Pike Corporation
Pike Corporation provides infrastructure solutions across various sectors, focusing on utility services.
Groundman - Underground (Sawnee EMC)
Entry-level underground electrical construction, maintenance, and repair
Job Highlights
About the Role
The Underground Groundman is an entry‑level position focused on the construction, maintenance, and repair of electrical underground distribution systems. The role works at various locations and may require travel to another state based on customer demands. • Perform new construction, maintenance, and repair of energized and de‑energized underground work safely. • Set pad‑mount transformers and assist with single‑phase transformer installation and hook‑up. • Work around energized high‑voltage systems, observing minimum approach distances and safety protocols. • Maintain company vehicles, equipment, tools, and personal protective equipment (PPE). • Apply basic rigging, hand lines, and lineman knot tying; use Kellum grips correctly. • Identify primary, secondary, and induced voltages on circuits; check voltage on transformers. • Perform bucket rescue/escape procedures and work at heights or in confined spaces. • Execute equipment set‑up, grounding, excavation, and shoring requirements. • Climb various structures (wood, steel, etc.) and work in underground trenches and manholes. • Operate company radio and follow directions from supervisors. • Travel long distances on short notice and work overtime, weekends, or holidays as required. • Follow all company safety rules, policies, and competency standards (self‑motivated, team‑oriented, customer‑oriented).
Key Responsibilities
- ▸underground construction
- ▸transformer installation
- ▸voltage identification
- ▸grounding setup
- ▸rigging & knotting
- ▸safety compliance
What You Bring
• Lift over 50 lb and perform rigorous physical labor in all weather conditions. • Obtain a Commercial Driver’s License permit within 60 days of hire; CDL is preferred. • Read and communicate effectively in English.
Requirements
- ▸heavy lifting
- ▸cdl
- ▸english
Benefits
Pike emphasizes a family‑oriented workplace with a strong culture of safety, collaboration, innovation, and exceptional customer service. Each employee plays a critical role in keeping infrastructure systems operational when people and businesses depend on them, and the company offers an approved apprenticeship program with GI Bill benefits for eligible veterans.
Work Environment
Field