Groundman-All Divisions - Ohio

Peak Utility Infrastructure is an integrated engineering and construction company that serves the Electric, Natural Gas, and Telecommunications industries.  We provide a full suite of engineering, construction, operations, and maintenance services, including repair, replacement, maintenance, and installation of natural gas, telecommunications, and electric infrastructure through our operating subsidiaries: SiteWise, Kelly Cable, Riley Brothers, 5 Star Electric, Superior Hydrovac and Superior Pipeline Services. 

Position Title: Groundman

Our Core Values:  Focused on Communities. Powered by Care. 

Classification: Non-Exempt 

Essential Functions: 

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

The Groundman assist line crew or network crew members by working on the ground, handing tools and heavy materials to workers. To dig holes and pad ditches, and to perform other similar work in connection with the construction and maintenance of overhead and underground power lines. Groundmen are never permitted to work on energized conductors without direct/immediate supervision at all times. A Groundman is also responsible for his/her own safety at all times and is expected to learn and follow all company guidelines and safety procedures. It is the responsibility of the groundman to report any and all accidents to the Foreman immediately and to make the Foreman aware of any known potential safety hazards that may exist. Safety should be the number one priority of any groundman and ensure the safety of his fellow crew members by following all safety guidelines.

Roles and Responsibilities: 

• Passes tools to line crew or network crew members by acting as a general helper on the ground. Handles cables, conduit and other materials as directed. Glues conduits together.
• Assists in setting transformers.
• Assists line crew with setting poles by shoveling or piking; fills anchor holes.
• Clears undergrowth from right-of-way by using hand tools or saws. Piles debris to clear path.
• Performs general clean-up of job sites following completion of work.
• Positions reels of electric cable beside trenches and lays heavy residential underground distribution (URD) cables in ditches and pads by shoveling fine sand around cable.
• Assists network crew top man with lowering and raising molten metals and other heavy materials to the cable splicer working below in the vault.
• Operates roto hammer to access vaults.
• Notifies customers of impending disruption of service while lines are under repair.
• Flags traffic to protect employees and the public from injury.
• May assist as directed in operating jackhammer or digging bars to break concrete or rocks.
• May drive 3/4-ton or 1-ton pickup truck to job site or to obtain supplies.
• Performs other duties as assigned. Job duties are subject to change as directed by management.

Success Factors: 

• Requires good mechanical and electrical aptitude; Communication skills and electricity training helpful. Requires a valid commercial driver’s license.
• Must have a valid Class A CDL. 
• Complete OSHA 10hr Safety Training Program within 60 days.
• Other combinations of education/experience may be considered.
• Must be able to work outdoors in diverse terrain and in all weather conditions. Physical capabilities required to safely operate a motor vehicle and equipment, in all driving conditions. Possesses sight, strength and coordination.
• Must have ability for frequent travel on needed training requirements and potential for overtime including storm work.

Experience and Education: 

• High School Diploma or GED
• 1 Year of Construction Experience

Additional Requirements/Licenses/Certifications: 

• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid State of Residence Driver’s License is required within two weeks of employment. 
• Candidates must pass criminal and Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) background checks and pass a pre-employment drug screen. 

Notes:

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.