Groundworker

About the Role

Fayetteville Public Works Commission is seeking a reliable and safety‑focused individual to join our Electric Construction and Maintenance Department Boring Team as a Groundworker. This role supports construction and maintenance activities for underground and overhead electric distribution systems and plays a key part in maintaining safe, efficient field operations.

This position is ideal for candidates with construction experience who enjoy hands‑on, outdoor work and supporting skilled utility crews.

Key Responsibilities

• Support electric construction crews with daily field activities and job site preparation.
• Load and unload equipment, materials, and tools on and off work vehicles.
• Prepare and supply crews with necessary tools, materials, and equipment.
• Clean and maintain vehicles, tools, and equipment used by the crew.
• Operate ground‑level equipment for hole digging, setting poles, placing anchors, grounding facilities, and stringing wire.
• Perform debris removal, tree grinding, and general site cleanup.
• Assist during emergency response events, outages, and call‑back situations.
• Work extended hours and participate in frequent on‑call, emergency standby, and call‑back rotations as required.

What You’ll Bring

• Working knowledge of safety rules, regulations, and procedures.
• Experience or familiarity with tools, equipment, and materials used in electric line construction and maintenance.
• Basic understanding of electrical principles and functions.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions accurately.
• Ability to respond quickly and efficiently in emergency situations.
• Clear communication skills, including accurate radio communication.
• Ability to work effectively with coworkers, contractors, and the public.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or high school equivalency diploma required
• One (1) year of construction experience preferred

Special Requirements

•  Must possess/maintain a valid North Carolina Driver’s License.
• Must obtain and maintain a North Carolina Class A CDL within six (6) months of employment

Physical Requirements

• Ability to perform the essential functions of the position, including physically demanding outdoor work.

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply and become part of a team that supports reliable electric service for the Fayetteville community.

EMPLOYER’S RIGHTS: This job description is general and illustrative of the kind of duties required of this position. It is not exhaustive and does not contain a detailed description of all the duties that may be assigned to the incumbent occupying this position.

• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
• PWC does not offer employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future.

This position works four (4) -10 hour shifts, Monday-Thursday.

GRADE 405 $20.95-$27.59/hourly

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