Medium Voltage Cable Splicer

Probst Electric, Inc.•Los Alamos, NM

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Probst Electric Inc., a fully owned subsidiary of Quanta Services, is seeking Medium Voltage Cable Splicers for electrical infrastructure projects in Los Alamos, New Mexico. The role involves installing, splicing, testing, maintaining, and repairing underground electrical cable systems to support safe and reliable power infrastructure. The work is performed at electrical construction and utility project sites, including trenches, underground duct banks, tunnels, vaults, and manholes. Workers must follow excavation and jobsite safety requirements, use appropriate personal protective equipment, and be properly trained and authorized for confined-space work. Probst Electric specializes in high-voltage transmission line construction, design-build, and maintenance services for public and private utilities. Its construction work includes transmission, distribution, drilling, underground work, and renewables. The company describes its culture as focused on quality workmanship, safety, and teamwork.

Requirements

Experience with medium-voltage cable splicing, terminations, or underground electrical distribution systems is preferred.
Knowledge of cable installation methods, underground duct banks, vaults, manholes, and electrical utility infrastructure.
Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, cable schedules, and project specifications.
Familiarity with cable testing equipment and industry-standard splicing procedures.
Strong commitment to electrical safety, quality workmanship, and following established procedures.
Ability to work in trenches, underground vaults, manholes, and other physically demanding jobsite environments.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Comfort working in varying weather conditions, around underground utilities, and in confined spaces when properly trained and authorized.
Adherence to excavation safety procedures, personal protective equipment requirements, and applicable jobsite safety requirements.

Nice To Haves

Relevant electrical certifications.
Manufacturer-specific cable-splicing training.

Responsibilities

Install, route, and pull medium-voltage cables through underground conduits, direct-burial trenches, concrete duct banks, and other electrical distribution systems.
Perform medium-voltage cable splicing, terminations, and connections in accordance with project specifications and applicable electrical standards.
Troubleshoot underground cable faults; support outage repairs; inspect electrical equipment in vaults and manholes; and repair or replace damaged cable systems.
Perform cable testing and inspections to verify system integrity and ensure installations meet project requirements.
Follow established safety procedures when working with energized electrical infrastructure, confined spaces, underground utilities, and specialized cable equipment.
Safely use cable-pulling equipment, duct rods, cable benders, and other specialized tools needed for installation and splicing.
Coordinate with project managers, supervisors, and fellow electricians to complete work efficiently and meet project schedules.