Groundhand

Summary

The Groundhand position is an entry-level position in the construction, maintenance, and repair of distribution facilities of all types. This is the first step in learning the skills of a Lineman. Will be learning safety procedures, stocking trucks, and assisting crew members.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Shall not work on any energized lines and/or equipment.
• Provide assistance to the crew in completion of their duties.
• Learn the basic materials and equipment used in line construction.
• Learn about safety procedures and work area protection.
• Maintain cleanliness of the job site and equipment.
• Willingness to learn new skills and abilities by participating in continuing education activities.
• Other duties as assigned by leadership.

Qualifications

• Education & Experience

• General knowledge of electric services is great.

• High school diploma or GED required.

• CDL class A license preferred; must acquire CDL beginners permit within 60 days.

• Complete OSHA 10 hr Safety Training Program within 90 days.

• Ability and desire to learn the necessary skills of a Lineman.

• Ability to read and understand minimum approach distances.

• Commitment to doing quality work while putting safety first.

Core Competencies

Attention to detail, conflict resolution, team building, mentoring and coaching, business acumen, ethical decision-making and leadership, global and cultural awareness, critical and creative thinking, time management, self-control, ability to adapt to constantly changing circumstances while maintaining a professional demeanor and corporate perspective, results oriented.

Working conditions/Physical Requirements/Travel

• Working Conditions

• Work sites are outdoors in potentially extreme weather conditions and confined space.

• All worksite safety instructions are written and spoken in English; must be fluent in English.

• Work includes prolonged and repeated: lifting (including overhead, up to 50lbs); standing; climbing; kneeling; reaching and feeling; crouching and crawling.

• Work is performed within the “red zone” of heavy equipment.

• Working safely requires quick/accurate hand-eye coordination and the ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.

• Requirements

• Pass pre-employment, random, post-accident, and reasonable suspicion drug screens.

• Provide valid US work authorization documents for E-Verify.

• Satisfactory results of pre-employment background check results.

• Valid driver’s license with clean driving record is required.

• Pre-employment medical fit-for-duty test; hold/obtain DOT medical card.

• Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as dictated by position.

• With the health and safety of our employees, customers, and the communities we serve in mind, all candidates who receive an offer of employment will be required to complete a COVID-19 risk assessment; your responses will help us determine an employment start date.

• Travel required. Ability to work on-call, irregular hours, and emergency response.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The employee Is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger; handle; and fee; and reach with hands and arms.

Additional Duties

The above statements are typically assigned to employees in this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of their duties and responsibilities. The Company reserves the right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to the job at any time.

Direct Reports/Reporting Structure

The position has no direct reports. The Groundhand reports to the Foreman.