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Job DescriptionJoin the Clean Energy RevolutionBecome a Transmission Groundman at Southern California Edison (SCE) and build a better tomorrow. In this job, you’ll be responsible for the construction, inspection, maintenance, and restoration of all overhead and underground transmission facilities and appurtenances.All Transmission Groundman progresses into the Apprentice Program after their initial six months, so we are searching for those who want to thrive, go above and beyond and blaze a trail with us. As a Transmission Groundman, your work will help power our planet, reduce carbon emissions and create cleaner air for everyone. Are you ready to tackle the challenge to help us build the future?A day in the life - Get ready to think big, work smart and shine bright!
Assists Linemen to gain poles, frame crossarms, assemble guys and splice wire.
Loads and unloads material.
Raises material and tools on pole or tower by use of handline.
Dismantles material removed from line and places on trucks.
Digs holes for poles and anchors
Drives ground rods and pulls wires and guys to tension.
Attends winch while handling heavy material and attends reels while stringing wire.
Makes and maintains trails, fells trees, hoes weeds around poles and towers.
Learns tools, materials and methods of line construction and maintenance.
Operates truck and power equipment used in overhead and underground line construction. May occasionally operate vehicles up to the 12,000 lb. unladen weight class.
Maintains a safety "own it" attitude where you choose to be safe for what and who you value.
Performs other miscellaneous manual labor functions as advised.
QualificationsThe essentials:
A safety-conscious mindset.
Experience or training with basic construction activities.
Possess a valid Class A motor vehicle operator's license.
Ability to collaborate and work well with others.
The preferred:
Experience with electrical tools, materials, and methods employed in overhead and underground line construction and maintenance.
Experience as a Groundman working on overhead and underground construction.
Experience with performing heavy manual labor.
CPR certification from Red Cross or American Heart Association.
A certificate of completion from an SCE-accredited training program with Pole Climbing Endorsement such as East LA Skills Center, LA Trade Tech, Northwest Lineman's College, Electrical Lineman Apprentice, Electrical Lineworker or Electrical Utility Program.
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Visit our Candidate Resource page at https://www.edisoncareers.com/page/show/Candidate-Resources to get meaningful information related to benefits, perks, resources, testing information, and hiring process, and more!
This position requires testing and applicants who are identified to continue through the selection process will be encouraged to test via email. We invite you to visit our Candidate Resource page for further information and to access information guides. For information guides, please reference test(s) (EEI CAST (Test 5108), Safety Test (8200), and Groundman Physical Performance Test (4015). You must be available to test at Rosemead, Chino, or Westminster in California. Candidates who have previously passed these assessment(s), in some cases, may not need to retest again for this position.
You may be requested to do an OnDemand digital video interview as part of the hiring process. Click here at https://www.edisoncareers.com/page/show/OnDemand-Video-Interview to get more details on digital interviewing and get tips to help you prepare.
We have multiple Groundman postings specific to the work location that is hiring. Please apply to locations you’re passionate to work at. Relocation assistance will not be offered.
Get in the action! Position may require working any day of the year, planned or during emergencies. This could involve extensive continuous overtime during the normal shift as well as weekends and holidays and possibly at an alternate work location.
About Southern California EdisonThe people at SCE don't just keep the lights on. Our mission is so much bigger. We’re fueling the kind of innovation that’s changing an entire industry, and quite possibly the planet. Join us and create a future with cleaner energy, while providing our customers with the safety and reliability they demand. At SCE, you’ll have a chance to grow personally and professionally, making a real impact in Southern California and around the world.At SCE, we celebrate our differences. We are a proud Equal Opportunity Employer and will not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other protected status.We are committed to ensuring that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodations at (833) 343-0727.
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