Vegetation Groundman (Amicalola)

Position Summary:

The Vegetation Groundman position offers a valuable entry-level opportunity to build a rewarding career in the critical field of clearing and maintaining our nations Power Grid. As a Vegetation Groundman you will play a vital role by assisting in the removal clearing and maintenance of civil matting and forestry clearance efforts. If you are passionate about pursuing a career in power grid maintenance and actively making a difference in the safety and efficiency of our nations infrastructure we invite you to apply. You will report to the Foreman.

Essential Functions:

• Securing the safety of yourself and others utilizing proper tools safety equipment and PPE.

• Assist in visual observation and safety checks in the process of vegetation management and clearing.

• Assisting fellow workers in meeting project objectives.

• Readily joining storm restoration efforts in times of need.

• Operating vehicles and equipment in a professional and safe manner.

• Participate in ongoing training to improve technical and leadership skills.

• Available to work outages storms emergencies including on call rotation.

Minimum Requirements:

• Valid Drivers License and ability to obtain a valid Commercial Drivers License (CDL) within 60 days.

• Willingness to travel long distances on short notice.

• Lift carry push or pull materials and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.

• Work for extended periods at different job locations including outofstate assignments.

• Willing to work outside of normal business hours including weekends holidays emergency callouts and overtime.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the responsibilities of this job you will be required to talk listen and use hand signals to communicate. The job frequently requires you to stand; walk; use hands and fingers to handle objects operate tools or controls; reach with hands and arms.

Work Environment:

While performing the responsibilities of this job you are frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles moving mechanical parts and vibration. You are occasionally exposed to a variety of extreme conditions at construction job sites. The noise level in the work environment and job sites can be loud. You will perform job responsibilities in extreme heat cold wet windy and storm conditions.

Our Benefits:

• Medical dental and vision insurance

• HSA dependent care and medical flexible spending accounts

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• 401(k) with company match

• Life insurance and short-term and long-term disability

• Paid time off paid holidays and family and medical leave

About Us:

Founded in 2011 Burfords Construction is the leading provider of services in the electric utility industry throughout the Southeastern Midwestern and Western United States.

Our team of qualified professionals allows Burfords to serve all project needs. It is our belief that our work entails a true partnership with our clients to consistently exceed expectations.

Core Values:

• Safety
• Integrity
• Solutions

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Burfords Construction LLC is an equal opportunity employer.