Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

OVERVIEW

Viking Utility Inc. is an electrical contractor with a specialized concentration in underground electrical utilities. Viking provides a range of benefits to its customers by being licensed and certified in areas to manage solutions from installation of conduit to high voltage segments.

Our mission is to provide our employees with a safe and helpful working environment, where every employee individually and collectively, can dedicate themselves to providing our customers with exceptional workmanship, extraordinary service attention to detail, positive attitudes, and professional integrity. Our commitment to this mission will facilitate the longevity of the Viking team.

• Provide on-the-job training and/or mentoring to apprentices, helpers, and laborers you are working with.
• Understand and perform switching procedures to isolate and insulate underground power lines.
• Splice and terminate underground power lines following proper procedures, cable pull, underground pad mount, locate faults, excavation and set splice boxes.
• Set and work on underground transformers and other devices.
• Properly phase and mark or tag underground equipment.
• Function as a senior hands-on employee working on or around energized lines.
• Ability to read and understand plans and specifications Visualize two dimensional drawings in three dimensions
• Regarding the portion of the work assigned, develop a complete understanding of contract plans and specifications and plan, lay-out, diagram, and install equipment
• Troubleshooting and repairing electrical issues
• Ability to work in inclement weather conditions, such as extreme heat for 10-hour workdays, with breaks. During storms you may have to work 10 to 15 hours daily, breaks included.
• Closing out jobs safely and efficiently
• All time sheet jobs are electronic, so technical knowledge is a plus
• Keeping inventory of truck
• Technical understanding
• Must be able to lift, push or pull at least 50+ lbs. regularly, repeated bending, climbing, kneeling, lifting, and moving materials
• Ability to operate equipment
• Report all accidents and near misses to supervisor; participate in investigation process as needed.
• Participate in all pre-job work planning and safety discussions Identify safety hazards you or other employees may be subject to and take all necessary corrective action to eliminate and/or mitigate hazards.
• Produce quality work, meeting requirements of plans, specifications, and industry standards.
• Use effective verbal and written communication skills.
• A valid driver's license is ideal
• Must work well in a team environment

Competencies and Abilities:

• Strong customer service skills, professional demeanor
• Must be able to speak, write and communicate in English
• Ability to effectively communicate and calmly
• Time management skills
• Attention to detail and accuracy

Benefits:

• Hourly Rate - depending on certifications & experience
• Paid Weekly
• 401(k) Matching - Up to 2K annually
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• AFLAC – Short- and Long-Term disability, Critical Care, Cancer Protection, Accident & Choice protection
• Vacation – after 1 year
• Holiday Pay
• 25K free life insurance

• Journeyman/Lineman License
• High school diploma or GED (preferred),
• Relevant trade school or able to demonstrate hands-on job experience
• At least two (2) years of relative experience
• Pre-employment criminal background and drug screen required

EEOC Policy Statement – Viking Utility is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination or harassment of any kind. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply.

This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. Please visit website for additional information: dhs.gov/e-verify

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