Utility Lighting Installer

Position Overview:

The Utility Lighting Installer is skilled in the construction, maintenance, and repair of overhead and underground lighting distribution systems.

Why Work at Gregory Electric?

- Family environment ~ You are NOT a “number” at Gregory Electric, Inc.

- 401k, Paid 100% Individual Health Insurance, Available Over Time

- Longevity / Stability

- Career Path Available / Apprenticeship programs / Paid Training

- Local travel allowing quality time for family time

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

The following duties and responsibilities are not all-inclusive and are subject to change. The position performs additional duties as requested to meet the priorities and ongoing needs of the organization.

- Work safely while performing new construction, maintenance or repair of energized and de-energized overhead and underground distribution and lighting systems

- Conduct pre-job planning based on job prints and work orders

- Working knowledge of overhead and underground line work, construction standards and installation

- Identify primary and secondary voltage on a circuit, and underground pulling equipment

- Understand sloping, shoring, excavation, minimum approach distance and ladder requirements

- Ability to maintain, check out, position, and safely operate bucket truck

- Performs excavation of dirt, rock, concrete, and other materials using hand tools and power equipment

- Support safety initiatives using personal protective equipment, and line protection devices

Qualifications and Requirements:

To perform the job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

- Advanced ability to read and understand blueprints, schematics, work orders, instructions, and procedures

- Understands equipment and work site set up and grounding

- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, use of the Internet, email, iPad, and industry related programs

- Proficiency in critical thinking, trouble shooting, and problem resolution

- Maintain and safely operate company vehicles, equipment, and tools in good working order

- Advanced knowledge of OSHA standards and guidelines for energized and de-energized working conditions

- Exceptional ability to actively listen and communicate effectively (written, verbal, and nonverbal)

Education Requirements:

- High School Diploma or equivalent

- Technical degree, 1-3 years’ field experience, extensive mechanical ability, or a combination of education and/or experience

- CDL A

Physical Requirements:

- Frequently lift and carry up to 60 pounds

- Able to properly inspect, wear and remove OSHA required personal protective equipment

- Accurately perform basic math calculations to include addition, subtraction, fractions, decimals, multiplication, division, and the use of measurements

- Ascend and descend ladders, scaffolding, and related equipment

- Capable of working at heights and/or confined spaces

- Frequently perform overhead work requiring the full motion use of both hands/arms and securing 30 pounds

- Possess hand dexterity and strength to operate common hand and power tools

- Must be able to stand and walk on pavement/ground for prolonged periods of time

- Requires rigorous physical work

- Frequently required to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, bend, push or pull

Travel Requirements:

- Must possess a valid driver’s license and be fully insured according to South Carolina law

- Maintain a driving record with less than 6 points

- Ability to travel within Gregory Electric’s territory when required

- Proven ability to operate a vehicle safely and within legal and regulatory requirements

Work Environment:

- Some exposure to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration

- Regular exposure to outdoor weather conditions (heat, humidity, cold, ice, wind)

- Ability to work outdoors continuously for 8 to 12 hours per day

- Able to work overtime when requested

- Noise level is moderate to loud

- Occasionally exposed to a variety of extreme conditions at job sites

I’M INTERESTED, NOW WHAT?

Apply @ www.gregoryelectric.com/careers/