Substation Technician B (Next Era)

The Substation Technician B is a non-exempt position responsible for the construction, maintenance, and repair of substation equipment and systems. The position requires a 4-6 year continuous working knowledge of substation equipment, apparatus, and wiring, as well as work in confined spaces and elevated work areas.

Requirements

• Able to perform rigorous physical labor
• Capable of climbing and working at heights up to 125 feet above ground
• Must possess a Commercial Drivers' License
• Must supply own personal hand tools required by the company for this work
• Must supply own safety toed work boots
• Must be capable of lifting in excess of 50 lbs
• Must be capable of working in confined spaces/areas
• Operational experience of various types of heavy equipment
• Willing to work over-time or long hours during emergency conditions and/or when requested
• 90% Travel Required
• Capable of following Company safety rules and policies
• Must have knowledge of construction standard practices, techniques, quality requirements, applicable codes and standards
• Must be capable of working in close proximity of energized substation equipment
• Must be capable of interpreting substation structural drawings (i.e. elevations, plan views, section views, grounding details, and foundation plans) and communicate with customers and subordinates
• Capable of accurately appraising technical situations
• Must be able to coach subordinates on the crew
• Must be able to develop and interpret a material list
• Must be able to trace out phasing in a substation and verify to the three line diagrams
• Retained knowledge in all aspects of substation systems
• Ability to establish grade, elevations, and layout of foundations and cable trough in new and existing stations
• Grade and finish concrete slabs and foundations
• Capable of performing routine carpentry work on building wood concrete forms to meet size and shape of concrete to be placed
• Willing to work over-time when requested
• Willing to work outside of the normal work schedule including weekends, holidays, and overtime as required for the position

Benefits

• 401k Matching
• Retirement Plan