Street Light Crew Leader

AUI Power•Capitol Heights, MD

About The Position

For more than 20 years, AUI Power has been a trusted leader in the utility industry, built on a foundation of safety, accountability, and teamwork. We foster a high-performance, team-first culture where employees are empowered to take ownership, collaborate, and innovate. Guided by our core values— Team First, Customer Focus, and Own It —you’ll have a leadership team that brings firsthand field experience and a strong commitment to operational excellence and safety while simultaneously investing in our people by supporting both personal and professional growth. Our employees are dependable, driven, and inspired, and together we build powerful partnerships that set a higher standard for our industry.

Requirements

Must be experience with electrical standards, practices, and procedures
Competent in job walk down including Miss Utility requirements
Provide technical assistance to the crews and train proper techniques
Ability to work at various heights
Safe and efficient operation of a bucket truck
Strong work ethics, displaying initiative, adaptability, and integrity
Work 40+ hours per week to include during inclement weather, holidays, and/or weekends as needed
Willing to work overtime, travel long distances on short notice for storm and/or emergency events as needed
Must be able to lift 100 lbs. on a regular basis
Must be able to push, pull, bend, stoop, and kneel on a regular basis
Must have a current, valid driver's license with the ability to obtain a Class A CDL within 6 months
Must successfully complete a criminal background check and drug screen

Nice To Haves

Previous Street Light repair and maintenance experience preferred

Responsibilities

Climb utility poles safely and efficiently
Excavate trenches and holes for cable and pull box installation
Work safely around energized equipment and hazardous conditions
Perform lighting maintenance, including bulb replacement and troubleshooting
Establish work zones with proper traffic control measures
Assist with ground-level material assembly and preparation
Perform work at heights with efficiency and precision
Operate a variety of hand and power tools as required
Utilize meters and testing equipment on systems up to 600 volts
Manage work schedules, personnel, material quantities, equipment utilization
Responsible for job preview and planning
Daily oversight of five to ten 2-person crews
Coach and mentor staff toward their personal development
Establish and maintain positive, professional relations with customers, owner representatives, and job site inspectors
Comply with OSHA, DOT regulations and ensure crew members wear all personal protective equipment
Conduct and/or contribute and participate in safety meetings and ensure daily safety talks are held with crew(s)
Ensure timely and accurate submission of required paperwork (i.e., line-up, performance reviews, time sheets, quantity reports, material tickets, and other field reports)

Benefits

Excellent healthcare options: Medical, vision, prescriptions, employee assistance program, and more!
Free dental and additional Health Incentive discounts available
Financial Security: Competitive 401(k) with 4% company match that is 100% vested upon deposit
Overtime Pay
Family Focus & Balance: Paid vacation, paid sick time, paid bereavement leave (as applicable), and more!
Employer Sponsored Education & Training: We can help you obtain a CDL!
Tuition Reimbursement: Continuing education to help advance your career
FR Clothing provided to you at no cost
Real-world experience through our Hands-On Training Facility
Wellness: On-site fitness center
Other Incentives: Employee Referral Bonus, hotel & per diem pay (when applicable) and tool assistance