Heavy Equipment Operator - Transmission (Oncor)

Pike Corporation•Odessa, TX

About The Position

The Heavy Equipment Operator is an entry-level position supporting the construction, maintenance, and repair of electrical transmission systems. The position works at various locations and may require travel to another state based on customer demands. The role involves work on energized and de-energized overhead systems, including stringing wire, setting poles and anchors, and assisting with the installation and maintenance of transmission equipment. It requires frequent work around energized high-voltage systems, outdoor work in inclement weather, and the ability to perform rigorous physical labor. Employees must follow company safety rules and policies and may perform other related duties as needed.

Requirements

At least 2 years of experience.
Able to read and communicate effectively in English.
Able to obtain a Commercial Driver’s License permit within 60 days of employment.
Able to travel long distances on short notice and work for extended periods in various locations when required.
Able to lift more than 50 pounds.
Able to inspect rubber goods and PPE properly.
Willing to work overtime and outside the normal work schedule, including weekends and holidays, as required.
Able to perform rigorous physical labor and work outdoors, at heights, and in confined spaces.
Able to receive and follow directions and follow company safety rules and policies.
Willing to glove or work on high-voltage transmission lines.

Nice To Haves

A Commercial Driver’s License is preferred.

Responsibilities

Work safely on new construction, maintenance, and repair of energized and de-energized overhead systems.
String overhead wire and set poles and anchors.
Assist with installing transformers, lightning arrestors, cutouts, crossarms, insulators, switches, and switchgear.
Assist with replacing transformer fuses and clearing faulted circuits and systems.
Maintain company vehicles, equipment, and tools in good working order.
Use company radios, heavy equipment, hand tools, rigging, hand lines, and lineman knots appropriately.
Assist with installing and hooking up single-phase transformers; perform basic bucket rescue or escape; and help set up and ground equipment.
Work at heights and in confined spaces, observe minimum approach distances, check transformer voltage, and follow flag and tag procedures.
Install and remove services, inspect rubber goods and personal protective equipment, use PPE as required, make up and use hand lines, and use Kellum grips when appropriate.
Identify primary and secondary voltage and materials used in line work, and work safely around induced voltage.
Travel and work at various locations, including outside in inclement weather, as required.
Perform other related work necessary to complete the job.