Underground Cable Crew Laborer (Industrial Electric Division)

Power & Construction Group, Inc. provides a variety of commercial construction services to support our clients, emphasizing honesty, integrity, safety and hard work. We collaborate closely with our clients throughout every project phase, crafting custom solutions tailored to their needs. Our diverse team of creative problem solvers is dedicated to delivering projects safely, reliably, and innovatively. We prioritize open communication and teamwork to build strong, mutually beneficial relationships with our clients.

Our Industrial Electric: installs and maintains complex electrical systems in the power utility space. We work on a variety of substation projects and support much of the area’s electrical infrastructure. We also work on other commercial projects throughout western New York.

Location: Rochester, NY

Position Overview: :Underground cable crew laborers perform various tasks related to electric cable installations and maintenance. This includes pulling de-energized primary electric cable, setting transformers, and terminating GIS switch gear.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Pulling de-energized primary electric cable.
• Setting transformers.
• Performing various splices, including transition joints across dead break kits, termination kits, and splice kits.
• Termination in dead break kits.
• Perform Hi-Pot testing and/or VLF testing.
• Rigging – positioning of slings, chains, and ropes.
• Promote continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices.
• Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Five years of experience in underground primary distribution work.
• Valid NYS Driver’s License.
• CDL-B or CDL-A required.
• OSHA 10 certification.
• Ability to envision cable routing.
• Ability to read plan sheets.
• Positive attitude; holds self-accountable for high quality work.
• Record of reliability.
• Willingness to take direction.
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Desire to be trained in the safe performance of the work.
• Comfortable with heights.
• Able to perform extensive physical labor, including but not limited to: Digging with a hand bar or shovel to expose live utilities, heavy lifting, pushing, pulling, climbing into and out of trenches and manholes, over and under obstacles
• Available for occasional overtime and on-call work.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift and move heavy parts and equipment (up to 50 pounds or more).
• Stamina to work in various weather conditions, including extreme heat and cold.
• Manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination for precise tasks.
• Ability to stand, bend, stoop, and kneel for extended periods.
• Good vision, including close-up and peripheral vision, for detailed inspections
• Hearing ability to diagnose engine and equipment noises.
• Works alone or alongside others.
• Work outdoors year-round in all types of weather.

Compensation: :

• $22-$55 per hour based on experience plus prevailing wage opportunities.

Benefits:

• Paid holidays
• Paid time off
• Health, dental & vision insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k) plan with employer match
• Prescription eyewear coverage
• Annual boot allowance
• Employee referral program!

Equal Employment Opportunity:

• P&CG is an Equal Employment, Affirmative Action Employer, and a member of E-Verify. All qualified applicants, including women, minorities, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities, are encouraged to apply.
• Any offer of employment is contingent upon passing a DOT Physical, drug screen, background check, and driver's license check. Candidates must maintain passing results throughout the term of employment with P&CG.

This is a full-time, non-management position.