About the position
Sumter Utilities, Inc. (a Quanta Services company) seeks entire Overhead Crews (Foreman/A Lineman/B Lineman/C Lineman/Operator/Groundman). Successful candidates will possess existing experience working together as a construction crew. Preference may also be given to candidates who are able to bring along additional qualified candidates to form entire work crews. SAFETY IS A CORE VALUE FOR OUR COMPANY so substantial weight will be given in the selection process to candidates demonstrating their shared commitment to safe operations. We offer competitive wages, paid vacation and holidays, a full benefit package including Health, Dental, Vision, Optional Critical Care Insurance, LifeLock Identity Protection and both Company Paid & Supplemental Life Insurance as well. Benefits are available the 1st day of the next month following hire date. We also offer a 401k Retirement Savings Plan with a substantial company match. After 6 months of employment, employees are eligible to apply for entry into SUI's DOL Certified 4-Year Apprenticeship Program. (Must have a HS Diploma or equivalent and CDL.) Possession of a valid Class A CDL is HIGHLY PREFERRED. Those hired without a CDL may be required to obtain within 90 days of employment. Sumter Utilities Inc. is an Equal Opportunity - Drug & Alcohol Free Workplace Employer.
Responsibilities
- Able/willing to travel long distances on short notice, when required.
- Able/willing to work for extended periods in various locations, when required.
- Able/willing to work Overtime, when required.
- Have total commitment to safety and compliance.
- Provide direct supervision & technical guidance to Linemen, Apprentices and Groundmen performing maintenance & construction on all electrical distribution and associated equipment projects.
- Responsible for coordinating essential personnel on-site for the project to include crew mobilization.
- Communicate, demonstrate and enforce safety requirements and best practices.
- Possess comfort level with using new technologies (mobile devices/apps) and/or show willingness to learn.
- Manage supplies, materials and equipment.
- Assist with planning, directing and budget activities concerned with the construction of a pole line and other electrical material and equipment used for distribution line construction projects.
- Read and interpret site plans, construction drawings, and scopes of work.
- Communicate directly with General Foremen, Superintendents, Construction Managers, Project Managers, Line Crews and other project personnel as required.
- Understand and follow detailed construction schedules.
- Possess High School Diploma or Equivalency.
- Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, blueprints and scopes of work.
- Able to coordinate & collaborate effectively with multiple levels within company.
- Willing to travel and work away from home.
- Experience with digger derricks, bucket trucks, trenchers, and groundwork with utility crews is required.
- Ability to work at heights up to and above 60 feet preferred.
- Must be able to communicate effectively, demonstrate & encourage teamwork skills and able to understand, comprehend, and follow directions in the workplace.
- Must have a quality work ethic and be committed to optimal Customer Service.
Requirements
- Possession of a valid Class A CDL is HIGHLY PREFERRED.
- Must have a High School Diploma or equivalent.
- Ability to perform rigorous physical labor.
- Must be familiar with induced voltage.
- Capable of learning to understand and read blueprints.
- Capable of working at heights and/or confined spaces.
- Must be able to climb different types of structures (wood, steel, etc.) and possess the necessary tools to do so.
- Must be able to effectively lead a Job Task Safety Analysis meeting or tailgate briefing.
Nice-to-haves
- Experience with digger derricks, bucket trucks, trenchers, and groundwork with utility crews.
- Possession of a valid Class A CDL.
- Experience in a team environment and sharing knowledge with fellow crew members.
Benefits
- Competitive wages
- Paid vacation and holidays
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Optional Critical Care Insurance
- LifeLock Identity Protection
- Company Paid & Supplemental Life Insurance
- 401k Retirement Savings Plan with a substantial company match
