3948 - Substation - Leadman

Black & Veatch Family of Companies•Clinton, MS

10d•Onsite

About The Position

This role involves working directly with a Foreman to learn and execute the planning, lay-out, installation, testing, repair, or maintenance of high voltage substation wiring, electrical fixtures, apparatus, motors, forms, rebar, embeds and anchor bolts, equipment, and control systems. The position requires learning to plan and coordinate the efforts of craft workers under supervision, motivating them to achieve work safely, correctly, and efficiently. The company emphasizes employee ownership, safety, and building a world of difference through sustainable infrastructure.

Requirements

Must have working experience as a Substation Journeyman or equivalent combination of education and experience in an industrial construction setting.
Strong working knowledge of the project specifications and high voltage electrical and civil industry standards.
Must have working knowledge of electrical substation components, fabrication and erection of forms with thorough knowledge of steel framed forms (i.e. Symons).
Must have thorough knowledge of rebar fabrication and placement including proper tying techniques.
Must have thorough knowledge of placing, finishing and sealing concrete.
Must have thorough knowledge of the construction, testing, maintenance, and repair of substations.
Ability to understand and follow directions.
Must have all necessary tools (see Substation Tool List).
Must be at least 18 years of age.
All applicants must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements (if selected) which may include any/all of the following: criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations.

Nice To Haves

NCCER Electrician
NCCER Carpenter
NCCER Concrete Finisher
NCCER Heavy Equipment Operations
NCCER Rigging
For Crane Operations, an OSHA approved certification is required (ie NCCCO or CIC Certification)

Responsibilities

Perform all of the principal duties and accountabilities of craft workers under his/her supervision.
Lead and support all safety related processes and programs as requested.
Engage with your work team to ensure we achieve zero injuries.
Watch for hazards and report any concerns to your supervisor or safety professional.
Use stop work authority until an issue is resolved if needed.
Create and execute a one week schedule.
Review crew's timecards for correct hours and activity designation.
Report all accidents and near misses to supervisor and participate in investigation process as needed.
Lead, complete, and sign off on daily pre-job safety planning in the appropriate format.
Identify safety hazards and take all necessary corrective action to eliminate or mitigate them.
Assure all crew members understand, participate, and sign all pre-job safety planning tools at start and end of shift.
Understand and respond appropriately to all safety hazards and warning devices.
Understand, support, implement, and follow lockout/tag out procedures.
Attend site specific training and assure you follow all procedures as outlined in training.
Follow established safety rules and regulations and maintain a safe and clean work environment.
Use effective verbal and written communication skills.
Add, subtract, multiply and divide whole numbers and fractions rapidly and accurately.
Listen to other co-workers and supervisor's suggestions, concerns and recommendations, asking questions and providing feedback when appropriate.
Report information to Foreman.
Coordinate and communicate work with other crafts and co-workers on the job.
Provide on-the-job training to individuals under his/her supervision.
Train/teach safety practices, policies and procedures related to an employee's assigned tasks.
Receive training on administrative duties which include filling out daily reports, material requisitions, coordinating equipment and suppliers etc.
Perform task planning to safely and efficiently carry out all aspects of assigned work.
Plan and communicate with supervisor to assure that an adequate supply of tools, materials and equipment are available.
Gain a complete understanding of the scope of work and the related parts of the project.
Develop a thorough understanding of the project plans, specifications and schedule as they relate to that portion of the work assigned.