What are the responsibilities and job description for the Groundman position at Carolina Power and Signalization Inc?
About Us
Carolina Power and Signalization, a Quanta Services Inc. company, is headquartered in Fayetteville, NC. Since its founding in 2008, it has rapidly become the leading utility company in the Carolinas. Our success is driven by our employees, whose dedication and expertise set the standard for excellence in every project we undertake. We attract top-tier talent committed to achieving exceptional results. At Carolina Power and Signalization, we take on the most challenging and complex projects, hiring individuals who thrive in demanding and dynamic environments.
About this Role
The Groundman position for Carolina Power & Signalization assists Line Technicians in the construction and maintenance of overhead electric distribution and transmission systems and equipment.
What You'll Do
Responsibilities:
- Maintains a clean and organized job site and equipment.
- Supplies tools and equipment to linemen.
- Digs trenches, fills, and tamps holes, and drives ground rods.
- Frames poles on the ground.
- Prepares armor rods, ties wires, and sets up handlines on the ground.
- Cares for rubber protective equipment, fiberglass sticks, and other safety-related gear.
- Moves and lifts heavy equipment and materials.
- Climbs energized or de-energized poles after proper qualification.
- Assists in maintaining proper traffic control around the work area.
- Positions cables for construction.
- Operates chainsaws to cut and trim trees or undergrowth along the right-of-way.
- Performs work on energized secondary meter connections after qualification.
- Follows all safety rules when working on electrical equipment.
- Completes other projects as assigned.
What You'll Bring
Experience:
- Must hold a commercial driver’s license and DOT card.
- Must maintain a safe driving record.
- Must supply personal tools.
- Must be able to follow instructions.
What You'll Get
As a Quanta Services employee, you'll be offered a wide range of benefits to fit your needs.
Benefits:
- 401(k) with company match (Traditional & Roth available)
- Paid Holidays and PTO
- Medical, Dental, Vision
- Additional Voluntary benefits available
- Employee Discounts
Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us the Company’s Human Resources department.
