Directional Boring Equipment Operator-Underground (AP)
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Mobile
The job in short
Underground directional boring equipment operator.
Transformers
Details
- Found
- 22 d ago · posted 2026-09-24
- Location as listed
- Mobile, AL, United States
- Role
- Construction / Carpenter / Labor
- Source
- The company’s own careers site
Full description
Position Summary: The Directional Boring Equipment Operator is an entry level position in the construction, maintenance and repair of electrical underground distribution systems.
Essential Functions:
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Work safely while performing new construction, maintenance or repair work of energized and de-energized underground.
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Assists with installing underground transformers
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Assists in replacing fuses in transformers and clears faulted circuits and systems.
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Frequently works around energized high voltage systems requiring skill and care to protect the lives of themselves and others.
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Maintains company vehicles, equipment and tools in good working order.
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Does all other related work as required to complete the job.
Minimum Requirements:
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Able to perform rigorous physical labor.
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Must have Directional Boring experience.
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Understands proper use of company radio.
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Understands operation of heavy equipment.
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Understand basic rigging
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Understand the proper use and maintenance of hand tools.
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Capable of receiving and following directions.
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Capable of learning basic knowledge of materials used.
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Possess a basic knowledge of materials used.
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Able to identify primary and secondary voltage on a circuit.
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Must be familiar with induced voltage.
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Capable of assisting with the installation and hook up of a single phase transformer.
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Understands the basic concepts of equipment set up and grounding.
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Capable of working at heights and/or confined spaces.
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Understands minimum approach distance.
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Capable of checking voltage on transformers.
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Understands flag and tag procedures.
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Capable of installing and removing a service.
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Capable of properly inspecting rubber goods and PPE.
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Understands when to wear personnel protective equipment.
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Understands how and when to use Kellum grips.
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Able to identify different types of materials used.
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Able to travel long distances on short notice, when required.
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Able to work for extended periods in various locations, when required.
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Must have a valid Commercial Driver’s License.
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Able to lift in excess of 50 lbs.
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Must be able to work outside, frequently in inclement weather.
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Willing to work over-time when requested.
Competencies:
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Self-Motivated
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Team-Oriented
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Customer Oriented
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Must be able to follow Company safety rules and all other Company policies.
Pike is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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.
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