**Description**

**Groundperson**

Under the supervision of the area General Foreperson, this position will be responsible for switching, maintenance, and construction of substation equipment including implementation of all necessary protective measures for preventative and reactive maintenance duties and performing routine substation inspections. Provide an efficient and safe work environment for employees and contractors in strict accordance with all customer and company practices and procedures along with leadership for all Operator/EMJ apprentices.

**Essential Functions & Responsibilities:**

+ Performs all work from the ground.
+ Clears work area around structures.
+ Excavates to assist in the installation of structures or cable as required by contract specification.
+ Will have contact with public and private property owners to communicate work to be performed.
+ Will perform other duties as assigned by Foreperson relating to utility l...