Utility Groundman

The high-voltage utility groundsman is semi-skilled in the construction, maintenance, and repair of overhead and underground distribution systems.

Why work at Gregory Electric?
Embracing a Family Atmosphere: At Gregory Electric, you won't be just another "employee" but a valued member of our close-knit community.

Comprehensive Benefits: We offer a range of benefits, including a 401k plan and fully-paid individual health insurance.

Commitment to Longevity and Stability: Enjoy the security of a stable and enduring workplace.

Career Growth Opportunities: Gregory Electric provides avenues for career advancement, including apprenticeship programs and paid training.

Balanced Work-Life Local Travel: Our local travel opportunities allow you to maintain a healthy work-life balance, ensuring quality time with your family.

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Gregory Electric Company, Inc. is an equal-opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse workforce. We consider all applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status or any other right protected by state or federal law. Gregory Electric Company, Inc. is a Drug Free Workplace.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Work new construction, maintenance, or repair work of energized overhead and underground distribution systems based off receiving and following directions
• Maintains and safely operates company vehicles, equipment, and tools in good working order
• Able to perform rigorous physical labor outside and in inclement weather
• Able to identify different sizes and types of material for pre-assembly
• Understands minimum approach distance

These duties and responsibilities are not all-inclusive and may change to meet the priorities and ongoing needs of the company.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Advanced ability to read and understand work orders, instructions, and procedures
• Understands equipment set up and grounding
• Highly proficient in critical thinking, trouble shooting, and problem resolution skills
• General knowledge of OSHA standards and guidelines for energized and de-energized working conditions
• Capable of active listening and communicate effectively (written, verbal, and nonverbal)
• Requires self-motivation, and organization
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Technical degree, 0-2 years’ field experience, extensive mechanical ability, or combination of education and/or experience
• CDL A or the ability to obtain
• OSHA Certifications

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; climb; lifts and carry up to 60 lbs, crawl, kneel, push and reach; use hands to fingers, handle, and feel.

Work Environment:
In 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.

Gregory Electric is a trusted partner for the design, installation, and service of energy and infrastructure. We are a diverse organization with expertise in all facets of commercial, industrial low and medium voltage construction, high voltage power, mechanical, HVAC, telecommunications, solar, water utilities, and water features. We bring customers not just capabilities, but 70+ years of profound experience and success. Gregory Electric takes pride in its reputation for safety, reliability, and an exceptional workforce. We are 350 employees strong with offices throughout the Carolinas.