Substation Equipment Operator (GTC)

Pike • Monroe, GA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Substation Equipment Operator is an entry level, non-exempt position focused on the construction, maintenance, and/or repair of electric substation systems. This role involves working with various construction equipment specific to the trade. Travel to Florida and other states is required, with approximately 90% travel expected. The company, Pike Electric, LLC, is a leading provider of construction, repair, and engineering services for electric and gas utilities, as well as telecommunications companies, with a growing portfolio of turnkey renewable projects. Pike emphasizes a strong culture of safety, collaboration, innovation, and exceptional customer service, viewing its employees as essential to ensuring infrastructure systems are operational.

Requirements

• Able to perform rigorous physical labor.
• Able to read and understand simple blueprints, maps, and diagrams.
• Able to identify energized high and low voltage lines.
• Basic knowledge in electricity.
• Knowledge of safety hazards inherent in working in close proximity to energized high and low voltage lines and equipment.
• Knowledge of the Motor Vehicle Code as it relates to the operation of heavy equipment in the state the job is located.
• Must supply own personal hand tools required by the company for this work.
• Must supply own safety toed work boots.
• Must be capable of lifting in excess of 50 lbs.
• Capable of receiving and following directions.
• Must possess or be capable of obtaining a Commercial Drivers’ License.
• Capable of working at heights and/or confined spaces.
• Understands minimum approach distance.
• Capable of checking voltage.
• Willing to work over-time or long hours during emergency conditions and/or when requested. Schedules can change frequently and with short notice.
• Capable of following Company safety rules and policies.
• Willing to work outside of the normal work schedule including weekends, holidays, and overtime as required for the position.

Nice To Haves

• Emphasis on Safety
• Self-Motivated
• Team-Oriented
• Customer Oriented
• Trust worthy
• Commitment
• Professionalism through unwavering Reliability and Punctuality
• Good appearance and attitudes
• High Productivity work ethics
• Interpersonal and communication skills
• Receptive to constructive instruction/coaching

Responsibilities

• Work safely while performing construction, maintenance and/or repair work of electric substation systems.
• Assist in the transporting, installation, and/or removal of substation structures, equipment, and hardware, electrical conductors, wire, and cable.
• Operate various types of heavy equipment including bucket, derrick and boom trucks, backhoes, excavators, skid steer loaders, articulating man-lifts, pressure diggers, trenchers, track crawler loader/backhoes, and rough terrain telescopic forklifts.
• Read and interpret profile, blueprints, maps, or other written instructions for completion of assigned tasks.
• Perform all other related work required to complete the job.
• Maintain company vehicles in good working condition.

What This Job Offers

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