Groundman - Underground (Duke) - Orlando, FL

Military Spouse Corporate Career Network • Orlando, FL

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Groundman assists a team in building, repairing, and maintaining underground electrical distribution systems as an entry step in construction and maintenance of the power grid. The position performs new construction and maintenance and repair work on underground distribution systems, with safety as a priority. The Groundman reports to the Foreman.

The work is performed outdoors at construction job sites and involves operating and maintaining excavation equipment, installing and repairing underground facilities, conductors, and related hardware, and completing rigorous physical labor. The role requires following safety protocols, using and inspecting personal protective equipment and rubber goods, and working in a range of weather and site conditions. The Groundman may work outages, storms, emergencies, and on-call rotations, and may travel for extended or out-of-state assignments.

Requirements

• Have a valid driver's license.
• 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 stand and walk frequently; handle objects and operate tools or controls with hands and fingers; and reach with hands and arms.

Responsibilities

• Perform new construction, maintenance, and repair of underground distribution systems while prioritizing safety.
• Help install and repair underground facilities, underground conductors, and related hardware.
• Maintain excavation equipment, including backhoes, trenchers, excavators, and pulling equipment.
• Follow safety protocols, including using PPE and insulated protective cover to isolate differences of potential.
• Inspect rubber goods and personal protective equipment and understand when PPE must be worn.
• Perform rigorous physical labor.
• Work outages, storms, and emergencies, including on-call rotation.
• Communicate by talking, listening, and using hand signals.

What This Job Offers

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