Groundperson | UAM Construction Services

Job Description

Job Description

Additional Locations :  Indiana statewide

Primary Locations :   IN, Indianapolis, 5641 W 73rd St, 46278

Requisition ID :   206489

Position Overview

Work with a foreman and lineman on a crew tasked with transferring Telecom lines and removing utility poles. The work will include gathering and providing equipment to aerial lineman, rigging pole removal equipment, handling poles safely after removal, and backfilling the holes with material. This is the beginning step in this classification and is expected to progress into all aspects of these duties including but not limited to the Lineman / Operator positions.

Responsibilities :

• Passes tools safely to line crew members and assists as a general helper on the ground.
• Assists line crew with removing poles and filling voided holes by using a shovel or pick-ax.
• Performs general clean-up of job sites following completion of work.
• Assists telecom crew lineman with lowering and raising tools or other heavy materials to team members working below or above.
• Operates hand tools as authorized or trained.
• Flags traffic to protect employees (when certified) and the public from potential harm or injury.
• May assist lineman as directed, using sledgehammers and pry-bars to break concrete or rocks.
• Qualified drivers may be required to drive a 3 / 4-ton or 1-ton pickup truck to the job site or to obtain supplies.
• Operate Company vehicle in a safe and responsible manner : Clean, maintain, stock, and secure assigned vehicle and equipment, in accordance with company policies.
• Completes vehicle inspections and logs.
• Utilize and become proficient with tasks, tools, test equipment, and information that will enhance business results.
• Adhere to industry-specific, local, state, and federal regulations, as applicable.
• Know, understand, and follow company policy.
• Assists other Team personnel in the performance of their duties when requested to promote a Team approach to problem-solving.
• Must always comply with proper safety standards / procedures and work practices according to DRG policy or the customer’s special request.
• Report all personal & vehicle accidents / incidents immediately to supervisors, cooperate, and assist in the investigation.
• Assists with job site setup and clean-up as necessary.
• Operates construction equipment safely in a variety of urban and rural areas.
• Safely load equipment, secure load, transport, and unload construction equipment.
• Learning new skills and techniques on a continual basis and passing that on to others.
• Performs other duties as assigned in support of the project. Job duties are subject to change as directed by team leadership.

Minimum Requirements

Additional Information

The ideal candidate would be comfortable with traveling from location to location. Candidates must be comfortable working full time with a minimum of 40 - 45 hours per week. Compensation based on experience. Continual training and development offered. Pre-employment drug screen, motor vehicle records screen, criminal background screen, and Social Security # verification required. Davey Resource Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Veterans are encouraged to apply. DRG is Employee Owned. We encourage you to take ownership of your future.

The Davey Tree Expert Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected class, including race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, marital or familial status, disability, status as a protected veteran, status as an Aboriginal or Indigenous person, or other classification protected by law.

Utility Asset Management is a division of Davey Resource Group, Inc. (DRG), a Davey company. Davey has been employee-owned since 1979. Our engineering, field services, inspection, and construction teams help keep the world connected, supporting the infrastructure of our electric utility and communications partners. The Davey Tree Expert Company provides research-driven tree services, grounds maintenance and environmental and utility infrastructure consulting for residential, utility, commercial and environmental partners in the U.S. and Canada. We care about our clients, each other and the world around us. We offer the resources, size and stability of a big company while maintaining the culture, entrepreneurial spirit and feel of a small one. We invest in our people, offering industry-leading training, technology, and benefits that lead to a rewarding and safe work experience at all levels. Wherever you want to grow your career, there’s a place for you at Davey. To learn more, visit Davey.com.

Accommodations :  If requested by employee or otherwise as required by law, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

If you need assistance at any time, please contact us at 1-877-411-7601 or at   Recruiting@davey.com.

Employment Type :  Permanent

Job Type :  Full Time

Travel Expectations : Up to 100%