Certified Crane Operator - Transmission chez Distribution - OH - Eastern

Position Overview: The Certified Crane Operator is a skilled position in the construction, maintenance and repair of electrical transmission systems. This position works at various locations. The position may also be required to travel to another state depending on customer demands.

Essential Functions

• Operates boom trucks and cranes.
• Work safely while performing new construction, maintenance or repair work of energized and de-energized overhead work.
• Maintains company vehicles, equipment and tools in good working order. 
• Does all other related work as required to complete the job.
• Inspects the crane or boom truck
• Inspects cribbing and outriggers
• Drives and operates the cranes and boom trucks
• Oversees the setup of the crane or boom truck

Minimum Requirements:

• Must possess a valid Class A CDL.
• Must possess a crane certified operator’s card.
• Must possess a DOT certification.
• Must be able to operate a drill rig.
• Reads load charts and rigging.
• Knows correct rigging techniques.
• Must be willing to learn all aspects of linework.
• Must be competent in writing up lift plans.
• 3-5 years of experience required.
• 5-10 years of experience preferred.
• Must be able to travel on short notices, including staying out of town when required.
• Able to work for extended periods in various locations, when required.
• Able to perform rigorous physical labor.
• When not operating the crane or boom truck must assist Foreman and crew with:
  • Shovel dirt
  • Tamp pole holes
  • Frame poles
• Able to frequently use hand tools: wrenches, hammer screw drivers
• Able to lift in excess of 50 lbs. 
• Must be able to work outside, frequently in inclement weather. 
• Must be able to work or be exposed to oil, grease, dirt, mud, dust, diesel fuel, etc. on a daily basis.
• Must be able to work or be exposed to poison ivy, oak ticks, etc. on a seasonal basis.
• Willing to work over-time when requested. 
• Must learn the task/duties of a Groundman, Class C Lineman, and Heavy Equipment Operator. 
• Willing to work outside of the normal work schedule including weekends, holidays, and overtime as required for the position.

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 fingers, handle to feel; and reach with hands and arms.

The employee is frequently required to perform rigorous physical labor; sit; climb different types of structures (wood, steel, etc.); or balance; and stoop, kneel crouch or crawl. The employee must frequently lift or move up to an excess of 50 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision. Depth perception and ability to adjust focus. 

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 the 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.

Equal Opportunity Employer - Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled

VA Approved Apprenticeship Program – GI Bill Benefits Available to Eligible Veterans

Pike Electric, LLC is a Non-union Company

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