Overview

Who We Are:

Viking Utility Inc. is an electrical contractor company with a specialized concentration in underground electrical utilities. Viking provides a range of benefits to its customers by being licensed and certified in areas to manage solutions from installation of conduit to high voltage segments.

Our mission is to provide our employees with a safe and helpful working environment, where every employee individually and collectively, can dedicate themselves to providing our customers with exceptional workmanship, extraordinary service attention to detail, positive attitudes, and professional integrity. Our commitment to this mission will facilitate the longevity of the Viking team.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities

• Provide on-the-job training and/or mentoring to apprentices, helpers, and laborers you are working with. • Understand and perform switching procedures to isolate and insulate underground power lines. • Splice and terminate underground power lines following proper procedures, cable pull, underground pad mount, locate faults, excavation and set splice boxes. • Set and work on underground transformers and other devices. • Properly phase and mark or tag underground equipment. • Function as a senior hands-on employee working on or around energized lines. • Ability to read and understand plans and specifications Visualize two dimensional drawings in three dimensions • Regarding the portion of the work assigned, develop a complete understanding of contract plans and specifications and plan, lay-out, diagram, and install equipment.• Troubleshooting and repairing electrical issues.• Closing out jobs safely and efficiently.• All time sheet jobs are electronic, ability to use an iPad is preferred.• Keeping inventory of truck.• Technical understanding.• Ability to operate equipment.• Report all accidents and near misses to supervisor; participate in investigation process as needed. • Participate in all pre-job work planning and safety discussions Identify safety hazards you or other employees may be subject to and take all necessary corrective action to eliminate and/or mitigate hazards. • Produce quality work, meeting requirements of plans, specifications, and industry standards. • Use effective verbal and written communication skills.

Qualifications

• Journeyman/Lineman License.

• High school diploma or GED (preferred). 

• Relevant trade school or able to demonstrate hands-on job experience.

• At least two (4) years of related experience. 

• Pre-employment criminal background and drug screen required.

• A valid driver's license. CDL license preferred.
• Must be able to lift, push or pull at least 50 lbs. regularly, repeated bending, climbing, kneeling, lifting, and moving materials.

Benefits:

• Paid Weekly.
• 401(K) with Company Match.
• Medical / Dental / Vision.
• AFLAC.
• Vacation / Holiday Pay.
• Company Paid Life Insurance.
• Flexible Spending Account.
• Wellness Program.