Truck Driver - Transmission (GTC)

Pike Corporation • Gray, GA

11h

About The Position

The Truck Driver - Transmission is an entry-level position supporting the construction, maintenance, and repair of electrical transmission systems. The role works at various locations and may require travel to another state based on customer demands. The employee performs work on energized and de-energized transmission systems, including stringing overhead wire, setting poles and anchors, and assisting with the installation and maintenance of transmission equipment. The position frequently involves energized high-voltage systems and requires care to protect the employee and others. The employee also maintains company vehicles, equipment, and tools and performs other related duties as needed.

Requirements

• Have a valid Commercial Driver’s License.
• Be able to perform rigorous physical labor and lift more than 50 pounds.
• Understand proper company radio use and heavy equipment operation.
• Understand basic rigging, hand lines, lineman knot tying, and proper use and maintenance of hand tools.
• Be capable of receiving and following directions and learning or demonstrating basic knowledge of materials used in line work.
• Be able to identify primary and secondary voltage on a circuit and be familiar with induced voltage.
• Be capable of assisting with installation and hookup of a single-phase transformer and checking voltage on transformers.
• Be capable of performing basic bucket rescue and escape.
• Understand basic equipment setup and grounding, minimum approach distance, flag and tag procedures, and when to wear personal protective equipment.
• Be capable of working at heights and/or in confined spaces.
• Be capable of installing and removing a service, inspecting rubber goods and personal protective equipment, and making up and using a hand line.
• Understand how and when to use Kellum grips and be able to identify different types of materials used in line work.
• Be able to travel long distances on short notice and work for extended periods in various locations when required.
• Be able to work outdoors, frequently in inclement weather.
• Be willing to work overtime when requested.
• Be self-motivated, team-oriented, and customer-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Work safely on new construction, maintenance, or repair of energized and de-energized transmission 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.
• Work carefully around energized high-voltage systems to protect self and others.
• Maintain company vehicles, equipment, and tools in good working order.
• Perform other related work as required to complete the job and meet the organization’s ongoing needs.
• Follow company safety rules and other company policies.

What This Job Offers

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