Sumter Utilities Inc ยท 2 months ago
Transmission Crews - All Positions (Foreman, A and B Lineman, Certified Crane Operator, HE Operator, Groundman)
Hardeeville, SC
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid, Senior LevelSumter Utilities, Inc. is a Quanta Services company seeking Transmission Crew members for various positions including Foreman and Linemen. The role involves supervising and guiding construction crews in electrical distribution projects while ensuring safety and compliance throughout the operations.
Logistics
Responsibilities
Provide direct supervision & technical guidance to Linemen, Apprentices and Groundmen performing maintenance & construction on all electrical distribution and associated equipment projects
Responsible for coordinating essential personnel on-site for the project to include crew mobilization
Communicate, demonstrate and enforce safety requirements and best practices
Possess comfort level with using new technologies (mobile devices/apps) and/or show willingness to learn. Such tools are bringing Jobsite access to improved information and efficiencies
Manage supplies, materials and equipment
Assist with planning, directing and budget activities concerned with the construction of a pole line and other electrical material and equipment used for distribution line construction projects
Read and interpret site plans, construction drawings, and scopes of work
Communicate directly with General Foremen, Superintendents, Construction Managers, Project Managers, Line Crews and other project personnel as required
Understand and follow detailed construction schedules
Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, blueprints and scopes of work
Able to coordinate & collaborate effectively with multiple levels within company...from fellow field professionals to back office support functions
Willing to travel and work away from home
Experience with digger derricks, bucket trucks, trenchers, and groundwork with utility crews is required
Ability to work at heights up to and above 60 feet preferred
Must be able to communicate effectively, demonstrate & encourage teamwork skills and able to understand, comprehend, and follow directions in the workplace
Must have a quality work ethic and be committed to optimal Customer Service
Be willing/able to work additional hours, when required
Be willing/able to travel long distances on short notice, when required
Have total commitment to safety and compliance
Qualification
Required
Successful candidates will possess existing experience working together as a construction crew
SAFETY IS A CORE VALUE FOR OUR COMPANY so substantial weight will be given in the selection process to candidates demonstrating their shared commitment to safe operations
Must have a HS Diploma or equivalent and CDL
Those hired without a CDL may be required to obtain within 90 days of employment
Provide direct supervision & technical guidance to Linemen, Apprentices and Groundmen performing maintenance & construction on all electrical distribution and associated equipment projects
Responsible for coordinating essential personnel on-site for the project to include crew mobilization
Communicate, demonstrate and enforce safety requirements and best practices
Possess comfort level with using new technologies (mobile devices/apps) and/or show willingness to learn
Manage supplies, materials and equipment
Assist with planning, directing and budget activities concerned with the construction of a pole line and other electrical material and equipment used for distribution line construction projects
Read and interpret site plans, construction drawings, and scopes of work
Communicate directly with General Foremen, Superintendents, Construction Managers, Project Managers, Line Crews and other project personnel as required
Understand and follow detailed construction schedules
Possess High School Diploma or Equivalency
Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, blueprints and scopes of work
Able to coordinate & collaborate effectively with multiple levels within company...from fellow field professionals to back office support functions
Willing to travel and work away from home
Experience with digger derricks, bucket trucks, trenchers, and groundwork with utility crews is required
Must be able to communicate effectively, demonstrate & encourage teamwork skills and able to understand, comprehend, and follow directions in the workplace
Must have a quality work ethic and be committed to optimal Customer Service
Be willing/able to work additional hours, when required
Be willing/able to travel long distances on short notice, when required
Have total commitment to safety and compliance
The employee is required to sit; frequently climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, bend, crouch or crawl
The employee must frequently lift and/or maneuver up to 40 pounds and occasionally lift and/or maneuver up to 75 pounds
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus
Work is primarily performed outdoors so physical exposure to often extreme weather conditions, animals and insects and other outdoor hazards is unavoidable and required
Preferred
Possession of a valid Class A CDL is HIGHLY PREFERRED
Ability to work at heights up to and above 60 feet preferred
Benefits
Paid vacation
Paid holidays
Full benefit package including Health, Dental, Vision, Optional Critical Care Insurance, LifeLock Identity Protection and both Company Paid & Supplemental Life Insurance
Benefits are available the 1st day of the next month following hire date
401k Retirement Savings Plan with a substantial company match
Company
Sumter Utilities Inc
Sumter Utilities Inc is a Utility Construction Company with over 1400 employees, specializing in Overhead/Underground Distribution Construction and Maintenance, Transmission Construction and Maintenance, as well as Substation Construction and Maintenance.
Founded in 1945
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageCompany data provided by crunchbase