Underground Groundhand
OTHER•Elkton
About this role
For over 20 years, AUI Power has been a trusted leader in the utility industry. We are committed to providing a safe, welcoming, and team-oriented work environment where every employee can thrive.
AUI Power is dedicated to fostering innovation, encouraging collaboration, and empowering our employees to grow both personally and professionally.
Guided by our core values - Team First, Customer Focus, and Own It – we hold ourselves to a higher standard. From hiring and development to recognition and advancement, we reward those who exemplify these values.
Our people are dependable and inspired—and together we are a passionate team building powerful partnerships.
Essential Functions:
- Follow safety rules and regulations to promote a positive safety culture
- Follow safety rules and practices
- Passes tools to line crew members by acting as a general helper on the ground. Handles cables, conduit and other materials as directed. Assists in setting transformers.
- Assists line crew with setting poles by shoveling or piking; fills anchor holes
- Clears undergrowth from right-of-way by using hand tools or saws in a safe manner
- Hand Digging, ditches/holes using hand tools
- Clean equipment, trucks, hand tools
- Keep work area clear and clean of debris
- Move debris & dirt, from one place to another using a shovel, rake, or other tools to remove excess material, and fill in holes
- Learn to operate power-driven machinery such as: jackhammer, tamper, & drills
- Site clean-up
Qualifications:
- Able to lift 50 pounds on a regular basis
- Work safely outside in various weather conditions
- Valid Driver's License
- High school diploma or GED
- 1 year utility experience (preferably in the construction industry)
Minimum Requirements:
- Able to obtain a Commercial Driver’s License permit within 150 days of employment (Company paid training)
- Able to travel long distances on short notice, when required (storm or emergency work)
- Able to work for extended periods in various locations, when required
- Willing to work over-time when requested in support of storm or emergency work
What you'll get at AUI Power:
We provide unique options to fit your unique lives:
- Excellent healthcare options: Medical, vision, prescriptions, free dental – Health Incentive discounts available!
- Financial Security: Competitive 401(k) with 4% company match that is 100% vested upon deposit
- Overtime Pay!
- Family Focus & Balance: vacation, sick time & more, voluntary benefits and Employee Assistance Program
- Opportunity to grow through our State Recognized Apprenticeship Program
- Employer Sponsored Education & Training: We can help you obtain a CDL!
- Tuition Reimbursement: Continuing education to help advance your career
- FR Clothing provided to you at no cost
- Real-world experience through our Hands-On Training Facility
- Wellness: On-site fitness center
- Other Incentives: Employee Referral Bonus, hotel & per diem pay, tool assistance, and company vehicle (if applicable)
AUI Power is an Equal Opportunity Employer
What you'll do
- The Underground Groundhand is responsible for assisting line crew members with various tasks, including handling materials, setting poles, and maintaining a clean work area. Safety compliance and teamwork are essential aspects of this role.
About AUI Power
Established in 2010, AUI Power has grown into a regional powerhouse - with projects across the Mid-Atlantic region for our powerful partners.
Primary business includes overhead and underground electrical utilty-type work. However, we serve a wide variety of customers including power companies, homeowners and everyone in between - including municipalities, industrial & commercial businesses, and electrical contractors.
AUI Power's service area covers the Delaware/Maryland/Virginia tri-state area including South Eastern Pennsylvania and Southern New Jersey. For storm restoration, we send our crews anywhere in the United States & Canada.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Underground Groundhand do at AUI Power?
As a Underground Groundhand at AUI Power, you will: the Underground Groundhand is responsible for assisting line crew members with various tasks, including handling materials, setting poles, and maintaining a clean work area. Safety compliance and teamwork are essential aspects of this role..
Is the Underground Groundhand position at AUI Power remote?
The Underground Groundhand position at AUI Power is based in Elkton, Maryland, United States. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.
How do I apply for the Underground Groundhand position at AUI Power?
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