Substation Equipment Operator

Position Summary: The Substation Equipment Operator is an entry level, non-exempt position in the construction, maintenance and/or repair of substation systems and works with various pieces of construction equipment specific to the trade.

Essential Functions:

• Work safely while performing construction, maintenance and/or repair work of substation systems.
• Assist in the transporting, installation, and/or removal of substation structures, equipment, and hardware, electrical conductors, wire, and cable.
• Capable of or learning to operate various types of heavy equipment:
• Bucket, derrick and boom trucks
• Backhoes, excavators and skid steer loaders
• Articulating Man-lifts
• Pressure Diggers
• Trenchers
• Track Crawler Loader/Backhoe
• Rough Terrain Telescopic Forklifts
• Read and interpret profile, blueprints, maps, or other written instructions for completion of assigned tasks.
• Does all other related work as required to complete the job.
• Responsible for maintaining company vehicles in good working condition.

Minimum Requirements:

• Able to perform rigorous physical labor.
• Able to read and understand simple blueprints, maps, and diagrams.
• Able to identify energized high and low voltage lines.
• Basic knowledge in electricity.
• Knowledge of safety hazards inherent in working in close proximity to energized high and low voltage lines and equipment.
• Knowledge of the Motor Vehicle Code as it relates to the operation of heavy equipment in the state the job is located.
• Must supply own personal hand tools required by the company for this work.
• Must supply own safety toed work boots.
• Must be capable of lifting in excess of 50 lbs
• Capable of receiving and following directions.
• Must possess or be capable of obtaining a Commercial Drivers’ License.
• Capable of working at heights and/or confined spaces.
• Understands minimum approach distance.
• Capable of checking voltage.
• Willing to work over-time or long hours during emergency conditions and/or when requested. Schedules can change frequently and with short notice.
• 90% Travel Required
• Capable of following Company safety rules and policies.
• Willing to work outside of the normal work schedule including weekends, holidays, and overtime as required for the position.

Physical Demands:

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.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, and feel; and reach with hands and arms.

Work Environment:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to a variety of extreme conditions at construction job sites. The noise level in the work environment and job sites can be loud. This position is performed in outside weather conditions.

Competencies:

• Emphasis on Safety
• Self-Motivated
• Team-Oriented
• Customer Oriented
• Trust worthy
• Commitment
• Professionalism through unwavering Reliability and Punctuality
• Good appearance and attitudes
• High Productivity work ethics
• Interpersonal and communication skills
• Receptive to constructive instruction/coaching

Equal Opportunity Employer - Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled

VA Approved Apprenticeship Program – GI Bill Benefits Available to Eligible Veterans

Pike Electric, LLC is a Non-union Company