Directional Boring Equipment Operator-Underground (AP)

Position Summary: The Directional Boring Equipment Operator is an entry level position in the construction, maintenance and repair of electrical underground distribution systems.

Essential Functions:

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

• Assists with installing underground transformers

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

• Frequently works around 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.

Minimum Requirements:

• Able to perform rigorous physical labor.

• Must have Directional Boring experience.

• Understands proper use of company radio.

• Understands operation of heavy equipment.

• Understand basic rigging

• Understand the proper use and maintenance of hand tools.

• Capable of receiving and following directions.

• Capable of learning basic knowledge of materials used.

• Possess a basic knowledge of materials used.

• 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.

• 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.

• Understands how and when to use Kellum grips.

• Able to identify different types of materials used.

• 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.

Competencies:

• Self-Motivated

• Team-Oriented

• Customer Oriented

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

Pike is an Equal Opportunity Employer