Truck Driver - Transmission (GP)

Pike Corporation • Dalton, GA

3d

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 depending on customer demands. Work includes energized and de-energized transmission systems and requires attention to safety when working around high voltage.

Requirements

• Be able to perform rigorous physical labor and lift more than 50 pounds.
• Possess a valid Commercial Driver’s License.
• Understand proper use of the company radio and operation of heavy equipment.
• Understand basic rigging, hand lines, lineman knot tying, and the proper use and maintenance of hand tools.
• Be capable of receiving and following directions and learning the materials used in line work.
• Possess basic knowledge of materials used in line work and be able to identify different types of those materials.
• 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 equipment setup and grounding, minimum approach distance, and flag and tag procedures.
• Be capable of working at heights and/or in confined spaces.
• Be capable of installing and removing a service.
• Be capable of properly inspecting rubber goods and personal protective equipment, and understand when to wear protective equipment.
• Be capable of making up and using a hand line and understand how and when to use Kellum grips.
• 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 self-motivated, team-oriented, and customer-oriented.
• Follow company safety rules and all other company policies.

Responsibilities

• Work safely on new construction, maintenance, and 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 personal and public safety.
• Maintain company vehicles, equipment, and tools in good working order.
• Perform other related work as required to complete the job.

What This Job Offers

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