Truck Driver - Transmission (APC)

Pike Corporation • Calera, AL • 1d ago

Position Summary: The Truck Driver Transmission is an entry level position in the construction, maintenance and repair of electrical transmission systems. This position works at various locations. The position may also be required to travel to another state depending on customer demands.

Essential Functions:

Work safely while performing new construction, maintenance or repair work of energized and de-energized transmission work.

Stringing overhead wire.

Setting poles and anchors.

Assists with installing transformers, lightening arrestors, cutouts, crossarms, insulators, switches and switchgear.

Assists in replacing fuses in transformers and clears faulted circuits and systems.

Frequently works with energized high voltage systems requiring skill and care to protect the lives of themselves and others.

Maintains company vehicles, equipment and tools in good working order.

Does all other related work as required to complete the job.

Position Requirements:

Able to perform rigorous physical labor.

Understands proper use of company radio.

Understands operation of heavy equipment.

Understand basic rigging, hand lines, and lineman knot tying.

Understand the proper use and maintenance of hand tools.

Capable of receiving and following directions.

Capable of learning basic knowledge of materials used in line work.

Possess a basic knowledge of materials used in line work.

Able to identify primary and secondary voltage on a circuit.

Must be familiar with induced voltage.

Capable of assisting with the installation and hook up of a single phase transformer.

Capable of performing basic bucket rescue/escape.

Understands the basic concepts of equipment set up and grounding.

Capable of working at heights and/or confined spaces.

Understands minimum approach distance.

Capable of checking voltage on transformers.

Understands flag and tag procedures.

Capable of installing and removing a service.

Capable of properly inspecting rubber goods and PPE.

Understands when to wear personnel protective equipment.

Capable of making up and using a hand line.

Understands how and when to use Kellum grips.

Able to identify different @types of materials used in line work.

Able to travel long distances on short notice, when required.

Able to work for extended periods in various locations, when required.

Must have a valid Commercial Driver's License.

Able to lift in excess of 50 lbs.

Must be able to work outside, frequently in inclement weather.

Willing to work over-time when requested.

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 fingers, 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.

Other Skills/Abilities:

Self-Motivated

Team-Oriented

Customer Oriented

Must be able to follow Company safety rules and all other Company policies.

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as required to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disabled

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

Pike is a Non-union Company

About Us

Founded in 1945, Pike is a leading provider of construction, repair and engineering services for electric and gas utilities, as well as telecommunications companies with a growing portfolio of turnkey renewable projects. We work with hundreds of utility clients across the country, and we continuously expand our offerings to supply our customers with the ideas, technology, experience, manpower and equipment to perform any job.

"Essential" is the one word that sums up who we are, the work we do and what our people mean to us. Each of our employees plays a critical role in ensuring that infrastructure systems are up and running when people and businesses need them.

Pike is a family-oriented workplace with a strong culture of safety, collaboration, innovation and exceptional customer service.

Requisition ID: 26002051

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