reports to the Foreman and involves outdoor work at construction job sites in a range of weather conditions, including extreme heat, cold, rain, wind, and storms. The position requires rigorous physical labor, travel to job locations—including out-of-state assignments—and availability for outages, emergencies, callouts, and an on-call rotation. The Groundman performs construction, maintenance, and repair work on underground distribution systems and related facilities. The role also involves maintaining excavation and pulling equipment, following safety protocols, using and inspecting personal protective equipment (PPE) and rubber goods, and communicating with coworkers by talking, listening, and using hand signals.

Requirements

Have 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.

Responsibilities

Construct, maintain, and repair underground distribution systems while prioritizing safety.
Assist with installation and repair of underground facilities, conductors, and related hardware.
Maintain backhoes, trenchers, excavators, and pulling equipment.
Follow safety protocols, including PPE requirements and use of insulated protective cover to isolate differences of potential.
Inspect rubber goods and PPE, and understand when PPE must be worn.
Perform physical labor and communicate by talking, listening, and using hand signals.