Foreman - Overhead; Blue Ridge Co-op

Position Summary

The Foreman is a skilled position in the construction, maintenance and repair of electrical overhead distribution systems. This position works at various locations and may also be required to travel to another state depending on customer demands.

• Work safely while performing new construction, maintenance or repair work of energized and de-energized overhead work.
• Able to coach crew members.
• Possesses working knowledge of coaching skills.
• Capable of coaching and training lower-skilled employees in safe and productive work procedures.
• Capable of leading and teaching hot-stick work on energized lines.
• Conducts pre-job or tailgate briefings.
• Possesses a working knowledge of all aspects of line work.
• Stringing overhead wire.
• Setting poles and anchors.
• Installing transformers, lightening arrestors, cutouts, crossarms, insulators, switches and switch gear.
• Troubleshoots problems and supervises troubleshooting in primary and secondary systems.
• Replaces cutout fuses and clears faulted circuits and systems.
• Frequently works with 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.
• Capable of identifying primary and secondary voltage on a circuit.
• Familiar with induced voltage.
• Properly sag wires.
• Capable of properly phasing a circuit through a substation.
• Identify and locate puller and tensioner setups.
• Understand grounding procedures.
• Work at heights and/or confined spaces.
• Install and remove PPE and cover up.
• Climb different types of structures (wood, steel, etc.) and possess the necessary tools to do so.
• Operate equipment safely.
• Phase out a line using phasing sticks.
• Plan safe work based on a job print or work order.
• Obtain a one-shot on a recloser.
• Safely perform a reconductoring job.
• Willingness to glove/work live high voltage distribution power lines.
• Safely install and remove mechanical jumpers.
• Use a load bust tool.
• Ask for and take line clearances.
• Identify and locate puller and tensioner setups.
• Possess a working knowledge of line protection devices.
• Understand flag and tag procedures.
• Work outside, frequently in inclement weather.
• Do all other related work as required to complete the job.

• 5-year minimum of recent field experience.
• Able to read and communicate effectively in English.
• Coordinates and inspects the work of crew members.
• 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.
• Comply with company reporting procedures and complete required company paperwork.
• Possesses a CDL and demonstrates safe driving.
• Willing to work overtime when requested.
• Willing to work outside of the normal work schedule including weekends, holidays, and overtime as required for the position.

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, and feel; and reach with hands and arms.

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.

• Self-Motivated
• Team-Oriented
• Customer Oriented
• Must be able to follow Company safety rules and all other Company policies

EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disabled

Pike Electric, LLC is a Non-union Company

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.