Sr Substation Technician
Powerserve Technologies Inc•Tampa, FL
•$30 - $45•Onsite
About The Position
We are seeking a Senior Substation Technician with strong experience in above-grade substation construction. This role is ideal for someone who not only has deep technical knowledge, but also enjoys mentoring junior technicians and contributing to team leadership in the field. You’ll play a key role in installing, assembling, and commissioning high-voltage equipment while ensuring safety, quality, and productivity on job sites.
Requirements
- 5+ years of experience in substation construction (above-grade work)
- Strong working knowledge of high-voltage equipment installation
- Experience with SF6 breakers (including handling and gas procedures)
- Familiarity with substation drawings, schematics, and layouts
- Experience with switchgear installation and testing
- Willingness to travel throughout Florida for project assignments
- Ability to work 4x10 schedule with overtime as needed
- Strong commitment to safety and quality workmanship
Nice To Haves
- Prior experience leading crews or acting as a lead technician
- Experience in commissioning and testing activities
- OSHA certifications or other relevant safety training
Responsibilities
- Install and erect substation steel structures and above-grade components
- Set and install high-voltage equipment, including:
- Circuit breakers (including SF6 breakers and gassing procedures)
- Power transformers
- Disconnect switches
- Surge arresters
- Insulators and bus systems
- Perform switchgear installation across various manufacturers and configurations
- Assist with protection & control equipment installation and wiring
- Support and execute commissioning, testing, and energization activities
- Perform retrofits, upgrades, and equipment changeouts on existing substations
- Read and interpret prints, one-lines, schematics, and construction drawings
- Ensure adherence to safety standards and job site protocols
- Mentor and train junior technicians
- (Preferred) Assist with crew leadership and field coordination
Benefits
- Competitive pay: $30–$45/hour
- Consistent overtime opportunities
- Comprehensive benefits package (health, dental, vision, etc.)
- Travel-based project work with steady pipeline
- Opportunity to grow into leadership roles
- Work on large-scale, high-voltage infrastructure projects
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
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