Share Email Opening Title Underground Groundman  Category Underground Operations   Description The Underground Groundman is an entry level position in the construction, maintenance, and repair of electrical underground distribution 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 underground work. • Setting pad mount transformers. • 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. • Able to perform rigorous physical labor. • Understands proper use of company radio. • Understand basic rigging, hand lines, and lineman knot tying. • Understand the proper use and maintenance of hand tools. • Capable of receiving and following directions. • 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 learning how to perform 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. • Understands excavation and shoring requirements. • Capable of installing and removing a service. • Capable of properly inspecting rubber goods and PPE. • Understands when to wear personnel protective equipment. • Works in underground trenches and manholes. • Able to identify different types of materials used in line work. • Must be able to work outside, frequently in inclement weather. • Does all other related work as required to complete the job. J&S Inspections Company offers competitive wages and excellent benefits, including health & life insurance, 401(k). PAYS $18.00 HR to $22.00 HR   Position Requirements Minimum Requirements: Able to read and communicate effectively in English. • Able to obtain a Commercial Driver’s License permit within 60 days of employment. • A Commercial Driver’s License is preferred. • Able to travel long distances on short notice, when required. • Able to work for extended periods in various locations, when required. • Able to lift more than 50 lbs. • Able to properly inspect rubber goods and PPE. • 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 finger, 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. Competencies: Self-Motivated • Team-Oriented • Customer Oriented • Must be able to follow Company safety rules and all other Company policies. Must have a current driver’s license, and willing to transfer your driver’s license to the State of Texas within 90 days of hire date.   Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time   Position Underground Groundman   Close Date 9/30/2023   Exempt/Non-Exempt Non-Exempt   Hiring Manager(s) Donnie Stone   Open Date 8/11/2023   Location J&S Inspections Company (Midland/Odessa)   About the Organization As a utility provider, you know the challenges that come with being responsible for critical infrastructure. Restoring power quickly after a storm, ensuring safety for work crews, and providing customers with consistent service is difficult-especially with ongoing pressure to accomplish more with fewer resources. You need a trusted partner to fill in the gaps, keeping work on schedule and within your budget. At J&S Inspections, we save electrical utilities time and money by providing highly experienced, reliable, and safety-focused personnel at a fraction of the cost of in-house resources. Our elite, fully equipped teams set the standard for efficiency and make each job go smoothly. We appreciate the opportunity to support your organization.   EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.   This position is currently not accepting applications. To search for an open position, please go to http://JandSInspectionsCompany.appone.com WE ALSO RECOMMEND Other Jobs Within Same Category Leadman/Operator in Midland, TX Posted on: 12/2/2022 [Apply Now] Other Jobs Within 60 Miles Leadman/Operator in Midland, TX Posted on: 12/2/2022 [Apply Now]

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