Heavy Equipment Operator - (GTC)
On-siteGray, Georgia, United States
Job Summary
Conduct new construction, maintenance, and repair work on energized and de-energized overhead systems, including stringing wire, setting poles, and installing transformers and switchgear. Perform rigorous physical labor while working at heights, in confined spaces, and in inclement weather, adhering to flag, tag, and minimum approach distance procedures. Maintain heavy equipment, tools, and company vehicles in good working order while operating radios and following safety protocols for high-voltage environments. Obtain a Commercial Driver's License permit within 60 days and travel to various locations or other states as customer demands require.
Required Qualifications
- 1-2 year of experience
- Able to read and communicate effectively in English
- Able to obtain a Commercial Driver's License permit within 60 days of employment
- Able to travel long distances on short notice, when required
- Able to work for extended periods in various locations, when required
- Able to lift in excess of 50 lbs
- Able to properly inspect rubber goods and PPE
- Willing to work over-time when requested
- Willing to work outside of the normal work schedule including weekends, holidays, and overtime as required for the position
- Must be able to follow Company safety rules and all other Company policies
- Capable of receiving and following directions
- Capable of learning basic knowledge of materials used in line work
- 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 assisting with the installation and hook up of a single-phase transformer
- Capable of performing 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
- Capable of checking voltage on transformers
- Understands flag and tag procedures
- Capable of installing and removing a service
- Capable of properly inspecting rubber goods and PPE
- Understands when to wear personnel protective equipment
- Capable of making up and using a hand line
- Understands how and when to use Kellum grips
- Able to identify different types of materials used in line work
- Must be able to work outside, frequently in inclement weather
- Willingness to glove/work high voltage transmission lines
Desired Qualifications
- A Commercial Driver's License is preferred
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