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

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• Work safely while performing new construction, maintenance or repair work of energized and de-energized underground.
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• Assists with installing underground transformers
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• Assists in replacing fuses in transformers and clears faulted circuits and systems.
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• Frequently works around energized high voltage systems requiring skill and care to protect the lives of themselves and others.
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• Maintains company vehicles, equipment and tools in good working order.
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• Does all other related work as required to complete the job.

Minimum Requirements

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• Able to perform rigorous physical labor.
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• Must have Directional Boring experience.
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• Understands proper use of company radio.
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• Understands operation of heavy equipment.
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• Understand basic rigging
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• Understand the proper use and maintenance of hand tools.
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• Capable of receiving and following directions.
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• Capable of learning basic knowledge of materials used.
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• Possess a basic knowledge of materials used.
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• Able to identify primary and secondary voltage on a circuit.
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• Must be familiar with induced voltage.
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• Capable of assisting with the installation and hook up of a single phase transformer.
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• Understands the basic concepts of equipment set up and grounding.
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• Capable of working at heights and/or confined spaces.
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• Understands minimum approach distance.
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• Capable of checking voltage on transformers.
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• Understands flag and tag procedures.
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• Capable of installing and removing a service.
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• Capable of properly inspecting rubber goods and PPE.
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• Understands when to wear personnel protective equipment.
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• Understands how and when to use Kellum grips.
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• Able to identify different types of materials used.
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• Able to travel long distances on short notice, when required.
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• Able to work for extended periods in various locations, when required.
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• Must have a valid Commercial Driver’s License.
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• Able to lift in excess of 50 lbs.
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• Must be able to work outside, frequently in inclement weather.
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• Willing to work over-time when requested.

Competencies

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Self-Motivated

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Team-Oriented

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Customer Oriented

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• Must be able to follow Company safety rules and all other Company policies.
• Pike is an Equal Opportunity Employer
• NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as required to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.