• Philadelphia, PA
• Posted 3 years ago
• Applications have closed

Job Description

Helper Program

Hourly Wage Rate:  $20.00/hr

Job Summary:

The Helper Program will introduce individuals from underserved communities in the PECO service territory to support roles in Gas and Electric distribution operations. The Helper Preparation Training program will provide an opportunity to meet the qualifications for apprenticeships.  Helpers will observe and assist higher classified employees and receive classroom and on the job instruction. The Helper Program consists of two phases for a total of a twenty-four months.  Phase 1 is a thirteen-week introduction to utilities industry, through classroom instruction and department rotations which will include on the job skill building assignments.  Phase 2 of the Program, will prepare Helpers for placement after completion of the Helper Program in one of the following departments: Electric Aerial or Underground, Gas, or Overhead Transmission.

Working Under Supervision, Job Responsibilities Include, But Not Limited To
Breaking of blacktop/concrete roadways and sidewalks	Flagging, property and/or worksite restoration	Worksite Restoration
Shoveling, raking, and transferring grade materials such as dirt and stone	Securing utility devices using straps, ropes or chains	Utilizing saws, torches and cutting devices
Driving, marking, removing, or replacing grade stakes	Applying cement, glue and other adhesives	Operating tampers, rollers or other compaction devices
Measuring and marking grades using rulers, levels, strings or lasers	Gather tools, equipment, and materials needed to perform job tasks.	Assist in installation of underground primary and secondary raceways, overhead primary and secondary lines and control cabinets.
Provide support to project foreman, fellow team members and any other personnel assigned to the site.	Digs trenches and locates underground utilities	Performs traffic control operations
Guides trucks and spots the driver around overhead utilities.	Locates underground utilities using hand tools and vacuum excavation equipment.	Assists in set up of work zone patterns as provided by the site foreman.
Uses hand tools and tamping equipment to assist in the completion of the project.	Performs general housekeeping duties including clean up and organization of job site, tools, trucks, trailers, and equipment.	Keeps site clear of debris and materials that could pose a hazard
Assists in the assembly and installation of trench protection	Learns and complies with all company and OSHA mandated health and safety regulations.	Performs additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalency certification
• No previous experience necessary
• Successful completion of Company’s assessments
• Able to submit 1-2 references from educators, community leaders, former employers (suggested)
• Conscientious work ethic–must be able to report to work on time and consistently report for duty Monday – Friday and on rotating shifts/extended hours as required.
• Ability to work independently in a diverse work group/environment
• Willingness to follow direction with good listening skills and openness to feedback
• Must be able to read, write and communicate effectively in the English language
• Must be eligible to acquire a PA Driver’s License within 9 months from start date of the Helper Program.

Competencies & requirements:

Helpers must be able to successfully complete and sustain the following competencies and requirements.  Failure to do so will result in removal from the Helper Program and termination of employment.

• Must maintain safe working habits/conditions according to all regulations, procedures and policies.
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug/alcohol test
• Ability and willingness to work a rotating shift schedule, including extended hours, holidays, weekends, and overtime when required.
• Ability and willingness to work in a variety of work environments including: outdoors in all weather conditions, on or around energized electrical equipment, in confined spaces or enclosed vessels, underground, in dark areas with limited lighting, and in noisy and dirty environments with proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and other heavy equipment.
• Ability and willingness to adhere to safety rules and regulations, and to wear and use safety equipment as required.
• Ability and willingness to perform indoor and outdoor tasks for extended periods of time, which includes lifting up to 50 lbs., climbing ladders and scaffolding, reaching, walking, stooping, bending, twisting, kneeling, pushing/pulling, standing, walking, and squatting.
• Ability and willingness to travel to various Company locations and job sites.
• Ability and willingness to communicate clearly with other employees, face to face and over the radio
• Must successfully pass a Criminal History Background Check.
•  Must successfully pass qualification tests (CAST Constructions and Skilled Trades test) and the Assistant Mechanic Operator’s Test within nine months of start date
• Letters of recommendation required

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